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Spinal Cord Injuries

A spinal cord injury can affect far more than physical health. It can reshape a person's independence, daily routines, and plans for the future.
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Overview


A spinal cord injury can affect far more than a person’s physical health. They can be life-changing injuries that impact independence, employment, daily activities, and long-term quality of life. At MacGillis Law Group, we help injured individuals and families across Wisconsin understand their legal options and pursue the resources needed for ongoing care, rehabilitation, and future support. We provide clear guidance, practical answers, and personal support throughout the process so clients can focus on getting back to normal life.

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  • Spinal cord injuries caused by car, truck, and commercial vehicle accidents
  • Spinal cord injuries caused by motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents
  • Spinal cord injuries resulting from workplace and industrial accidents
  • Spinal cord injuries caused by construction site accidents and heavy equipment incidents
  • Spinal cord injuries linked to defective products, machinery failures, and unsafe equipment

How we approach this

What we actually do for you.

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Understand Your Options

Help you understand your legal options while you focus on your recovery.

02

Document the Full Impact

Identify how your injury affects your health, independence, daily activities, and future.

03

Plan for Lifelong Needs

Account for ongoing medical care, rehabilitation, adaptive equipment, and future support.

04

Protect Your Future

Pursue compensation that reflects the full impact of your injury on your life and family.

Common Questions

About Spinal Cord Injuries Cases

What is considered a spinal cord injury?

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A spinal cord injury occurs when damage to the spinal cord affects the body's ability to send and receive signals between the brain and other parts of the body. Depending on the severity of the injury, symptoms can range from chronic pain and weakness to partial or complete paralysis.

What types of spinal cord injuries can result from an accident?

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Spinal cord injuries can range from incomplete spinal cord injuries, where some movement or sensation remains, to complete spinal cord injuries that result in permanent loss of function below the injured area. These injuries may include paraplegia, quadriplegia, nerve damage, spinal fractures, and other traumatic spinal conditions.

Can I recover compensation for future medical care?

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Yes. Because spinal cord injuries often require long-term treatment, rehabilitation, adaptive equipment, home modifications, and ongoing support, future care needs are an important part of many claims.

What if my spinal cord injury prevents me from returning to work?

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Compensation may be available for lost income, reduced earning capacity, and other financial losses caused by the injury. Every case is different, and the long-term impact on employment should be carefully evaluated.

Do I need a lawyer for a spinal cord injury claim?

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Spinal cord injury cases often involve significant medical expenses, future care considerations, and complex damages. An attorney can help ensure the full impact of the injury is properly documented and presented.

How much does it cost to hire MacGillis Law Group?

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There is no cost to speak with us about your case. If we take your case, we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

Get answers about your spinal cord injury claim.

Free consultation. No fees unless we win. Honest answers from a real attorney.

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