Orange County Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers
Orange County Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys
The human body is capable of incredible levels of self-healing. Injuries can be repaired over time, and illnesses can fade thanks to the body’s immune system. However, not every structure of the body can repair itself. The spinal cord is a prime example; any injury to the cord is permanent. Worse, the spinal cord is one of the most critical neurological structures of the body. An Orange County spinal cord injury lawyer can help if you have sustained this type of injury.
Orange County Paraplegia & Quadriplegia Injury Attorneys
Spinal cord injuries are one of the most traumatic injuries that a human being can suffer. These injuries can result from any traumatic incident, but most commonly in the form of car and motorcycle accidents or serious slip and fall accidents. Because the spinal cord is the pathway by which the brain communicates with the rest of the body, injuries to the nerves in the spinal cord can be especially catastrophic and can impact the entire body.
In addition, because these types of personal injuries in Orange County can have such a drastic impact on all functions of the body, the associated medical costs for surgery, other treatments, therapy, and rehabilitation can be extremely high. For this reason, these injuries are usually life-changing for the victim, as well as the family members charged with the care of the victim. Where this situation has been forced upon a victim through the negligence of another, it is important that the victim have the help of skillful spinal cord injury attorneys who are experienced with these types of cases and who will act with compassion and consideration to the plight of the victim and the victim’s family.
Serious Spinal Cord Injuries Attorney in Orange County, CA
At Easton & Easton, LLP, our Orange County spinal cord injury attorneys have years of experience in handling these types of cases and can help you or a family member find the crucial medical aid that is needed in order to address a serious spinal cord injury and also prove the damages of such an injury at trial or for the purposes of settlement.
At Easton & Easton, LLP, our years of experience allow us to seamlessly assess and coordinate medical care to make certain the full extent of our clients’ injuries are identified, treated, and provable. So, if you need assistance finding an experienced doctor who will treat your symptoms aggressively, we can help.
We understand the tricks, stratagems, and defenses the insurance companies and their attorneys use to defeat or minimize a claim, and at Easton & Easton, LLP we utilize our experience, skill, and dedication to make certain our clients do not fall victim to the insurance companies’ tricks and stratagems.
Please call an Orange County paraplegia and quadraplegia injury lawyer at 800-461-8259 for a free initial consultation. If we do not take your case, there is no charge.
Claiming Compensation for Your Spinal Cord Injury in Orange County
The main objective of any personal injury claim is to hold a defendant accountable for their actions and secure compensation for the damages they caused. A plaintiff in a spinal cord injury case is likely able to claim various economic damages, which can be proven with the correct documentation. The plaintiff must establish causation for all their claimed damages, meaning they must prove they occurred only because of the defendant’s actions.
Your Orange County spinal cord injury lawyer can help recover compensation for all medical expenses related to your injury. This includes both immediate medical treatment costs following the accident you experienced as well as future medical costs you are likely to incur for rehabilitation and management of your symptoms. You can also claim lost income and lost earning power if your injury prevents you from returning to work in the future.
A spinal cord injury can be physically and psychologically damaging, and the victim has the right to seek compensation for their pain and suffering along with their economic losses. There is no limit to how much you can claim in a personal injury case, with the sole exception of medical malpractice claims. State law caps pain and suffering compensation for plaintiffs in these cases, but there is no limit for all other types of personal injury claims.
While you may grasp the immediately recognizable damages for your claim, the average plaintiff is likely to struggle when it comes to accurately calculating projected future economic damages and determining appropriate pain and suffering compensation to seek from the defendant in their case. When you choose Easton & Easton to handle your case, we will do everything we can to maximize your total compensation as much as state law allows.
3 Things You Should Know After A Spinal Cord Injury Has Occurred
Pay close attention to the symptoms you experience in your neck, back and extremities immediately after the incident, as well as several days after the incident.
If you experience any pain in your neck or back or any of the symptoms mentioned in this article, seek immediate medical attention from a physician experience in handling neck and back injuries.
