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How a Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Can Help You in Colorado

A spinal cord injury (SCI) can transform every aspect of life in a moment. Beyond the ER and hospital stay, there are months or years of rehabilitation, mobility equipment, medical devices, home and vehicle modifications, and a future that may include reduced earning capacity and ongoing care. At The Lawrence Law Firm, we represent people with spinal cord injuries and paralysis across Aurora, Denver, and the Front Range (Arapahoe, Adams, Jefferson, and Douglas Counties). Our job is to protect your rights, organize your claim, and pursue the full compensation the law allows—so you and your family can focus on recovery and planning for the future.

The Role of a Spinal Cord Injury Attorney in Your Case

We understand how insurers value SCI cases, what evidence convinces adjusters and juries, and how to build a credible life-care plan that captures lifetime medical and support needs. From day one, we secure evidence, identify every available insurance policy, and sequence claims to maximize your net recovery.

Your life in seconds. Serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and an insurance company questioning every detail can leave you overwhelmed. At The Lawrence Law Firm, our job is to take the legal burden off your shoulders so you can focus on healing. We represent injured pedestrians throughout Aurora and the Denver Metro Area, as well as Arapahoe, Adams, Jefferson, and Douglas Counties.

We know Colorado traffic laws, how local insurers evaluate claims, and what evidence persuades adjusters, judges, and juries. From the first call to the final resolution, we fight to protect your health, your finances, and your future.

Why Hire a Spinal Cord Injury/Paralysis Lawyer?

Spinal cord cases are different from typical injury claims. You need counsel who will:

  • Lock down technical evidence early: crash data (EDR), telematics, surveillance, scene measurements, employer/incident records, and product evidence where relevant.

  • Translate medicine into proof: coordinate with physiatrists (PM&R), neurologists, neurosurgeons, urologists, wound-care specialists, and rehabilitation teams to document the true impact of the injury.

  • Build long-term damages: partner with life-care planners, vocational experts, and economists to project lifetime costs (caregiving, equipment, modifications) and reduced earning capacity.

  • Navigate multi-policy insurance: liability, commercial, UM/UIM, MedPay, workers’ comp third-party claims, health-plan subrogation, and possible umbrella/excess layers—without missing deadlines or coverage triggers.

  • Litigate when necessary: if an insurer delays or lowballs, we file suit and try the case.

Early involvement helps preserve critical evidence and align medical documentation with the legal elements of your claim.  Our spinal cord injury attorney is ready to help.

Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries (Plain English)

SCI Basics. The spinal cord relays signals between the brain and body. Trauma can cause complete or incomplete injuries:

  • Complete SCI: no motor/sensory function below the level of injury.

  • Incomplete SCI: some preserved function below the injury, varying widely.

Levels of injury matter:

  • Cervical (neck): can cause tetraplegia (quadriplegia), impacting arms, trunk, legs, breathing, and autonomic functions.

  • Thoracic/Lumbar: often paraplegia—leg function and some trunk control affected.

  • Sacral: bowel, bladder, and sexual function may be significantly impacted.

ASIA Impairment Scale (AIS) is commonly used (A–E) to classify severity; we incorporate treating providers’ classifications into your damages model.

Common complications we address and document:

  • Neurogenic bladder/bowel, recurrent UTIs

  • Respiratory issues, autonomic dysreflexia

  • Spasticity, neuropathic pain

  • Pressure injuries (bedsores), wound care

  • DVT/PE risk, osteoporosis, heterotopic ossification

  • Sexual dysfunction and fertility issues

  • Depression, anxiety, PTSD, caregiver strain

Insurers often focus on initial hospital bills and ignore recurring costs and secondary complications. We don’t.

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How SCIs Happen (Case Types We Handle)

  • Motor vehicle crashes: car, truck, motorcycle, rideshare (Uber/Lyft)

  • Pedestrian and bicycle collisions

  • Falls and premises hazards: unsafe stairs/handrails, defective flooring, negligent security, code violations

  • Construction and workplace incidents: third-party liability beyond workers’ comp

  • Sports/recreation and diving injuries (product or premises issues)

  • Defective products: vehicle seats/restraints, helmets, rails/guards, consumer equipment

  • Assaults/violent incidents with premises liability implications

Each mechanism needs a tailored evidence plan and coverage strategy—our personal injury attorney builds both from day one.

Proving Fault & Causation

The Colorado Spinal Cord Injury attorney moves fast to secure:

  • Video: traffic/storefront/parking-lot cameras, dashcams, doorbell footage

  • Vehicle data: EDR speed/braking, steering; telematics from fleets/rideshares

  • Scene forensics: skid marks, crush analysis, rail/fall protection, lighting, signage, code compliance

  • Workplace records: incident reports, safety training, subcontractor agreements (third-party liability)

  • Product evidence: preserve and test the item/part before it’s altered or discarded

  • Medical chronology: connect trauma → neurological findings → functional losses with treating specialists

Objective proof defeats “minor impact,” “preexisting condition,” and “assumption of risk” defenses.

Treatment, Rehab, and the Road Ahead

SCI recovery is not linear. We make sure the legal case follows the medical reality:

  • Acute care & surgery (stabilization, decompression)

  • Inpatient rehab (transfer training, ADLs, mobility, respiratory support)

  • Outpatient therapy (PT/OT, speech, respiratory, neuro-rehab, spasticity management, Botox/pumps)

  • Urology & bowel programs (catheters, supplies, meds)

  • Pain management (neuropathic protocols, injections, devices)

  • Assistive tech (wheelchairs—manual/power, cushions, pressure-relief systems, standing frames, exoskeletons where appropriate)

  • Home/vehicle modifications (ramps, lifts, accessible bathroom/kitchen, roll-in showers, widened doors; hand controls, wheelchair vans)

  • Caregiving & respite (family training, paid attendants)

We capture the replacement cycle of equipment (e.g., wheelchairs 3–5 years, cushions annually, vans 7–10 years) and price inflation in the life-care plan.

