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Spinal cord injuries are complex in nature and are often immensely expensive, and each victim’s recovery timetable is unique. If you want fair compensation to cover the cost of your injury—including non-economic burdens—hire a Southfield catastrophic injury lawyer who understands spine-specific ailments. Christensen Law will put your needs front and center.
Attorney Dave Christensen and the rest of our team have advocated for clients with spinal cord injuries since 1991. We know what it takes to succeed in cases like yours, and we put in the work to achieve the results our clients deserve. Call Christensen Law today for your free, no-obligation consultation about hiring a Southfield spinal cord injury lawyer.
Christensen Law: Southfield Attorneys Who Know the High Cost of Spinal Cord Injuries
Our personal injury lawyers work hard to deliver the results our clients need. Let us explain why you can be confident in hiring a Southfield spinal cord injury lawyer from our law firm.
You may choose to hire Christensen Law because:
Our Attorneys Have Achieved Record-Setting Results for Our Clients
Christensen Law has an extensive record of six-plus-figure settlements for injured clients. Some of our firm’s most noteworthy case results include recoveries of:
- $17.8 million, which was the largest personal injury verdict in Michigan history at the time
- $9.5 million, which we secured for a rider who suffered disabling injuries during an accident
- $4.55 million, which we secured for the family of a cable technician
- $4.197 million, which we obtained for a client enduring severe pain and suffering
Our record of recoveries goes on. The personal injury attorneys at Christensen Law are interested in getting justice, not settling for less.
We Understand the Types, Degrees, and Symptoms of Spinal Cord Injuries
As the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) explains, the location of your injury, affected vertebrae, and the nature of the injury can all affect the symptoms you endure. We will rely on doctors and other qualified professionals whose expertise is pivotal in spinal cord injury cases.
Our accident attorneys are familiar with injuries like yours and the immense challenges such injuries cause. We will act as effective counselors for your rights and pursue the compensation your medical care requires for the best possible recovery.
Here’s What We Mean by Leading with Compassion
If anyone deserves an attorney and legal team eager to extend compassionate service, it’s a person dealing with the trying realities of a spinal cord injury. Christensen Law’s approach involves:
- Making clear that our duty is to protect you and secure a better future for you and your loved ones
- Serving as your voice at a time when your recovery will occupy a large share of your attention
- Putting your needs and interests above all other considerations
Our attorneys are real people who make a conscious effort to connect with our clients on a human level.
Your Southfield Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer Will Only Receive a Fee If They Win for You
Christensen Law uses a contingency fee arrangement. This fee structure is intentional, as it allows you to hire our legal team without paying us any money out of your own pocket.
We receive a fair percentage of the recoveries we obtain for clients. Our team will review the specifics of our fee agreement with you so that you’re comfortable and informed should you choose to hire your Southfield spinal cord injury lawyer from Christensen Law.
Reviews from Christensen Law’s Former Clients Are Worth Your Consideration
Our law firm believes in the importance of letting those with spinal cord injuries tell their story. This is the kind of compassion and attention that defines our client experience. Our former clients are quick to share their gratitude for our humane approach to the law:
- “Christensen Law was very professional, helpful, and compassionate to work with.” — Danelle Vanderbeke
- “At Christensen Law, you’re treated like family; they stayed in contact every step of the way…” — Willie Frison
- “I will forever refer every single business client I have as well as personal friends and family to this law firm…” — Ricky Taylor
- “The team at Christensen Law is very prompt, professional, but most of all, kind and caring.” — Andrew Ottmar
Every representative from our personal injury law firm will be transparent, attentive to your needs, and determined to secure the compensation you deserve. Call today to complete your free consultation about hiring a Southfield spinal cord injury attorney from Christensen Law.
Types of Spinal Cord Injury Cases Christensen Law Leads in Southfield
The spinal cord is a critical but fairly fragile feature of the human body, and it can suffer injury in many circumstances, which include:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle and scooter accidents
- Slip and fall accidents
- Trip and fall accidents
- Falls from heights
- Construction accidents and other work-related accidents
We have extensive experience handling cases like these. If you or your loved one suffered a spinal cord injury in one of these circumstances—or other circumstances not listed here—it’s worth speaking with our team. Remember, there is no cost to talk with us, so call today.
Our Southfield Trial Lawyers Will Spare No Expense When Building Your Spinal Cord Case
Should you elect to hire your attorney from our team serving Southfield, we will quickly begin constructing a personalized case for you. Some steps we take on your behalf include the following:
Retaining Knowledgeable Experts
The spinal cord and injuries affecting the spinal cord are complicated. While our attorneys are confident in the knowledge gained through handling cases like yours, we know the value of qualified experts.
Christensen Law will not hesitate to hire any experts who improve your case, which may include:
- Medical professionals, which may include one or more experts in spinal cord trauma
- Experts in your field of employment or financial professionals who may help us calculate your short- and long-term professional damages
- Mental health professionals who may diagnose pain and suffering related to your spinal cord injury
Our fee structure accounts for the cost of hiring experts whose services can be a key element of a successful spinal cord injury case.
Proving Fault and Liability for the Spinal Cord Injury Using All Relevant Evidence
Regardless of our case strategy, we want to leave no doubt about who is responsible for your spinal cord injury. We often prove fault for our clients’ injuries with:
- Witness statements detailing how someone else caused you harm, such as an occupant’s account of another vehicle striking yours
- Expert testimony about the certain, or most likely, cause of your spinal cord injury
- Any video footage of the event(s) that caused your spinal cord injury
- Your account of how the spinal cord injury occurred
Most of our cases include several types of evidence that fit together like a puzzle revealing who is responsible for our clients’ injuries and related damages.
Documenting All Damages Related to the Spinal Cord Injury
Some resources we often use to document clients’ damages are:
- Medical records, which should contain a specific diagnosis of your injury, details of symptoms, and recommended treatments
- Medical bills
- Any employment records or financial statements showing the professional cost of your spinal cord injury
- Expert testimony about any damages they have insight into, such as pain and suffering, medical treatment, and financial losses
Our Southfield spinal cord injury attorney will work to portray a clear image of how your quality of life has suffered and may continue to suffer because of the responsible party who caused your injury.
Fighting for Fair Compensation on Your Behalf
Christensen Law’s attorneys simply forge the legal path our clients need in legal representation. Whether we are negotiating a settlement from the insurance companies or making our client’s case in court, you can expect vigorous effort and relentless fight from our team for the maximum compensation possible.
Damages Spinal Cord Injury Victims Should Receive for Fair Compensation
The serious nature of spinal cord injuries means you may face expensive, distressing damages that include:
- Healthcare costs, which may cause long-term financial hardship
- Pain and suffering
- Lost income
- Other professional harm, like the loss of bonuses and professional opportunities
Our spinal cord injury lawyers approach every personal injury claim like it will go to trial. When liable parties are unwilling to pay fair settlements, this trial-ready mindset proves immensely valuable.
Call Christensen Law Today for Your Free Consultation About Hiring a Southfield Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
Mich. Comp. Laws Ann. § 600.5805 is among the laws our Southfield spinal cord injuries must pay close attention to as it generally limits the time we have to file personal injury lawsuits like yours. We generally advise that prospective clients speak with the Christensen Law team as soon as possible, as missing any filing deadline could have significant harmful consequences.
Our legal professionals are always available, and we’re eager to discuss your case. Call Christensen Law today for your free consultation. There are no obligations to work with our firm. Simply complete a free consultation to reach out to us today.
