Category: Injuries

I am so sorry to hear about your spinal cord accident. Damage to the spinal cord can result in a devastating injury. If you suffered damage to your spinal cord because of another party’s negligence, you need to speak to a personal injury attorney to help recover compensation for your injuries. It’s possible you may be faced with huge medical bills over your lifetime, and it’s much easier to pursue a legal case sooner rather than later.

You are not alone. There are tens of thousands of people in the U.S. with spinal cord injuries, and there are over 10,000 new cases every year. Unfortunately, less than one percent of spinal cord injury victims ever fully recover. The biggest factor in determining how successful your recover will be is where the damage to the spinal cord is. Generally, the closer the injury is to the brain, the more serious it is.

Many spinal cord injury victims have medical bills over their lifetime that can total millions of dollars. In addition to the financial toll, many of those individuals have an inability to work and may face very serious physical and emotional pain. Although money cannot take that pain away, it can help victims to get the medical care and therapy they may need, as well as any vocational training that could help put them back to work.

If you or a loved one has sustained a spinal cord in an automobile accident, because of medical malpractice, or due to another cause, you should speak with an attorney. If you are in the Los Angeles area, call me, Conal Doyle, southern California spinal cord injury attorney at 310-385-0567. My legal team can help. Call us today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

I’m sorry to hear about your accident. Legally, employers have a duty to provide their employees with safe work environments. As you can imagine, industrial type workplaces have a higher rate of injury for their workers than other types of workplaces. If you have been involved in an industrial accident in Los Angeles, you deserve to be fairly compensated for your financial damages as well as for the loss of quality of life.

Accidents in industrial workplaces can be more serious than accidents in other types of workplaces. For example, an explosion can kill or injure dozens of workers or more in a single accident. In workplace industrial accidents, it’s critical to know whether or not the employer was complying with OSHA safety standards when the workplace accident occurred. Some common OSHA violations include poor electrical designs, failures in communicating, failing to provide appropriate respiratory protection, and machines that were not properly guarded.

If you have been injured in an industrial accident, it’s important that you speak with an experienced attorney. It’s likely that you may have severe injuries, and a variety of expenses, including medical expenses. You may be unable to work and bills could be piling up. An attorney can help investigate your job-related accident. Experts may get involved to help you create a winning case.

Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles workplace accident attorney at 310-385-0567 if you have been injured in an accident. My legal team can help you obtain compensation for your injuries. Call us today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

If you have had a degloving injury, you may be able to sue a responsible party, as long as someone else was responsible for your injuries. Degloving injuries are where the skin and tissue of the hand (or a limb) are torn off, as if the skin is a glove that is removed. Degloving injuries can be extraordinarily painful.

Degloving accidents normally occur in a few ways. They may occur in an automobile accident, in which a vehicle runs over the hand or a limb. Industrial accidents are also commonly responsible for degloving accidents. In an industrial accident, the hand may be caught in a machine, which can lead to a degloving injury. Finally, a ring may be caught on an object.

Degloving accidents can be successfully treated. Normally, the biggest concern is covering the wound. Normally this is done with skin from the hand, if still available, and if not, it is often done using a skin graft. For some people, amputation makes more sense. They may not want to undergo multiple procedures, particularly if a non-vital finger is involved.

If you have suffered from a degloving injury, you may be entitled to some legal compensation. However, you must be able to prove that another party’s negligence caused your injury. Some examples would be an equipment manufacturer that manufactured defective equipment or a driver who negligently caused an accident.

Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney, if you have suffered a degloving accident. My team can help. Call us today at 310-385-0567 to learn more or to schedule a free consultation.

Soft tissue injuries are generally less serious than other types of injuries that can occur in a car accident, but still should be taken seriously. They can cause a great deal of pain, as well as time off work and medical expenses.

Soft tissue injuries normally involve the ligaments, tendons, and muscles in the body. Some common types of soft tissue injuries include strains, sprains, contusions, tendonitis, whiplash, and bursitis. Many people who have a soft tissue injury in an accident never seek medical attention and simply decide to live with the pain. However, soft tissue injuries can require medical treatment and lost wages. If not treated, they may become worse over time, and the injured person may be forced to pay the expenses if he or she did not initially make a claim for the injury.

