How much do spinal cord injuries cost each year?
Friday, 30 September 2016
According to a 2009 study, about one out of every 50 people in the U.S. lives with some form of paralysis. Paralysis, which is often caused by spinal cord injuries, is a very serious condition that can range from a single body part to a person’s entire physical form. Over 5.5 million people must cope
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Hope and reassurance for spinal cord injury sufferers
Thursday, 07 July 2016
It probably comes as no surprise to many residents in Delaware that long-term medical care tends to be exorbitantly expensive. Even seeing a doctor for a simple check up can result in a large medical bill; however, for those with injuries to their spinal cord, their financial future can be incredibly uncertain. A skilled spinal
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How do spinal cord injuries impact long-term care?
Friday, 10 June 2016
Communicating with one’s doctor openly and regularly is important for many Delaware residents. This is especially true for accident victims who may have severe afflictions such as spinal cord injuries. In this situation, obtaining a thorough prognosis can offer some peace of mind during a difficult situation. For a person who has suffered a spinal
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Stem cell trials bring hope for spinal cord injury victims
Friday, 11 March 2016
It’s probably not surprising that spinal cord injury tends to be one of the most devastating types of injury a person can experience. This vital area of the body affects so many other parts of a person, and injury to one’s spinal cord can be truly life-altering in countless ways. Many victims of spinal cord
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Assertive representation for back and neck injury victims
Friday, 12 February 2016
Faced with mountains of unexpected medical bills, what is an accident victim to do? In Delaware, the team of attorneys at Murphy & Landon are experienced in obtaining compensation for spinal cord injuries. Getting started is as easy attending a free consultation or simply making a toll-free call to a compassionate staff member. Spinal cord
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Is it possible for a spinal cord injury to be cured?
Friday, 11 December 2015
There are many questions that spinal cord injury victims are likely to have regarding their prognosis. Whether one has a spinal cord injury or has a friend or family member with this type of severe injury, one of the first questions is often, “can this be cured?” A Wilmington personal injury attorney experienced in dealing
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Supporting a loved one’s spinal cord injury rehabilitation
Thursday, 12 November 2015
When a loved one suffers a serious injury, family and friends can face challenges as well. While no one can truly understand what it is like to suffer a spinal cord injury unless they have survived it themselves, family and friends may be going through their own journey of confronting a loved one’s recovery. One
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Spinal cord injuries may be traumatic or non-traumatic
Friday, 04 September 2015
Whenever a Wilmington resident gets into an accident of some sort, the first question many ask is, “is the person okay?” Finding out if an accident victim has serious injuries is one of the most important elements of any post-accident procedure. When these injuries are serious, they often need immediate treatment and may require long-term
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Do spinal cord injury victims always need a wheelchair?
Friday, 24 July 2015
No Delaware resident wants to face the prospect of a devastating injury, but for accident victims there is no choice. Whether one was hurt in a car accident caused by a negligent driver, a workplace accident or a recreational accident, the prospect of a spinal cord injury may be present. One of the primary fears
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What are the top causes of spinal cord injuries in the U.S.?
Tuesday, 21 July 2015
While all injuries can be quite traumatic, spinal cord injuries are particularly hard to deal with since the damage tends to be irreversible. This means that unlike; let’s say a broken leg or a fractured rib, the damage done to the vertebrae, disks or ligaments of the spinal cord will continue to impact one’s life.
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