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Are you dealing with a back injury after a car accident? How do you know if your stiffness and soreness is something more serious? If you or someone you love was involved in an auto accident, we strongly suggest that you see a doctor if you have not yet done so. Seeing a doctor after a car accident serves a dual purpose – you get the treatment you need while simultaneously establishing evidence of your injuries and the extent of those injuries.
Back pain is one of the most common complaints from people involved in car accidents, but sometimes these injuries are serious and even permanently debilitating.
Contact our Portland car accident attorney to learn more about your legal rights and options after an accident.
A spinal cord injury, if severe enough, can leave a person paralyzed. The spinal column is a complex configuration of ligaments, nerves, and bone. If damaged, an individual can suffer from limb weakness, loss of feeling, and permanent or partial paralysis. Sometimes, surgery and therapy can help heal or improve a spinal cord injury. In the most severe cases, spinal cord damage is irreversible. Call a spinal cord injury lawyer in Portland to discuss your legal options for compensation following your crash.
If you’ve ever heard of a “slipped” disc or a “ruptured” disc, these are common ways people refer to a condition called herniated disc. These discs are found along the spinal column. If they move out of their proper place, they can place pressure on the surrounding nerves. This can, in turn, cause severe pain, tingling, numbness, and even immobility.
A fractured vertebrae – also known as a “compression fracture” – is common in older adults but can also be caused by repetitive stress and injury. Most often, vertebrae fractures affect the lower back and cause sharp, stabbing pain. Some cases of fractured vertebrae cause tingling, numbness, and immobility as well.
Your upper back is the region of the spine known as the thoracic region. Thoracic injuries are commonly caused by sudden trauma, such as trauma from an auto accident. Because the thoracic region of the spine/back is in line with the chest, thoracic upper back injuries can make it difficult for a patient to breathe without pain and difficulty.
Your lower back is comprised of the lumbar region of the spine. Injuries to the lumbar region can include fractures, herniation of discs, ligament sprains, and strained muscles. Many of these injuries can be treated with therapy, some might require surgery. The most severe lower back lumbar injuries might put a person out of work (if their work involves physical labor).
It might be difficult for some to return to work after injuring their back in a car accident – this is particularly true for people employed in labor-intensive occupations like construction. In severe car accident cases, the injury lawyers at Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC fight for the compensation a client needs to offset the cost of being unable to return to work.
At Paulson Coletti, “liberty and justice for all” is more than just a phrase – it is our mandate. Our team of trial lawyers is driven to pursue justice for the injured, ensuring that the responsible parties are held accountable. With a high success rate both in and out of the courtroom, you can trust our Oregon personal injury lawyers to be the legal advocates you need so your voice can be heard.
The Portland car accident lawyers at Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC have won millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements in these types of cases, including:
Learn more about our auto accident case results. If you are suffering from back pain after a car accident, we invite you to contact our firm today for a free review of your case. Everyone deserves a passionate advocate, and at our firm, we have three. Speak with one of us about your accident to learn about your legal rights and accidents following an accident.
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At Paulson Coletti, a local firm based in Oregon, justice is our mission. As experienced trial attorneys, we fight for injury victims across Oregon and Washington, holding negligent parties accountable. With a proven track record in and out of the courtroom, we are dedicated to securing fair compensation for our clients. We take a client-centered approach, focusing on cases we believe in and delivering results that matter. No fees unless we win-because justice should never come with financial risk.
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John and Lisa were extremely helpful with my family as we navigated damages sustained in a tragic car accident. They were very knowledgeable throughout the entire process. Their communication and empathy to our situation was greatly appreciated.
I can’t imagine working our way through the tragedy without them by our side. I would highly recommend Paulson and Coletti!
Working with John was an excellent experience from start to finish. He fought long and hard to secure a fair and just settlement in our case, and his dedication never wavered. John and his staff were consistently considerate, helpful, and communicative throughout the entire process, always taking the time to answer our questions and keep us informed. Given the complicated and sensitive nature of our case, I’m truly grateful we had John in our corner. Thanks to his hard work and expertise, we achieved a better outcome than we could have hoped for.
I had an excellent experience working with Jane and her team on my accident case. From start to finish, their team was professional, responsive, and genuinely cared about getting the best possible outcome for me.
I highly recommend Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys to anyone who needs legal representation. They made a stressful situation much easier to navigate, and I’m extremely grateful for everything they did for me.
I recently engaged John Coletti to represent me in a challenging legal matter, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From our initial consultation, it was evident that John possessed an exceptional depth of knowledge, strategic acumen, and unwavering dedication to his clients. He took the time to thoroughly understand the nuances of our case, explaining complex legal concepts in clear, accessible terms while always keeping me informed and involved throughout the process.
John not only delivered outstanding results but also provided compassionate support during what could have been an overwhelming stressful time.
If you’re seeking an attorney who combines professionalism, integrity, and proven success, look no further than John Coletti.
My family is profoundly grateful for his representation.
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