Las Vegas, NV personal injury attorney Keith E. Galliher talks about his experience handling spinal cord injury cases. He remarks that spinal cord injuries vary widely, typically affecting the neck or back—the primary areas of the spinal cord that sustain injury. He explains that pre-existing conditions are an important consideration. For example, older individuals often have degenerative spinal conditions that may not be symptomatic. However, if an accident triggers those conditions and they become painful or symptomatic, the person responsible for the crash is accountable for all resulting consequences.

He highlights that if the injury leads to spinal pathology, such as a herniated disc, facet joint issues, or osteopathic complications requiring surgery, the defendant is responsible for the full scope of damages. This includes the cost of surgery, rehabilitation, and any future medical procedures. All of these expenses are considered recoverable damages in spinal cord injury cases.