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Catastrophic Injury

Arkansas Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers

Dedicated to helping injured individuals get the justice they deserve since 1992

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Back Injury Lawyers in Arkansas

A spinal cord injury can cause serious damage to the spine and nerve endings. This can leave permanent changes that can alter your range of motion forever. A spinal cord injury can affect the use and control of your limbs and cause paralysis and quadriplegia.

If you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord or serious back injury in an accident caused by negligence, call our Arkansas spinal cord injury lawyers for help at 800-671-4100.

Compensation for Spinal Cord Injuries

One of the first questions clients with spinal cord or back injuries ask us is, “how much is my case worth?” While this number depends on the specific circumstances of your injury and your accident, compensable spinal cord or back injury claims involve injuries suffered as a result of another person’s negligence. Actions can be unintentional or deliberate.

On average, treatment for a spinal cord injury during the first year can cost over $700,000. Compensation awards for spinal cord and back injuries may include wages lost due to the victim’s inability to work or find employment. They can include medical expenses, medication, physical therapy, and long-term medical care. Living with a spinal cord injury can be physically, mentally, and financially exhausting.

In some cases, judges may consider the conduct of defendants in spinal cord and back injury lawsuits to be extraordinarily negligent. Awarding punitive damages to plaintiffs is a way of additionally punishing defendants. If the action is considered deplorable enough, judges are known to award substantial punitive damages. Caddell Reynolds Law Firm can assist you in obtaining the compensation you need for a lifetime of care.

Common Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries

Many accidents can cause spinal injuries. Here are the most common:

  • Car Accidents: Approximately 50% of spinal cord injuries are sustained in motor vehicle accidents
  • Falls: Nearly 15% of all spinal cord injuries are caused by falls
  • Sports Injuries: Account for about 10% of all spinal cord injuries
  • Alcohol-Related Accidents: 25% of spinal cord injuries involve alcohol

Spinal cord injuries vary in severity as those impacted can lose partial or all feeling and control of limbs. After an accident that caused spinal cord injury, you may experience painful symptoms, including:

  • Difficulty breathing
  • Difficulty balancing or walking
  • Pain in the back, neck, and head
  • Numbness in the hands and fingers
  • Loss of control of bowels and bladder

Schedule a Consultation with Our Attorneys

If your back or spine is damaged, you will need specialized medical care that should not be paid for by you or your family. Our lawyers at Caddell Reynolds Law Firm are seasoned, skilled, and know how to fight for you to receive compensation for your injuries as quickly as possible.

Don’t let money worries prevent you from making a complete and healthy recovery from injuries suffered in a car accident. Our back and spinal cord injury attorneys in Arkansas work closely with healthcare professionals and economic strategists to determine the financial impact your injury will have on your life and your ability to support yourself or your family.

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation. We serve clients in Jonesboro, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, Rogers, and the surrounding areas.

Catastrophic Injury: Frequently Asked Questions

How is a catastrophic injury claim different from a standard personal injury claim?

The legal framework is the same as any personal injury claim—negligence, damages, and liability. But catastrophic injury cases are a different animal in practice. The damages at stake are far greater, which means insurance companies fight harder and bring more resources to bear. The medical evidence is more complex and typically requires testimony from multiple specialists. And accurately projecting decades of future medical costs, long-term care needs, and lost earning capacity is far more challenging compared to a standard injury claim. Without an experienced attorney on your side, you could be taken advantage of and end up with far less compensation than what will be necessary to meet your future needs.

How do you calculate damages in a catastrophic injury case?

Calculating damages in a catastrophic injury case is one of the most consequential parts of the entire process—and one where getting it wrong could haunt you and your family for decades. It takes medical specialists, life care planners, economists, and vocational experts working together to build an accurate picture of the lifetime cost of a catastrophic injury. Our Arkansas catastrophic injury lawyers have the resources to call in those experts, and they know how to convincingly present their findings in a way that holds up, no matter how hard the other side pushes back.

Why do catastrophic injury cases take longer to resolve?

Several reasons. First, fully understanding the long-term implications of a catastrophic injury takes time—and settling before you have that clarity could leave you without the resources you'll need years down the road. Second, because the potential damages are substantial, insurance companies will mount more aggressive defenses, which typically extends the timeline. Third, building the kind of comprehensive, expert-supported case these claims require simply takes longer than a standard injury claim. Our attorneys will always prioritize getting your case right over getting it done quickly—because after a catastrophic injury, rushing to the finish line can cost you far more than the wait ever would.

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— Bruce

— Bruce

I was in an accident that sent my wife and I to the hospital. Our car was also totaled. We asked for help from Caddell Reynolds Law Firm. We worked with Kirby and Jessica and are so very happy and grateful for all of their hard work. We were compensated appropriately in a very timely manor. Thank you Kirby and Jessica.

