San Antonio Paralysis, Quadriplegia And Paraplegia Lawyers
Whether you or your loved one is dealing with paralysis, quadriplegia or paraplegia caused by a spinal cord injury, it is important to work with skilled attorneys. Because these claims are difficult to prove, not every situation qualifies, but an experienced lawyer can help determine if you have a viable claim.
Based in Austin, Winckler, Harvey & McConnell, LLP, focuses on serving individuals and families in San Antonio, Texas, facing the devastating impacts of spinal cord injuries caused by medical malpractice. We bring decades of trial experience and an unwavering commitment to securing justice for our clients.
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How Can Medical Malpractice Lead To Paralysis, Quadriplegia And Paraplegia?
Medical malpractice can occur when a doctor, nurse or hospital fails to meet the accepted standard of care, leading to severe spinal injury. Some common causes include:
- Surgical errors near the spine
- Failure to diagnose or treat spinal cord compression
- Mismanagement of anesthesia
- Delay in treating infections that reach the spine
- Mishandling of patients during hospital transfers
Each of these mistakes can lead to irreversible damage, resulting in paraplegia, quadriplegia or other forms of paralysis.
What Are Symptoms Of A Spinal Cord Injury?
Symptoms vary depending on the location and severity of the injury. Watch for signs such as:
- Sudden loss of movement or sensation
- Difficulty breathing
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
- Severe pain or pressure in the neck, head or back
- Numbness or tingling in hands, fingers, feet or toes
If these symptoms follow a medical procedure or hospital stay, speak with a San Antonio medical malpractice lawyer right away.
Why Hire A San Antonio Spinal Cord Injury Attorney From Winckler, Harvey & McConnell, LLP?
Under Winckler, Harvey & McConnell, LLP, several things distinguish us:
- Named to the Best Law Firms list since 2010 by Woodward White
- Sean A. McConnell has been recognized in Texas Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars since 2020
- Jay Harvey and Jay Winckler are board-certified in personal injury trial law
- Jay Harvey has been included in Best Lawyers since 2006
- All three attorneys hold AV peer-review ratings through Martindale-Hubbell*
- Active leadership in the Texas Trial Lawyers Association
- Kim Ohrn graduated in top 10% of her law school class and has spent a decade handling complex personal injury cases.
We bring focused attention, thorough investigation and trial-tested skill to every case.
Schedule A Free Consultation In San Antonio
If you or someone you love has suffered paralysis due to medical malpractice in San Antonio, our spinal cord injury attorneys at Winckler, Harvey & McConnell, LLP, are ready to hear your story.
Call us at 877-716-1404 or contact us online today to schedule a free consultation.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.