Unfortunately, it’s very common for insurance companies to downplay the importance of a soft tissue injury. Because they can be difficult to diagnose in some cases, insurance adjusters may accuse the accident victim of faking the injury. They may ignore the realities of soft tissue injuries, which are they can be very painful and can require medical attention in order to maximize recovery.

If you have suffered from a soft tissue injury, do not ignore it and assume that there’s nothing you can do. Seek medical treatment and speak with an attorney. If you ignore it, it could be permanent and could worsen over time. If you’re in Los Angeles, call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles automobile accident attorney at 310-385-0567. I can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation.

There are few conditions more painful that reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD). I am sorry to hear about your condition. RSD is a chronic pain condition that typically affects the arms or the legs. There are a number of symptoms of RSD, including burning or aching pain, sensitive skin, swelling and stiffness, and changes in the skin, such as changes in color, temperature, and texture.

RSD is frequently the result of a traumatic injury. The injury can be minor or could be very severe. The causes of RSD are not completely understood. Some experts believe that the trauma causes an irritation of nervous system tissues, which can cause nerve impulses.

In many cases, RSD begins with swelling, redness, changes in skin temperature, and hypersensitivity. Many patients become worse over time, and the symptoms may increase or worsen. The symptoms of RSD vary a lot based on the individual.

RSD can be hard to definitively diagnose, and there is no cure for RSD. Instead, medical providers normally try to treat the symptoms of the disease. In order for treatment to be most effective, the patient must start treatment soon after the trauma. If RSD is not treated immediately and is allowed to get worse, it can become irreversible.

Sadly, RSD victims are often accused of lying about RSD. Since RSD can be hard to diagnose, many defendants claim that it does not exist at all. Once the condition can be proven, the burden is still on the accident victim to prove what caused it. Although it can be difficult to pursue an RSD case, victims must take action if they have developed RSD because of another person’s actions.

If you have been injured and developed RSD, call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney, at 310-385-0567. I can help. If your condition was caused by the negligence of another party, you may have legal options. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

You may be able to sue the dog’s owner for your nerve damage. It depends on the situation, as well as whether the dog owner has sufficient assets to pay for your damages. You should consider speaking with an attorney about your injuries.

Dog bites can cause very serious nerve damage. There are a lot of dog owners that do not take the responsibilities of dog ownership very seriously. Owning a dog means taking the necessary precautions to protect others, particularly if the dog has ever shown a propensity to bite or attack. It is critical that dog owners in Los Angeles be very cautious when taking their dogs out in public, especially if the dog has ever given any signs that it could attack.

In many dog bite cases, the victims suffer only lacerations. Those lacerations can cause serious scars, and can also cause infections. Scars may need surgery to remove, and can cause emotional pain for the victim. Nerve damage may also be a consequence of a dog bite. Nerve damage can result in the victims losing sensation in some parts of their bodies. They can also be left with impaired movement. It’s possible to surgically repair the nerves, but the nerves may also be permanently damaged.

Dog attacks can be very serious and can cause massive damages, particularly to children. In some cases, the dog owners or another party can be held legally liable. Victims may be able to recover for their pain and suffering, lost wages, medical expenses, disfigurement, and more.
If you have been the victim of a serious dog bite in Los Angeles, call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney, at 310-385-0567. My team can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

If you have suffered an eye injury, you may have lost your vision either permanently or temporarily. The vision loss may be either partial or total. Losing vision can be a very scary experience, even if the vision loss is only a partial vision loss. Fortunately, there may be treatments available that can help.

If you have suffered an accident that caused a vision loss, you may be able to sue the responsible party for your injuries. Many eye accidents occur at work – you may have had an accident involving machinery, construction equipment, or chemicals. In most cases, if you suffer an injury on the job, you are limited to recovering for your damages under the workers’ compensation system. Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that must be carried by most employers, and it compensates employees for any on-the-job injuries they may suffer.

