Understanding Paralysis from Car Accidents and Your Rights in Massachusetts

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June 17, 2024
Understanding Paralysis from Car Accidents and Your Rights in Massachusetts
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Car accidents can drastically alter lives in an instant, particularly when they result in paralysis due to another party's negligence. Such injuries can be devastating, leaving victims and their families with many questions about the future and their rights to compensation. Regardless of whether the paralysis is localized, partial, or complete, you have the right to pursue a car accident claim for your injuries.

At Peck Trial Attorneys, we are dedicated to supporting victims of paralysis injuries. Led by John Peck, our team possesses deep knowledge of Massachusetts personal injury law and is committed to managing every detail of your case so you can focus on recovery. With Peck Trial Attorneys by your side, you gain a partner who will tirelessly advocate for your rights throughout the legal process. Contact us at 857-557-7325 or visit our Boston office at 77 Franklin Street, Fourth Floor, to schedule a free consultation.

Types of Paralysis Resulting from Car Accidents

Car accidents can cause various types of paralysis, each with different implications for the victim’s life:

  • Localized Paralysis: Affects a specific part of the body. This paralysis may be temporary or permanent, depending on the severity of the injury.
  • Partial Paralysis: Often affecting arms and legs, partial paralysis involves an incomplete loss of muscle function.
  • Generalized Paralysis: This term encompasses extensive paralysis, such as paraplegia, which affects the body from the waist down, or hemiplegia, paralysis on one side of the body.
  • Complete Paralysis: Represents a total loss of muscle function and sensation below the site of the injury, resulting in no mobility or sensation in the affected areas.

Our team at Peck Trial Attorneys understands the unique challenges that come with each type of paralysis and is prepared to fight for the compensation you require for your specific circumstances.

Your Right to Compensation After a Paralysis Injury

The impact of a paralysis injury is profound, often necessitating extensive medical treatment and significant lifestyle adjustments. These changes can bring about considerable financial strain due to ongoing medical costs and lost income, especially if you are unable to return to work. Pursuing compensation is not only necessary but justified.

Peck Trial Attorneys can help you recover damages for:

  • Current and future medical expenses
  • Lost wages and potential future earnings
  • Significant scarring or disability
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Emotional distress
  • Pain and suffering

Our legal team will thoroughly assess both your immediate and long-term needs to ensure we are fighting for the full compensation you deserve.

Consult with a Seasoned Car Accident Attorney at Peck Trial Attorneys

If you or a loved one has been paralyzed due to a car accident, it's crucial to have a committed legal advocate by your side. At Peck Trial Attorneys, we bring over a century of combined experience to our clients' cases, providing personalized and aggressive representation aimed at securing the best possible outcomes.

For a complimentary consultation with John Peck or another esteemed member of our legal team, call us at 857-557-7325 or visit our office at 77 Franklin Street, Fourth Floor, Boston, MA 02110. Let Peck Trial Attorneys be your advocate in navigating the complexities of your paralysis claim and help move your life forward after an accident.