Standing Up for Victims of Severe Spinal Damage
A spinal cord injury can instantly alter every part of your life. These injuries often cause chronic pain, limited mobility, paralysis, and a lifetime of medical care needs. Whether caused by a car crash, 18-wheeler accident, fall, or workplace incident, spine injuries demand aggressive legal representation and substantial compensation to secure the victim’s future.
At McAlpine Law, we know what’s at stake. We work with top medical specialists, rehabilitation experts, and life care planners to build a case that fully reflects the physical, emotional, and financial toll of your injury — and to fight for the resources you’ll need for the rest of your life.
Why Choose McAlpine Law for Your Spine Injury Case?
Board-Certified Trial Lawyer
Kiernan McAlpine’s credentials send a clear message to insurers: we are ready to take your case to trial for the full recovery you deserve.
Experience in Catastrophic Injury Claims
We’ve handled cases involving fractured vertebrae, herniated discs, nerve damage, and complete or partial paralysis.
Access to Leading Medical Experts
Our network includes neurosurgeons, orthopedic specialists, and rehabilitation experts who can testify to the severity and long-term impact of your injury.
Trial-Ready Strategy
Insurance companies know we prepare every case as if it will go to court — giving us maximum leverage in settlement negotiations.
No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing upfront; we are paid only if we secure compensation for you.
Common Causes of Spine Injuries
Motor Vehicle Accidents
High-speed collisions, rollovers, and rear-end impacts can cause severe spinal trauma.
Falls from Heights
Workplace falls from scaffolding, ladders, or elevated platforms often result in spinal damage.
Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents
Even ground-level falls can cause significant back and neck injuries.
Workplace & Industrial Accidents
Heavy machinery accidents, falling objects, or crushing incidents.
Sports & Recreational Injuries
Contact sports, diving accidents, and other high-impact activities.
Damages We Pursue in Spine Injury Cases
- Medical Costs — Emergency treatment, surgeries, rehabilitation, and lifelong medical care.
- Lost Wages & Earning Capacity — Income lost during recovery and diminished ability to work in the future.
- Pain & Suffering — Chronic pain, loss of mobility, and diminished quality of life.
- Home & Vehicle Modifications — Wheelchair ramps, lifts, and accessible transportation.
- Emotional Distress — Depression, anxiety, and the mental toll of living with a spinal injury.
- Punitive Damages — For cases involving gross negligence or willful misconduct.
Our Process
- Free Consultation — We listen to your story and explain your legal options.
- Expert Medical Evaluation — Partnering with spinal injury specialists to document the full extent of your injury.
- Evidence Gathering — Accident reports, witness statements, and expert reconstruction of the incident.
- Settlement Negotiation — Demanding a fair and full settlement from the insurer.
- Trial if Necessary — Presenting a compelling case to a jury when insurers refuse to be fair.
Spine Injury FAQ
A back injury may involve muscles, ligaments, or discs, while a spinal cord injury affects the nerves and can cause partial or total paralysis.
Yes. Even non-paralyzing spinal injuries can cause lifelong pain and loss of function.
Immediately — prompt diagnosis and treatment can make a critical difference in your recovery and your legal claim.
Through medical imaging, expert testimony, and life care planning that projects future needs and costs.
Nothing upfront — we work on contingency and only get paid if we win.
Suffered a spinal injury in Houston? Call McAlpine Law today for a free, confidential consultation — we are Fighting for Maximum Recovery for victims of catastrophic injuries.