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Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers

An injury to the spinal cord can alter a person’s life forever. Even if the spinal cord injury victim survives and recovers from the initial incident, the person might be left with permanent disabilities that completely upend daily life. Recovery and long-term care for a spinal cord injury can also be incredibly expensive. If someone else’s negligence caused your spinal cord injury, you may be entitled to financial compensation for the harm you’ve suffered and the impact the injury will have on your life moving forward. Our St. Petersburg spinal cord injury lawyers can help you understand your legal rights.
Personal Injury Attorneys McQuaid & Douglas has been fighting for the rights of accident victims for more than 60 years. When you come to our firm for help, you can expect to be treated like a person, not a case number. Our attorneys will take the time to understand your needs and goals.
To learn more about how we can help you demand maximum compensation, contact us for a free case evaluation.
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When Can You File a Personal Injury Claim After a Spinal Cord Injury?
Not every spinal cord injury will qualify for a personal injury claim. However, if you were hurt in an accident caused by another party’s carelessness or recklessness, you might be able to file a personal injury claim to recover financial compensation for your losses. If you’re not sure whether you should pursue a claim, please contact a qualified St. Petersburg spinal cord injury lawyer at Personal Injury Attorneys McQuaid & Douglas. We will review your case for free, and there is no fee unless we recover money for you.
Demanding Full Compensation for a Spinal Cord Injury
If you’ve suffered a spinal cord injury in an accident that was someone else’s fault, you have the right to seek full compensation for the treatment you need and expenses you’ve been forced to cover. Compensation in a spinal cord injury claim could include money for:
- Medical treatment expenses, including hospital and surgery bills, physical therapy, prescription medications, and medical or mobility equipment such as wheelchairs
- Longer-term care costs, such as medical treatments for secondary complications or home health services
- Lost wages, employment benefits, and future earnings
- Physical pain and emotional distress
- Reduced life expectancy
- Lost quality of life
Meet Our Team
Sean K. McQuaid is a winner – his ambition is evident in his professional and personal life. He thrives in leadership positions. He is a leader in everything that he does. From the captain of his Ivy League college baseball team to now presiding as President of the firm and President of the St. Petersburg Bar Association, Sean’s rise to the top reflects his ambition and determination. Sean joined the firm out of law school in 2000, became a shareholder in 2006, became a named partner in 2013, and now runs the firm. His expansive collection of accolades is awe-inspiring; he’s a Martindale Hubbel AV-rated attorney, a Super Lawyer, Legal Elite, received a perfect ranking and client’s choice award from avvo.com, and many more. From the baseball diamond to the courtroom, Sean continues to capture the spotlight with his charisma and confidence. His commitment to success will undeniably serve you and your best interests. Sean McQuaid is determined to win and ensure the best outcome for your case.
Jonathon W. Douglas is uniquely experienced in the art of trial advocacy. He began his work as an Assistant Public Defender for the Sixth Judicial Circuit and then moved on to a high profile firm doing defense work in both State and Federal Courts. He then went on to represent some of the largest insurers in matters ranging from bodily injury to complex insurance litigation. Today, Johnathon has switched sides to care for and fight for victims’ rights. Having such considerable experience from multiple sides, Jonathon knows how the legal system works. He has an advantage with his inside knowledge of insurance companies and their litigation tactics. Jonathon’s courtroom successes and experience make him a dangerous weapon to be used in your favor.
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