Suffering a back or neck injury can change your life in an instant. Whether you were hurt in a car crash on the Strip or a slip and fall at a local business, the pain can be overwhelming. You might be worried about paying medical bills or missing time at work. If you are dealing with this, you need a Las Vegas spine injury lawyer who understands what you are going through.

At The Super Lawyer, we fight for victims who have suffered serious spinal trauma. We know that insurance companies often try to pay as little as possible. Our goal is to help you file a personal injury claim to get the money you need to recover. We handle the legal stress so you can focus on healing.

Common Causes of Spine Injuries in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is a busy city, and accidents happen every day. While every case is unique, we often see spinal injuries resulting from specific types of incidents. Proving negligence is key to winning your case, and we know how to investigate these accidents thoroughly.

Car and Truck Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of spinal damage. The force of a collision can easily damage the delicate structures of your back and neck. This is true for high-speed highway crashes and even low-speed rear-end collisions. Truck accidents, in particular, often result in severe spinal cord injury due to the size and weight of the vehicle.

Slip and Fall Incidents

Property owners in Nevada have a duty to keep their spaces safe. If you slipped on a wet floor in a casino, hotel, or grocery store, the fall could cause serious damage to your vertebrae. These cases often involve complex liability laws, but we can help you determine if the property owner is at fault.

Types of Spinal Injuries We Handle

The spine is complex. Injuries can range from soft tissue damage to permanent paralysis. We have experience representing clients with a wide variety of medical diagnoses.

Herniated Discs and Spinal Cord Damage

A herniated disc (sometimes called a slipped or ruptured disc) occurs when the soft center of a spinal disc pushes out through a crack in the tougher exterior casing. This can irritate nearby nerves and cause pain, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg. Similarly, a bulging disc can cause chronic pain that limits your ability to work.

In more severe cases, victims suffer direct spinal cord injury. This can lead to partial or total paralysis, requiring lifetime medical care. We also handle cases involving whiplash, which is common in car accidents, and scoliosis aggravation, where an accident makes a pre-existing condition much worse.

Nevada Statute of Limitations for Spine Injury Claims

It is critical to act fast. Under the Nevada statute of limitations, you generally have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, the court will likely dismiss your case, and you will lose your right to compensation.

There are some exceptions, but waiting is rarely a good idea. Evidence disappears, and witnesses forget details. Contacting a lawyer immediately ensures your rights are protected from day one.

Compensation You May Recover

When someone else causes your injury, you shouldn’t have to pay for the consequences. We fight to recover different types of damages for our clients.

Medical Bills and Lost Wages

Spine injuries are expensive. You may be entitled to economic damages, which cover your financial losses. This includes:

• Emergency room visits and hospital stays
• Surgeries and rehabilitation
• Physical therapy and chiropractic care
• Lost wages if you cannot work while recovering
• Future loss of earning capacity if you cannot return to your old job

We also fight for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering. This compensates you for the physical pain and emotional distress caused by the accident.

Why Hire a Las Vegas Spine Injury Lawyer

Insurance companies have teams of lawyers working to protect their profits. You deserve to have a team fighting for you, too. A specialized lawyer understands the medical complexity of spine injuries. We know the difference between a simple strain and a life-altering condition.

We can also help navigate complex insurance issues. While Nevada is an at-fault state, you may have “MedPay” (similar to no-fault insurance benefits) that can help with immediate bills. Additionally, if your injury happened on the job, we can guide you through the intersection of personal injury and workers’ compensation claims. In rare cases involving surgical errors during treatment, we can also look into medical malpractice.

What to Expect in Your Case

When you hire The Super Lawyer, we start by gathering evidence. We look at police reports, medical records, and witness statements. We may work with medical experts to prove the severity of your injury.

Most cases are settled out of court through negotiation. However, if the insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement, we are prepared to take your case to trial. We will keep you informed every step of the way so you never feel left in the dark.