Suffered a back injury due to someone else’s negligence in Myrtle Beach? J.R. Battle Law Firm fights to get you the compensation you deserve. Free consultation, no fees unless we win.
Back injuries vary in severity and type, but they all deserve careful legal attention. Our back injury lawyers can assist you with common injuries like these:
Herniated or bulging discs are commonly caused by sudden impact in a car or trucking accident, especially when rear ended. Even though they are common car accident injuries, they are unfortunately one of the most frequently disputed injuries in personal injury cases. This is because symptoms can be delayed leading insurance companies to claim your herniated disc was caused by something else, which is exactly why having legal representation early matters.
Spinal cord injuries are grave injuries from high-impact accidents like trucking collisions, serious boating accidents, and severe car crashes. Depending on degree of damage, a spinal cord injury can leave you immobile and with partial or complete loss of sensation. This type of injury can require lifelong care and needs to be adequately accounted for in your claim.
Compression fractures are common in rear-end collisions or falls from a height. Like herniated discs, symptoms are not always immediate or obvious which can affect how insurance companies handle your injury claim. It is important to contact a personal injury attorney even if you only assume minor injuries. You could face symptoms later tied to the accident or fall that insurers will try to attribute to an unrelated issue.
These types of injuries occur with almost every type of accident, car crashes, slip and falls, workplace incidents and more. While they are common, the challenge is they can be hard to diagnose. If they do not appear on X-rays or MRIs, insurers can claim you actually were not injured, when in fact muscle injuries can affect your ability to work and function.
Nerve injuries and sciatica are common after car accidents or accidents that put pressure on your spine. Any spinal injuries, including nerve damage, can become a chronic health issue that can permanently affect your quality of life and earning capacity. A personal injury attorney will ensure your back injury, including sciatica, is accounted for in your claim.
Our back injury lawyers can help you recover more than just medical bills.
A back injury claim can include compensation for all accident-related medical costs, emergency room treatment, hospitalization, surgery, prescription medication, and any specialist care your injuries require. Critically, it can also include the cost of future treatment. Back injuries often require ongoing care long after the initial incident, and a settlement that only covers current bills may leave you responsible for significant expenses down the road. An experienced attorney will make sure future medical needs are accounted for before you agree to anything.
If your back injury has kept you out of work, you may be entitled to compensation for every day of income you have lost. But the impact of a serious back injury often goes beyond missed time. If your injury prevents you from returning to the same role, performing the same physical tasks, or working at the same capacity as before, you may also have a claim for reduced earning capacity. This accounts for the long-term financial impact your injury has on your career and livelihood.
Beyond the economic losses, South Carolina law allows injury victims to seek compensation for non-economic damages, the physical pain, emotional distress, anxiety, and diminished quality of life that come with a serious back injury. These damages are real even when they don’t show up on a medical bill, and they can represent a significant portion of a back injury settlement.
Recovery from a back injury frequently requires ongoing physical therapy, occupational therapy, or rehabilitation, sometimes for months or years. These costs add up quickly and should be included in your claim, both for treatment you have already undergone and for future sessions your doctor recommends.
If your back injury is severe enough that you cannot return to work at all, you may be entitled to compensation for long-term disability. This provides ongoing financial support to help cover your living expenses and medical needs when your injuries have permanently affected your ability to earn.
Our back injury lawyers have decades of experience helping people who have suffered serious injuries in Horry County.
Our law firm was founded by James Battle after spending 20 years practicing law as a prosecutor and private attorney. We grew up in the area, giving us unique insight into how the local system works. This allows us to offer the legal advice you can depend on.
We understand how difficult it can be to undertake a claim against auto insurance companies, and we’re here to help. We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you so, don’t wait to reach out. Contact our car accident lawyers for a free case evaluation
We conduct detailed investigations into auto accidents, gathering evidence such as police reports, witness statements, accident reconstruction, and medical records.
Our team works with experts in accident reconstruction, medical professionals, and economists to assess the full extent of our clients’ injuries and losses.
We handle negotiations with insurance companies on behalf of our clients, aiming to secure fair settlements that cover medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering.
If necessary, we are prepared to take cases to court to pursue maximum compensation for our clients. We are experienced trial attorneys ready to advocate for your rights in the courtroom.
If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, don’t hesitate to seek legal representation. Contact the J.R. Battle Law Firm for a confidential consultation to discuss your case and explore your legal options.