Your Damages: What We Pursue

We present every category the law allows, with proof:

  • Past medical bills and future medical care (specialists, therapies, supplies, meds)

  • Life-care plan costs (equipment, modifications, caregiver/attendant care, transportation)

  • Lost wages and diminished earning capacity (vocational and economic analysis)

  • Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life

  • Physical impairment/disfigurement

  • Household services (the economic value of tasks you can no longer perform)

  • Out-of-pocket expenses (travel, devices, home health supplies)

  • Wrongful death damages when applicable

We use treating provider opinions plus expert reports (life-care planner, vocational, economist) to support each dollar.

Insurance & Coverage Strategy (Stack Every Available Source)

SCI claims often require layering multiple policies to reach a fair outcome:

  • At-fault liability (personal or commercial/tractor-trailer)

  • Rideshare/commercial policies where app status or fleet involvement applies

  • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM)—yours or a resident relative’s policy

  • MedPay (medical payments coverage) for immediate bills regardless of fault

  • Workers’ compensation + third-party claims (we coordinate to preserve your net)

  • Health insurance/Medicare/Medicaid (with subrogation/reimbursement rules)

  • Umbrella/excess coverage in severe injuries

We manage liens and subrogation (ERISA plans, Medicaid/Medicare, provider liens) and negotiate reductions so more of the settlement stays with you.

Colorado Deadlines (Don’t Miss the Clock)

  • Motor-vehicle injuries: generally 3 years from the crash to file a lawsuit.

  • Non-vehicle negligence (premises/product): generally 2 years.

  • Claims against public entities: strict early written notice may apply.

  • Minors: special tolling rules can extend deadlines.

There are exceptions and case-specific rules. The safest move is to contact an attorney quickly so evidence is preserved and notice requirements are met.

What To Do After a Spinal Cord Injury

  1. Focus on medical care and follow specialist referrals (PM&R, neuro, urology).

  2. Report all symptoms—motor/sensory changes, bowel/bladder issues, pain, spasticity, skin concerns.

  3. Preserve evidence: photos of vehicles/hazards; keep damaged equipment/clothing.

  4. Collect information: witness names, incident numbers, employer safety contacts if work-related.

  5. Document work impact: missed time, accommodations, disability paperwork.

  6. Avoid recorded statements to insurers before you have counsel.

  7. Call a spinal cord injury attorney to send preservation letters and open claims correctly.

Colorado Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Process

The PI Process is not clean, but there is a general way cases progress.

  • Free consultation: We map liability, coverage, and immediate next steps.

  • Evidence lock-down: Preservation letters, video canvass, data downloads, product/worksite preservation.

  • Care coordination: Help accessing appropriate specialists and rehab; guidance on MedPay, health insurance, and liens.

  • Life-care planning & economics: Build a credible future-cost model with recognized experts.

  • Demand package: Comprehensive presentation of liability and damages—medical, functional, and financial.

  • Negotiation & litigation: We push for full value; if the carrier won’t be fair, we file suit and try the case.

  • No fee unless we win.

Why Choose The Lawrence Law Firm

  • Catastrophic focus: We routinely handle spinal cord and paralysis claims with complex medical and financial needs.

  • Evidence-driven: From EDR and site forensics to life-care planning and vocational analysis, we build the record insurers must respect.

  • Local experience: Courts and carriers across Aurora, Denver, Arapahoe, Adams, Jefferson, and Douglas.

  • Clear communication: Direct access to your attorney, proactive updates, practical guidance.

  • Results mindset: Strategy aimed at maximizing net recovery—not just the headline number.

Spinal Cord Injury FAQs

My scans look “normal,” but I have weakness/numbness. Do I still have a case?
Yes. Cord injuries and nerve root damage can be present with subtle imaging findings. The diagnosis is clinical and can be supported by neuro exams and functional testing.

How soon should a life-care plan be developed?
We begin planning early but finalize projections once your condition stabilizes and specialists weigh in. This timing helps avoid undervaluing long-term needs.

Can I pursue a claim if the injury was on the job?
Often yes—in addition to workers’ comp—if a third party (not your employer/co-employee) contributed (e.g., negligent driver, subcontractor, product defect). We coordinate both paths.

What if I had back problems before the crash?
Preexisting conditions don’t bar recovery. We show medical evidence of aggravation or new injury and quantify the difference with treating providers and experts.

How long will my case take?
Catastrophic cases typically take longer because we must understand long-term prognosis and costs. We keep treatment moving and time the demand when the medical picture is reliable.

Are there caps on damages in Colorado?
Colorado law limits some non-economic damages, with certain exceptions. We analyze caps and strategies for your specific facts and injuries.

What happens if I don’t have health insurance after a spinal cord injury?

If you don’t have insurance, doctors may treat you under a medical lien, meaning payment is deferred until your case resolves. A spinal cord injury attorney can help negotiate these liens so you still receive care and protect more of your settlement.

Areas We Serve

Aurora • Denver • Lakewood • Arvada • Thornton • Westminster • Centennial • Littleton • Douglas County (Castle Rock, Parker, Lone Tree, Highlands Ranch) • Arapahoe County • Adams County • Jefferson County and nearby communities.

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If you or a loved one suffered a spinal cord injury, you don’t have to navigate the medical and insurance systems alone. Call The Lawrence Law Firm for a free, no-pressure consultation. We’ll secure the evidence, coordinate your care, and fight for the full compensation you’ll need—today and for the years ahead.

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Service Areas

  • Denver County
  • Arapahoe County
  • Adams County
  • Douglas County
  • Jefferson County

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