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Are you suffering a spinal cord injury caused by an accident in Tampa, FL? You might have legal options if your injury happened because of someone else’s negligence.

This may include filing an insurance claim or a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages. Damages can cover the cost of your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. These resources are invaluable, especially when you are facing a lifetime of unexpected medical expenses.

A Tampa spinal cord injury lawyer at Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers can help you navigate this process. Our attorneys have over 119 years of combined experience helping injured people. We can help you, too.

Contact us online or call our law office at (813) 223-6200 to set up a free consultation and learn more about our services and your legal options. There’s no risk and no strings attached.

How Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help You After Suffering a Spinal Cord Injury in Tampa, FL

How Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help You After Suffering a Spinal Cord Injury in Tampa, FL

When someone experiences a spinal cord injury, it’s common for their life to change. You may be spending the majority of your time in doctor’s offices, in rehabilitation, or adjusting to your new normal. This can wear on you physically and emotionally.

When you hire Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers, we will take the added stress of a legal case off your plate. Our attorneys will handle every part of your legal case, from filing an insurance claim to pursuing a lawsuit. 

This includes:

  • Calculating your damages
  • Requesting and reviewing medical records
  • Collecting evidence to support your case
  • Hiring expert witnesses
  • Finding out who is responsible
  • Negotiating with insurance companies and/or the defendant
  • Representing you in court 

Call our law firm today to set up a free consultation with an experienced Tampa personal injury lawyer.

What Is a Spinal Cord Injury?

A spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord or nerves in the spinal cord. 

The spinal cord is part of the nervous system, which connects the brain to the rest of our body. The brain sends commands through the spinal cord, like moving your arms or legs, and receives sensory information. Sensory information may include our sense of touch, reflexes, or pain.

When the spinal cord is injured, it can affect our brain’s ability to send and receive messages to/from the rest of our body. This can affect our strength, senses, and almost every bodily function. 

In some cases, a spinal cord injury can heal, but often it is permanent. As a result, spinal cord injuries are among the most severe types of injuries because they can completely upend your life.

Signs and Symptoms of Spinal Cord Injuries

If you’ve been in some sort of accident, you may immediately notice that you have experienced trauma to your spine. However, sometimes the injury is more subtle or worsens over time. 

If you suspect that you have damaged your spinal cord or are in danger of hurting it, you should immediately go to the doctor. This is not the time to delay or to take a wait-and-see approach. 

The most common signs and symptoms of spinal cord injuries include:

  • Loss of movement (paralysis)
  • Loss of physical sensation (like touch)
  • Inability to control your bladder
  • Spasms and delayed or overactive reflexes
  • Intense or shooting pain
  • Pressure in your back or head
  • Lack of coordination
  • Weakness in your limbs
  • Loss of bladder control

If you experience any of these symptoms, particularly after an accident, call a doctor or go to the emergency room. 

Location of Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries are divided into four different categories depending on where the injury happens. The categories include cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral injuries. Usually, the higher an injury in the spine, the more serious it is.

Cervical injuries happen at the top of your spine. These usually cause complete paralysis or issues with your arms and legs. This is often one of the most severe types of spinal cord injuries.

Thoracic injuries affect the chest areas. This can cause loss of function in your legs and also breathing in your chest. Lumbar and sacral injuries happen in your pelvis and hip area. These may affect your hips and legs but tend to be less serious than the other types of injuries.

Complete and Incomplete Spinal Cord Injuries 

A complete spinal cord injury ends all functions below the site of the injury. This results in paralysis and loss of all voluntary functions. A complete spinal cord injury is the most severe.

An incomplete spinal cord injury allows for some voluntary movement, though it may be limited. Perhaps you can move a limb or finger or feel certain sensations but do not have complete control over your functions. This is also a severe type of injury, but the prognosis is better as more treatment options are available.

Spinal Cord Injury Statistics

Spinal cord injuries are fairly common. Each year, there are about 18,000 new spinal cord injuries in the United States. There are about 302,000 people currently living with a spinal cord injury. Men are significantly more likely to experience a spinal cord injury than women, accounting for 79% of the new cases. 

Car accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries, but gun violence, falls, and sporting accidents also account for a large portion of them. Furthermore, the average cost of a spinal cord injury causing paraplegia is $68,739 per year. The average annual cost for the most severe spinal injuries is nearly $185,000. 

This cost is significant considering that people who have a spinal cord injury are generally not able to work within a year after their injury, and only 31% are working 30 years after their injury. These statistics show that spinal cord injuries can completely change the trajectory of your life.

