Neck, Spinal Cord, and Back Injury in Tampa

When too much force and/or pressure is applied to your spinal cord, back, or neck, injuries are common. Some of the common causes include:

• Slip and fall accidents
• Whiplash
• Lifting or carrying heavy loads
• Pregnancy
• Arthritis
• Degenerative bone/nerve diseases
• Sports injuries

While you may not think some of the common causes may not be eligible for compensation, like arthritis, Florida has an eggshell law. This law covers damages in an accident that are the result of a pre-existing condition. If your arthritis causes a neck, spinal cord, and back injury in an accident, you may be able to file for compensation. Contact Morgan & Morgan to learn more.

Some common types of back and spinal injuries resulting from an accident include:

Mid-Back and Lower Back – Injuries of the middle and lower back, including sprains, strains, and fractures to the lumbar spine, can make daily tasks excruciatingly painful.

Upper Back – Pain originating from the neck and/or upper spinal column (also known as thoracic spine injury – the region where your spine connects to your ribs) can cause severe pain and permanent impairment.

Complete – Injury to the spinal cord, which results in total paralysis, wherein the patient has no feeling or is unable to voluntarily move any body part below the point of injury and on both sides of their body.

Partial – In the case of partial spinal cord injuries, individuals may have some feeling and function below the point of injury.

Morgan & Morgan is the largest personal injury firm in the nation, and we have a proven track record of success. If you suffer a neck, spinal cord, or back injury in Tampa, we may be able to help. Contact Morgan & Morgan for a free case evaluation.