Call Easton & Easton, LLP as soon as possible so we can advise you what to do next.
Cervical Fusion Caused By Rear-End Auto Accident
In 2015, Easton & Easton acquired $1,250,000 for a client who had been t-boned and suffered a 2 centimeter (20mm) disc herniation at C5-6, requiring a Cervical Fusion. After the first 3 months of positive recovery post-Fusion, our client began smoking again (as she had strictly been told not to do by her physician) and soon thereafter began to experience pain and radicular complaints. She was diagnosed with Pseudoarthrosis and loosening of the prior Fusion hardware and was advised to undergo a revision of the Cervical Fusion.
At the time of attending a mediation shortly before trial, our client had incurred $48,965.03 in medical bills related to the accident, but still had not undergone the repeat Fusion Surgery. Not surprisingly, the Defendants argued that our client was responsible for the need for the revision surgery because she had resumed smoking, which potentially caused the Fusion to fail. Nonetheless, we were able to convince them that a jury would disagree and we negotiated a mediated settlement of $1,250,000 for our client.
This is just one example of the types of cases our firm regularly handles in Orange County. We have the experience needed to not only assist you in firmly establishing liability for your damages but also in maximizing your recovery. With our assistance, you will be more likely to win your case and enhance your final case award as much as state law allows.
You have a relatively short time in which to pursue recovery from your losses, and the sooner you connect with an attorney you can trust, the more likely you will be to succeed with your recovery efforts. The attorneys at Easton & Easton can provide comprehensive and compassionate legal counsel for all stages of legal recourse you must pursue to recover full compensation for your losses. We can answer your most pressing legal questions so you can approach your case with peace of mind.
FAQs
Q: Are All Spinal Cord Injuries Permanent?
A: Yes. Any injury to the spinal cord is permanent as this structure of the body cannot repair itself. The scope and severity of a spinal cord injury generally depend on the location of the injury on the victim’s spine. An injury higher on the spine will negatively affect the body more than an injury lower on the spine. Loss of sensation, reduced mobility, and paralysis are common long-term effects of spinal cord injuries.
Q: How Do I Prove Fault for a Personal Injury?
A: Success with your personal injury claim will require evidence showing exactly how your injury occurred and identifying the party or parties responsible for causing it. Your Orange County spinal cord injury lawyer can help gather crucial evidence and witness testimony to support your claim. They can also assist you in proving the full extent of the damages you can claim from the party who caused the injury.
Q: How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Case in Orange County, CA?
A: If you plan to file any type of personal injury claim in Orange County, California, you must file your case with the court within two years of the injury. This statute of limitations applies to almost all personal injury cases with few exceptions. If you are not able to immediately determine the exact cause of an injury, then this changes to some degree. Your statute of limitations begins when you discovered that someone else is responsible for causing you harm.
Q: Will I Win More Compensation if I Hire an Attorney for My Case?
A: Hiring an experienced Orange County spinal cord injury lawyer is one of the most effective ways to enhance your final case award to the fullest possible extent. Your attorney can not only streamline your proceedings and reduce the time it takes for you to receive compensation, but they may also uncover avenues of recovery you did not realize were available to you. They will also know how to maximize the pain and suffering compensation you secure with your claim.
Q: What Happens If I Partially Caused My Personal Injury?
A: It is possible for an investigation into a personal injury claim to reveal that the plaintiff shares fault with the defendant for causing the damages cited in the claim. If this applies to your case, your compensation could be affected to reflect your shared liability. Under the state’s pure comparative fault rule, there is no fault threshold that bars a plaintiff from recovering compensation for their damages.
Ultimately, a spinal cord injury is one of the worst injuries anyone can suffer, and virtually every spinal cord injury entails some level of long-term or permanent damage. If you are unsure how to recover your losses after another party has caused a spinal cord injury, we can help. Contact Easton & Easton today to arrange your free consultation with an Orange County spinal cord injury lawyer to learn more about the legal services we provide.