What Causes Most Spinal Cord Injuries?

Spinal cord injuries can happen in any type of accident. 

In our experience, some of the most common causes include:

Our lawyers can represent you no matter what caused the spinal cord injury. If you aren’t sure exactly how it happened, we can also investigate it on your behalf. This may include hiring experts and collecting evidence. 

What Is My Tampa Spinal Cord Injury Case Worth?

The value of your spinal cord injury case will depend on the type of injury and its effect on your life. If you have a complete spinal cord injury that results in complete paralysis, you will probably receive more money than if you have an incomplete spinal cord injury.

The factors to consider include:

  • The severity of your spinal cord injury 
  • The permanence and future prognosis
  • The cost of your medical bills 
  • The impact of the injury on your work life
  • The impact of the injury on your mental health and enjoyment of life 

A Tampa spinal cord injury attorney can help you understand the value of your case. We can use this as a starting point for negotiations. It is helpful to have an idea of what you might be looking at once your case is over so that you can prepare accordingly. 

What Happens If I Am Blamed For Causing My Spinal Cord Injury in Tampa, Florida?

Even when someone experiences a traumatic injury, it’s unfortunately pretty common for them to get blamed. If you are getting blamed by the defendant or an insurance company for causing your injury, you should talk with a lawyer.

Florida follows a modified comparative negligence law. That means you can recover money through a lawsuit even if you are partially responsible for the accident. However, if you are more than 50% at fault, you can’t recover anything.

That’s why it is important to speak with a Tampa personal injury attorney and minimize your blame. If you are found to be mostly responsible, you will be stuck with medical bills and unable to recover lost wages.

How Long Do I Have To File a Spinal Cord Injury Lawsuit in Florida?

The statute of limitations for a spinal cord injury lawsuit is the same as any other personal injury lawsuit. You typically have two years from the accident date or after discovering the injury to file your case. 

Don’t wait until the last minute to hire a personal injury lawyer in Tampa, FL. They will need time to prepare your case. This might include filing an insurance claim before a lawsuit. You’ll want your lawyer to have adequate time to negotiate and try to resolve the case outside of court.

If you miss the deadline and rush your case, you may not get a chance to recover any compensation.

Call Our Tampa Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers To Set Up a Free Consultation

Spinal cord injuries are very serious. A Tampa spinal cord injury lawyer can help you navigate this process and get the compensation you deserve. 

At Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers, we take these cases extremely seriously. Our lawyers will provide you with the highest quality of representation so that you can focus on healing and adjusting to your injury.

