Few injuries carry consequences as severe or as permanent as paralysis. The physical, emotional, and financial toll of a paralyzing injury can last a lifetime, and the legal process of demanding accountability is rarely simple. An experienced personal injury attorney can make a critical difference in the outcome of your case.
Lee Hunt and the entire team at Hunt Law Firm bring nearly 20 years of trial-focused advocacy to every paralysis case we handle. We’re here to take on the insurance companies, gather the right evidence, and fight for results that reflect the true impact your injury has had on your life. We serve clients throughout New Mexico from our office in Santa Fe. Reach out to us today for your free consultation. We’re here to help.
Types of Paralysis After a Serious Injury
Paralysis occurs when damage to the spinal cord, brain, or nervous system disrupts the signals that control movement and sensation. Doctors classify this kind of condition in several ways.
First, there’s complete vs. incomplete paralysis. Complete paralysis involves a total loss of motor function and sensation below the point of injury. Incomplete paralysis, on the other hand, involves some residual function below the injury site, though the degree varies widely from person to person.
Paralysis is also classified by the parts of the body it affects. Paraplegia involves the loss of function in the lower body, typically the legs and lower trunk. Quadriplegia, also called tetraplegia, affects all four limbs and the torso. Hemiplegia affects one side of the body and often results from a brain injury or stroke caused by trauma.
Accidents and Incidents That Can Lead to Paralysis
A paralyzing injury can result from many different types of accidents and incidents, and, in many cases, a negligent, reckless, or careless party is responsible for the harm. At Hunt Law Firm, we’ve seen firsthand how a single moment of negligence can change a person’s life forever. Our attorneys represent paralysis victims across New Mexico whose injuries have arisen from a wide range of scenarios, including:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Construction accidents
- Workplace accidents
- Premises liability incidents (such as slip-and-falls)
- Recreational accidents
- Nursing home neglect or abuse
- Medical malpractice
- Defective products (such as vehicles or medical devices)
- School injuries
The Physical, Emotional, and Financial Toll of Paralysis
The physical consequences of a paralyzing injury are profound. Paralysis victims often contend with chronic pain, loss of bladder and bowel control, respiratory complications, pressure sores, and a heightened vulnerability to infection. Many require around-the-clock medical care for the rest of their lives.
The emotional weight of paralysis is equally significant. The sudden loss of independence, mobility, and physical identity can lead to severe depression and anxiety. Family members and caregivers also bear a heavy emotional burden, as they must often restructure their own lives to provide support to their loved one.
Then there’s the financial reality. The lifetime cost of care for a paralysis victim can be astronomical. Medical treatment, rehabilitation, adaptive equipment, home modifications, and lost income all add up at a rate that few families are prepared to absorb.
If someone else’s negligence is responsible for all of this, they should be held accountable. At Hunt Law Firm, we fight to recover compensation that reflects the full scope of your losses.
Compensation Available to Paralysis Victims
Paralysis is one of the most costly types of injuries a person can sustain, and the financial burden doesn’t end when you leave the hospital. In fact, for most paralysis victims, it only grows over time. According to the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, the estimated lifetime cost of a paralyzing injury at any level of motor function loss can easily exceed $1 million. This doesn’t even include indirect costs like loss of earning capacity.
At Hunt Law Firm, our attorneys work to recover full and fair compensation for every loss our clients suffer due to their paralysis injuries, both now and in the future. If negligence caused your paralysis, you could be entitled to compensation for:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Emergency treatment and hospitalization costs
- Rehabilitation and physical therapy costs
- Long-term and in-home care costs
- Adaptive equipment like wheelchairs and assistive devices
- Home and vehicle modification costs
- Lost wages
- Diminished future earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life
Who Could Be Liable in a Paralysis Injury Case?
One of the most important steps in any paralysis injury case is identifying who bears responsibility for your injury. In some cases, multiple parties share fault, and holding all of them accountable can make a significant difference in the amount of compensation available to you. The lawyers at Hunt Law Firm conduct thorough investigations to identify every party whose negligence may have contributed to your injury. Depending on the circumstances, those potentially liable parties may include:
- Negligent drivers or other road users
- Trucking companies
- Employers
- Rideshare companies
- Property owners
- General contractors and subcontractors
- Product manufacturers and distributors
- Healthcare providers and hospitals
- Educational institutions
- Nursing homes and long-term care facilities
- Government entities
Why Injury Victims in New Mexico Trust Hunt Law Firm
At Hunt Law Firm, we’ve spent nearly two decades standing up for injury victims across New Mexico. Lead attorney Lee Hunt has a proven track record of winning meaningful jury awards for clients who suffered catastrophic injuries, and he brings that same dedication to every case our firm takes on.
We understand that insurance companies don’t voluntarily offer fair compensation for life-altering injuries. They have teams of attorneys and claims adjusters whose job is to protect their bottom line. Our job is to protect yours. Hunt Law Firm’s trial-focused approach means we’re always prepared to take your case to court, and insurers know it. That kind of reputation and preparedness gives us an edge that few other law firms can match.
Talk to a New Mexico Paralysis Injury Attorney Today
If you or a loved one has suffered a paralysis injury due to someone else’s misconduct, don’t face the claims process alone. The attorneys at Hunt Law Firm have the experience and commitment to fight for the compensation you deserve. We handle every case on a contingency basis, so you won’t pay any attorneys’ fees unless we win. Contact us today to arrange your free initial consultation.