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Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton were selected to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 — an invitation-only organization recognizing the nation's premier trial attorneys. Selection is based on case results, leadership, and reputation. When you need attorneys who are ready for the courtroom, you want a team that's already proven they belong there.
All five partners of Easton & Easton — Doug, Brian, Matt, Travis, and Gabe — were selected to Best Lawyers in America® 2027. This is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. Selection is based entirely on peer review, representing the consensus opinion among leading lawyers in the community. When other attorneys are asked who they trust, they name us.
Our $4.5M settlement in Dump Truck Operator v. Equipment Rental Co. has been recognized as #1 in California for 2025 in two categories: • #1 Paraplegia Settlement in California — 2025 • #1 Rollover Accident Settlement in California — 2025
Our $4.5M settlement in Dump Truck Operator v. Equipment Rental Co. has been recognized as #1 in California for 2025 in two categories: • #1 Paraplegia Settlement in California — 2025 • #1 Rollover Accident Settlement in California — 2025
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as the #1 Bicycle Accident Settlement in California in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Easton & Easton was named a Tier 1 firm in Southern California by U.S. News & World Report — the highest ranking a law firm can achieve. Selection is based on client feedback, peer reputation, and professional excellence. When independent evaluators rank the best, we're at the top.
Gabe Mendoza, Alexandro Garza, Billy Seidlitz, and Aaron Sinfield were selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars — honoring the top 2.5% of attorneys 40 or younger in California. Three attorneys — John, Billy, and Aaron — were selected for the first time in 2027. The next generation of Easton & Easton is already among the best in the state.
Easton & Easton was voted "Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" by readers of the Los Angeles Times in 2018, 2019, and 2020. Three years in a row — chosen by the people we serve
Doug, Brian, Matt, Travis, and Saul were selected to Super Lawyers — a distinction earned by only 5% of California attorneys. Selection is based on peer nominations, independent research, and professional achievement. Doug Easton has been selected for 19 consecutive years. Matt Easton was also named to the Top 50 Orange County Super Lawyers for 2027. When you hire Easton & Easton, you're hiring attorneys in the top 5%.
Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a Top 10 Personal Injury Settlement in California in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
Easton & Easton received the "People Love Us On Yelp" award in 2016 due to exceptional client satisfaction reviews.Our clients don't just hire us — they recommend us.
Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 20 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian, Matt, and Travis Easton are lifetime members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum — a distinction held by less than 1% of U.S. attorneys. Membership requires securing a verdict or settlement of $2 million or more. When you hire Easton & Easton, you're hiring proven results - because Results Matter.
Doug Easton has held the "AV Preeminent" Rating for over 30 years, and Matt Easton received this prestigious distinction in 2015. The AV Preeminent rating is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards, based on the legal profession's oldest peer review rating system — dating back to 1887. When your peers have trusted your ability and integrity for over three decades, that says everything.
We were recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a the #1 Personal Injury Settlement in Los Angeles County in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian Easton was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2015. ABOTA is one of the most premier associations of trial attorneys and judges, requiring a proven track record of jury trials as lead counsel and approval by a majority vote of the ABOTA board. Membership isn't given — it's earned in the courtroom.
Travis Easton, Gabe Mendoza, and Brenda Kocaj were selected to the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 — an invitation-only honor recognizing the nation's top young trial attorneys. At Easton & Easton, experience and ambition work side by side.
Easton & Easton was honored for securing a $20,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2019 by TopVerdict.com.
Both Doug and Matt Easton have been selected as Top Personal Injury Attorneys by Avvo with scores of 10 out of 10 — based on skill, experience, results, peer evaluations, and client reviews. A perfect score. No room for higher.
Easton & Easton was honored to have been chosen by the LA Times Reader's Choice Poll as "The Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" for 2018-2020 (each year the voting took place).
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $1,850,000 verdict for a client, which was selected as one of the Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2016 by TopVerdict.com.
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