Anthony David
Anthony David
1695918895
Winters & Yonker are an extremely knowledgeable car accident attorneys in Tampa. Marc represented me injured in a car crash when I was coming off I-4. He is clearly the best in the field! The entire team at his firm is AMAZING!!!They helped through my whole process always keeping me up to date. They referenced me to the best doctors to assist in my recovery. I always felt comfortable with every part of it specially now in the pandemic time. The stuff is very friendly and always available for you. I specifically like to thank PRE-LITIGATION department. They were passionate, dedicated and professional. Marc worked very hard on my case and did fantastic job!!! I am very pleased with the outcome of my case. The results are outstanding. I highly recommend Marc and his entire Firm. You guys are AWESOME! Thank You to everyone at this firm!
Karla Rogers
Karla Rogers
1695770121
Best lawyer ever! I had an accident gave them a call and like three months later, case Settled and full payout... Excellent service!
Lenette Montalvo
Lenette Montalvo
1695641293
Christopher from Winter and Yonker was amazing. Very nice person to talk to, listen to what I had to say, and even gave his opinion when needed. From start to finish I felt very important and I was impressed by this law firm every one i spoke to made me feel safe and comfortableto. My accident has done a lot of damage to me, and knowing I had an attorney from Winters and Yonker on my side made me feel great. My compensation for my accident is amazing and it will help me in my life. Thank you very much I will definitely recommend this law firm.
coleman vera
coleman vera
1694712772
I went to Winter & Yonker Law Firm for my Tampa car accident case I was involved in. My case manager throughout the process and she took care of me from start to finish. The process was very seamless, I received the medical treatment that I needed immediately and at the very end, concluded with a very rewarding settlement. I've worked with a few law firms from prior accidents and none can compare to the service OR expertise I received from Mr. Yonker.👉 If you're seeking help for an injury related case, I would definitely recommend working with him and their amazing legal staff at Winter & Yonker Firm in Tampa. I will always use this firm for all my Personal Injury Claims! If you are l@@king for an Attorney to give you Top Notch legal help and the MOST money for your Pain & Suffering then take it from me I'm a paralegal and this firm continues to OUTSHINE them all!
Meredith Wilson
Meredith Wilson
1694489029
This was my first personal injury experience. I wanted to choose a law office I could trust. A friend of mine recommended the law offices of Winters & Yonker, Personal Injury Lawyers in Tampa. Through the entire process Attorney Marc Yonkers was helpful and communication was stellar. I never felt out the loop. I felt confident throughout entire process. Which this month (Sept. 2023) they were able to settle my accident case successfully and to my 100% satisfaction. I cannot recommend Winters & Yonker and or Marc any higher. In short they are firm, fair, aggressive, responsive, super smart and know the numerous ins and outs of Personal Injury cases (which can be quite complicated). Upon hiring them you get a law firm that will leave you confident that your case will be handled expertly and with your interests front and center.
Geneva Ramirez
Geneva Ramirez
1694089126
Winters and Yonkers has been a legend of the Tampa Bay personal injury Attorney community for a long time. I was in a car accident recently with my husband, we suffered back and neck pains after two days and thought to get someone’s help. I found Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers through a google search and called them right up. The same day Mr. Winters contacted both of us, listened, and was compassionate to our situation. He helped us through the entire process including getting me seen by a Doctor so we could heal our injuries correctly, and we got our medical bills reduced! Bill Winters, my case manager, and the entire staff were very knowledgeable and exceptional at their work. We would like to express my sincere gratitude to them and recommend them without any hesitation to anybody who needs help, don't try and fight the at fault's insurance on your own. If you're injured and need someone to protect your rights you won't find a better Attorney than Bill Winters at Winters & Yonkers!-Geneva, Tampa FL#personalinjurylawyer #caraccidentlawyer #tampainjuryattorney
Shelley Torres
Shelley Torres
1694088835
Bum Boi
Bum Boi
1693705250
My wife and I are work in Mediation and Arbitration but know nothing about personal injury cases. When a young delivery Truck driver who was distracted by his phone hit us at full speed and rear-ended us as we were stopped in traffic on Wesley chapel. We knew we needed to hire the best lawyers with PI experience and expertise in the Tampa legal community that we could.From our first phone call with Bill Winters and then all the way through Trial preparation then Trial, we never felt any bad about our case because we knew Bill and the entire staff at Winters and Yonker would take care of us.Their dedication, innovation, motivation, reliability, unparalleled intellect, and exceptional skill as trial lawyers make them extraordinary individuals. My experience working with them was nothing short of exceptional. Experiencing a car accident is an ordeal that encompasses fear, trauma, and frustration. It's a life-changing event in anyone's life. There was no amount of money that could ever make me alright, because I would give any amount of cash to not have to go through the nightmare that the car accident was and continues to be.It took almost 2 years from the time of the car crash to go to trial, but ultimately the jury verdict that Bill Winters got for my family was worth fighting for. There were so many times over the course of the three years that we actively realized how amazing it was that we felt no anxiety or concerns or worries about our case, because Bill is truly outstanding!If you or anyone you know gets hurt in a car accident, call Winters and Yonkers RIGHT AWAY! And then rest assured that you, your family, or friends are being cared for by the ABSOLUTE BEST legal team in Tampa Bay. Thank you, Winters & Yonker!
Glenda Litimco
Glenda Litimco
1693536170
