The Devastating Cost of Spinal Injuries
Spinal cord injuries can cause partial or complete paralysis, requiring extensive medical treatment, home modifications, assistive equipment, and ongoing care. The lifetime cost can reach into the millions, making accurate valuation critical.
Building a Spinal Injury Claim
These cases require detailed medical documentation and expert testimony on the injury's permanence, future care needs, and impact on earning capacity. Securing this evidence early strengthens the claim.
Your Right to Recover in Utah
Under Utah's modified comparative negligence rule (Utah Code § 78B-5-818), you can recover as long as you are less than 50 percent at fault. The statute of limitations is generally four years under Utah Code § 78B-2-307.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Current and future medical care, assistive equipment, home modifications, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering.
Generally four years under Utah Code § 78B-2-307.
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This page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed Utah attorney.