Motorcycle riders are highly susceptible to neck and back injuries if they are involved in a motorcycle accident or collision. A serious back or spinal cord injury may leave you unable to work for a long time, perhaps forever. Without a steady source of income, you may be worried about how to pay your monthly bills in addition to medical expenses and rehabilitation, while still supporting the needs of your family.
I am Mississauga personal injury lawyer Tim Leigh-Bell, and I have more than 30 years of experience representing accident victims and their families throughout Ontario. Together with my legal team, I can help you recover compensation benefits to which you are entitled for your medical expenses and financial losses following a serious injury resulting from a motorcycle accident.
Compensation Benefits Following a Serious Back or Spinal Injury
When your spinal cord is damaged, it can leave you unable to perform even simple tasks. Depending on the severity of the damage, you may experience partial or complete paralysis, which may or may not be treatable with surgery or therapy. Common spinal cord injuries include:
- Paraplegia, or paralysis in two limbs of the body
- Quadriplegia, or total paralysis
- Pain, muscle weakness or loss of sensation or control in the arms, legs and hands
- Chronic pain
I will protect your rights and maximize your settlement to include compensation for all the short- and long-term expenses you may require, including:
- Initial medical expenses
- Lost income
- Loss of ability and loss of opportunity
- Rehabilitative equipment and mobility aids such as wheelchairs or modified cars
- Home attendant care, if necessary
- Home modification
- Occupational therapy and vocational counselling
Most insurance companies provide benefits for these needs. Some, however, may stop paying for them after a certain period of time, even if you have not yet fully recovered. My team and I work to ensure you meet with the right professionals for follow-up care to help you achieve maximum recovery.
Did You or a Family Member Suffer a Serious Back Injury? Toronto-Area Lawyer Tim Leigh-Bell Can Help
I focus on trying to meet both your immediate and future needs by offering straightforward advice and dedicated service. If you or a family member has suffered a spinal cord injury, contact me, Mississauga lawyer Tim Leigh-Bell, at 289-652-1611 or toll free at 1-800-626-7041 today to schedule a free initial consultation. I represent clients in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and throughout Ontario.