Winters & Yonker law firm did excellent work with my injury case. Luckily, I was referred to Winters & Yonker from a good friend after I was injured in a car accident. I did some initial research about injury lawyers near me, but the reviews for this office really stood out to me in Tampa. I decided to call and after a single phone conversation, the choice was easy to make! Not only was everyone extremely professional, they made the entire process smooth and clear. I was at ease with each step of the way because they were always there to answer my questions and keep me informed of what was happening. All expectations were met and my settlement was exceeded. I got much more than I thought was even possible from the insurance company. I highly recommend the Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers, and their team in Tampa to anyone in need of help after a car, truck, or motorcycle accident. You'll be in good hands!
Dandrea Ikner
Dandrea Ikner
1693513818
This is the best lawyer in town
Nicky Warner
Nicky Warner
1692997375
Max was amazing! He kept me updated throughout the whole process and was extremely easy to talk with. He also explained everything so I can completely understand it. It was an amazing experience. Thank you, Max!
Erika Smith
Erika Smith
1692795764
I had a great experience with them! They truly care about you!! Thank you so much🤗
Jonathan Clem
Jonathan Clem
1692661489
I was injured in a car crash here in town. Since it was essentially a "he said she said" accident case the opposing insurance claimed it was a 50/50 fault. Even though it clearly could not have been my fault. However, Bill worked diligently to get me everything I was needed to get my life back. He worked to get me access to all the doctors I needed and medical treamtment for my neck and back. Plus, a large settlement amount. Bill even took the time to calm me down when I saw the initial amount and cost for seeing my medical bills piling up! He even managed to get them to reduce their bills significantly! Plus, I received as much as possible. Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers in Tampa provided a great legal service. They were strait forward and honest about the approach, and communicated every aspect of the process. The firm took care of everything. I would 100% without a doubt recommend him if I knew someone that need a personal injury attorney. Given the circumstances of our introduction I hope I never have to, BUT Bill Winters will definitely be my first call if I'm ever injured again!
marie silvers
marie silvers
1692107771
They are the Best! They care about you as a person!
jorden reagan
jorden reagan
1692106640
Everyone on their staff is amazing! Chris and Sara won my case and helped me out with an accident that occurred a few months back. They made the entire process so easy! They called with case updates but not too often where it was constant phone calls. It was just enough to know what was going on the whole time without being bombarded. Thankful for Tayler on their staff who helped inform me on why Winters and Yonker was the best choice to go with!
Kimberly Rushton
Kimberly Rushton
1691849813
Yes, I would highly recommend winners in Yonkers. I worked with Trevor and Trevor was the best. I recommend anyone that ever needs a lawyer to go to them. They are the best.
Pat Pawelkop
Pat Pawelkop
1691761083
Highly recommend. Bill Winters and his staff took time to answer my questions, and handled my case in a timely and professional manner. I almost didn't contact a lawyer over my "small" injury case because I feared it would be so difficult and stressful. But he got me the settlement that my insurance company owed me, and I would never have been able to do that on my own. And with less stress that I anticipated. I'm glad I called them.
Amysway Barton
Amysway Barton
1691599586
Always available
Certified Soul
Certified Soul
1691535470
Winters and Yonker is who you want to go to when you get in a car accident because they will take care of you and won’t let you get low balled on your settlement. I got in a car accident where my back and shoulder was injured and I was referred to a attorney named Trevor. I appreciate Trevor for handling my case and keeping me informed with all the information I needed.
Sean S
Sean S
1687270653
One of the best law firms in Tampa. My family was involved in a serious car accident. We went to that other personal injury firm with the two M's they were trying to make us settle the case quickly and they we're not listening to us with the arrogant attitude that they were the experts and we were just ignorant. We promptly fired them and then hired Winters & yonker. Our settlement was 5 times higher than what the MM wanted to settle for.I would like to thank Winters and Yonkers entire staff for a wonderful experience. They were all very knowledgeable and walked us through the whole process. We really felt like they cared, unlike the other firm.
Linda Robinson
Linda Robinson
1686789803
I’m giving Winters & Yonker a shout out. My mother fell in Winn Dixie afew months ago. Her first choice wasMorgan & Morgan; however, after theinterview with them they decided not to take the case. My perception was that it was not a big enough case for them. I knew that she deserved to be compensated for her injuries, and I had mad faith in Winters & Yonker from using them in the past. They not only took the case but settled it in record time. Thanks Winters and Yonker, and I like to send a special thank you to Christopher Smith, who was never to busy when I needed answers. I would recommend your law firm to anyone. I found you to be ethical, professional, and respectful to my family, but most of all you will fight for the little guy. Much love and respect. God bless you all and your families👏👏👏👏
Reuben Rodriques
Reuben Rodriques
1686354543
Other said it couldn't be done called your law firm and immediately you got on it impressive shocking furthermore you showed integrity did what you had to do though you didn't have to do it and I was shockingly pleased thank you you surprised me had I to choose any other law firm I would not hesitate to call you or share my experience with my friends thank you once again from me and my family amen
Hameed Owens
Hameed Owens
1684355539
PATRICK IS THE GOAT 🐐 I WAS INJURED ON A PROPERTY THAT CLAIM THEY DIDN'T COVER MY INJURY PATRICK SAID BE PATIENT & LET HIM WORK!:& HE DEFINITELY DID JUST THAT!!!: HE CHANGED MY LIFE 🐐💯
Enrique
Enrique
1684002987
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