— Russell

— Russell

Caddell Reynolds is currently representing my wife and I in the Ft. Smith office. I really like the direction that we are going in. Bill and his staff have been very helpful and knowledgeable as to the needs of the case and I would like to thank them for their efforts.

— Josh

— Josh

I was in a car accident last November and Kirby McDonald was there for me. After handling my wife’s car accident and taking care of her, I was very thankful that he took my case as well. Anytime I had questions he would answer promptly and he worked fast. I highly recommend!! Thank you Kirby, from my wife and I.

— Vessie

— Vessie

I would like to thank Mr. Joel Hargis for all his hard work and dedication to my case. Also Ms. Judy Gwatney for assisting him as well. If you are looking for a capable Bankruptcy Lawyer, Mr. Hargis is the person you are looking for. Caddell Reynolds Law Firm has very capable Lawyers, so look them up for all your needs.

— Preston

— Preston

Mr. Caddell is very professional and straight up guy. If anybody ever needs a lawyer for disability, I recommend Reynolds Law Firm all the way. Very simple if you win you win but if you lose nothing is owed. 20% isn't much compared to the rest of your life. Thank y'all so much for accepting to represent me.

— Teofila

— Teofila

I really love the place where Mr Blake is located in Caddell Reynold Law Firm. They were very honest very nice and very understanding. I recommend anyone that needs help with Social Security. You won’t regret it believe me. I know he has helped me and I really appreciate him.

— Ben

— Ben

I was so happy that we used Caddell Reynolds for our bankruptcy. A special thank you to Judy Gwatney for all of her help and support. She is very knowledgeable and was very easy to work with! Judy made something kind of scary very calming to us. Caddell Reynolds puts the client at ease and as I said before, Judy was an absolute pleasure to work with!

— Laura

— Laura

Meagan helped me find Ray who helped me deal with my situation. They especially helped me where I couldn’t help myself. They helped me find proper medical support and spoke up for me as a client. Every time I called to check in Meagan was always very personable and helpful to get me the answers I needed. I don’t know where I’d be without them!

— Clinton

— Clinton

Thank you, Kirby McDonald and Jessica Whorton. With the settlement you secured from my injury, I was able to purchase the first decent vehicle I've owned since the accident. Great job I highly recommend Kirby and Jessica. Thank you again.

— Livemas1996

— Livemas1996

This law firm worked hard over the course of two years to make sure I was properly taken care of after a truck slammed into me.  I am now back to full health and they fought for a fair settlement. Thank you!

— Misty

— Misty

Blake ray and Austin have been amazing and handled everything with my disability/Social Security case .He made everything so easy and easy to understand. And he won my case for me in a short amount of time. I would 100% recommend Blake/ray for an attorney and his associates. Thank you so much for doing a great job!

— Angie

— Angie

I received my bankruptcy discharge today and I'd like to say, Emily and Pati were amazing throughout the process. They explained the processes and expectations clearly and was always available to answer any questions that I had. I highly recommend Caddell Reynolds Law Firm to anyone considering bankruptcy. They are the BEST in NWA.

— Brooka

— Brooka

My husband suffered a debilitating and life-altering injury at a relatively young age and became unable to work. Having to adjust to this was already overwhelming, so we reached out to Fred Caddell for assistance in applying for disability benefits. He and his office staff were extremely helpful and positive throughout the entire process, especially through the appeal.

— Greg

— Greg

We would just like to say that my wife and I were in a very unfortunate situation that was an emergency. Joel and Nita went above and beyond to help us out of that emergency situation and made the experience for us a very comforting and seamless one as well as stress free. Everything went through without any complications and in a very timely fashion.

— Karen

— Karen

Great experience, kept me updated and informed about everything concerning my bankruptcy. Made the experience easy in a difficult time in my life.

— Barbara

— Barbara

I am very happy with how they have handled my case and today officially is the day it got closed! They dealt with some stubborn collectors, but ended up getting me money that was taken from me So I was so very thankful for that. They helped me maintain a payment plan that suited our needs financially and made it possible for us to continue paying this bankruptcy, and that meant a lot.

— Gabriela

— Gabriela

A year ago, my parents were in a car accident in Dallas. It was a horrible and very stressful situation for us. Fortunately, we found Kirby McDonald at the Caddell Reynolds law firm. He came to our house for the initial consultation because it was difficult for my mom to leave the house due to the accident. It took so much stress off our shoulders to know that there was someone advocating for us.

— Shelley

— Shelley

My husband has Parkinson’s and has been steadily getting worse. Abby took his case for disability. She is very through, reliable and trustworthy in handling your case. Abby is awesome!!!!!!

— Danietta

— Danietta

I highly recommended Judy and Rusty they have the best customer service and they explained everything that made me have a better understanding of filing a bankruptcy.

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