Quick answer: A spinal cord injury can mean permanent paralysis and a lifetime of medical care — among the most serious and expensive injuries there are. If someone else’s negligence caused it, you generally have two years in Texas to pursue full compensation. The Law Offices of John David Hart — board certified in Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law, Fort Worth office serving all of Texas — handles catastrophic spinal cord and paralysis cases on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis. Call 817-870-2102.
Spinal cord injuries we handle
- Complete and incomplete paralysis (paraplegia, quadriplegia/tetraplegia)
- Herniated discs and vertebral fractures requiring surgery
- Nerve damage causing permanent loss of function
How they happen
Truck and car crashes, motorcycle accidents, oilfield and industrial falls, defective products, and unsafe premises. These injuries demand a lawyer who can prove the full lifetime cost — surgery, rehabilitation, assistive equipment, home modification, in-home care, and lost earning capacity.
Texas law you should know
- Deadline: generally two years from the injury.
- Comparative fault: recovery possible if you are not more than 50% at fault, reduced by your share.
- Damages: past and future medical care, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and exemplary damages for gross negligence.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file in Texas?
Generally two years from the date of injury.
What is a spinal cord injury case worth?
It depends on the severity and lifetime care needs; these are among the highest-value injury cases. We work with medical and economic experts to prove the full amount.
What does it cost to hire you?
Nothing up front — no fee unless we win, free consultation.
Talk to a Texas spinal cord injury lawyer
Free consultation. No fee unless we win. Call 817-870-2102 or 817-870-2102.
Related: Catastrophic Personal Injury · Traumatic Brain Injury
