Paralysis (Paraplegia) Injury Paralysis is the inability to move muscles, and is often caused by injury or disease affecting the motor neurons, or nerves that send impulses to muscles. There are two kinds of motor neurons: upper and lower. The upper motor neurons send impulses from the brain to the lower motor neurons. The lower…
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Catastrophic Amputation Injury Cases Amputation injuries often result in tremendous blood loss and physical trauma. Traumatic amputations often occur as the result of automobile or motorcycle accidents. They can also result from untreated infection, workplace accidents or other unforeseen incidents. Individuals who work in construction or with machinery can be at higher risk of serious…
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Broken bone injuries can involve expensive surgeries, intensive physical therapy, and medical equipment such as wheelchairs or special devices. Internal plates and screws can be used to repair your bones. In addition, costs for medications, lost wages, and other expenses associated with this type of injury must all be carefully assessed. Free Consultation (866)865-3425 Special…
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For many years, we have been vigilant in representing the injured and their families. The Law Offices of Shapiro & Associates has achieved million-dollar recoveries for accident deaths and injuries. Our spinal cord injury accident attorney has been given the highest rating for legal ability and ethics. We have been recognized in the legal community…
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A catastrophic injury is a devastating and permanent injury by nature. Injuries of this sort can happen suddenly and without warning. Injuries classified as a catastrophic injury result in severe disruptions or impairments to one or more bodily systems, such as the neurological, skeletal or muscular system, and they have a severe impact on the…
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If you have suffered an eye injury we understand what those injuries can be. Serious injuries can occur in a variety of ways. The Law Offices of Shapiro & Associates, P.A. represents families of persons that have sustained an eye injury as a result of Physical impact from a sharp or blunt object. This can…
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Injuries to children are devastating events. A birth injury to a newborn is catastrophic because the child is so young and the medical needs are so great. Additionally, parents and the family must shoulder the financial and emotional burdens which can be overwhelming. For many years, we have been vigilant in representing the injured and…
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Every year thousands of accident victims are injured in burn accidents. Burn injuries are some of the most sever and painful injuries you can have. These injuries often result in long and painful rehabilitation and treatment. The injured person is sometimes left with significant scarring and disfigurement and sometimes the burn results in death. If…
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Traumatic injury to the head is classified according to the type of damages it causes to the skull. The three major categories are: Closed head injury Depressed skull fracture Compounded skull fracture Loss of Consciousness & Medical Checks for Brain Injury If there is brain damage, it can cause a person to become unconscious. An…
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