In most cases, workers’ compensation will pay for medical expenses, a portion of lost wages, and permanent disability. However, normally you cannot sue your employer if you are eligible for workers’ compensation. You may be able to recover against another party that caused your injuries, though.

There are many other causes of eye injuries. You may have had an automobile accident or a motorcycle accident, or suffered the injury in a sporting event. In that case, you should be able to sue the responsible party. However, they will need to have sufficient assets or insurance to cover your damages to justify a lawsuit. You also must be able to prove that the party is the cause of your injuries.

Eye injuries can be a very significant type of personal injury case. There are not only physical and medical issues, there are many emotional issues surrounding eye injuries and the loss of vision and/or disfigurement. If you have suffered an eye injury, call me, Los Angeles personal injury attorney Conal Doyle at 310-385-0567. My team can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

Los Angeles is a massive transportation hub for large trucks. There is a huge population in southern California, and many interstate miles. Many large trucks come through Los Angeles, and must be loaded or unloaded at some point.

Loading docks can be very dangerous. Employees who work on loading docks are at a high risk for injuries. Some of those injuries may be minor and may heal quickly, but in other cases the employee may be permanently disabled.

Docks can be very dangerous places for several reasons. Docks are typically elevated and have a lot of trucks leaving and arriving. There is often a lot of heavy equipment in warehouses, and they can be very busy and loud. The most common accidents involving loading docks are slips and falls, exposure to deadly chemicals, injuries caused by heavy lifting, and accidents caused by forklifts.

Injured workers may be able to seek workers’ compensation from their employers or may be able to sue a third party for their injuries. Employers have a duty to provide a safe work environment for their employees. They must have good safety gear, the necessary training and equipment, as OSHA requires. Workers’ compensation normally provides money for medical expenses, a portion of lost wages, and can provide money for a worker who is permanently disabled.

If you have been injured on a loading dock, it is time to speak with an attorney. An attorney can help protect your legal rights. Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles workplace injury attorney, at 310-385-0567. We can help. Call us today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

I’m sorry to hear about your child’s accident. In general, a child and/or his or her parents or guardian can receive compensation for any expenses related to the injury, as well as for his or her injuries. “Injuries” includes physical, mental, emotional, and other forms of harm the child suffered.

Generally, the parents or guardians sue the wrongdoer on behalf of the children. In some cases another family member or unrelated individual may sue. In many cases, the parents can also receive compensation as a result of the accident. Normally, the parents will ask for compensation for all of the ways in which the injury impacted the child’s life, including a loss of self-esteem, physical and emotional pain, and more, in addition to compensation for past and future medical expenses.

To recover for your child’s personal injuries, normally you must prove that a person acted wrongfully, and that his or her actions caused the injuries. If the accident is an automobile accident case, normally you would show that the driver was driving negligently (not using reasonable care behind the wheel). In a medical malpractice case, you would prove that the healthcare provider failed to provide reasonable care to your child.

An attorney can help with child injury cases. An attorney can allow you to focus on your child and his or her recovery while the attorney pursues the case for you. It’s important that you reach out to an attorney soon after the accident occurs. There are statutes of limitation and other deadlines in place, and a case is normally easier to pursue the more quickly it is brought.

If your child was injured in Los Angeles, call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney, at 310-385-0567. I can help. Call my team today to learn more or to schedule your free consultation.

That sounds like a terrible accident. Losing your vision can be very scary and life-altering. In some cases, there may be a medical treatment that can help. Therapy can also help people function without vision and even live full, active lives.

Your legal options after an accident depend on the facts of the accident. If you were responsible for the accident, it’s unlikely you will be able to recover any compensation. If another party was responsible, you may be able to recover compensation for your pain and suffering, medical expenses, lost wages, and more.

There are several types of accidents and injuries that may cause vision loss or blindness. If there is a direct injury to the optic nerve, that can cause vision loss. Any head injuries or traumatic brain injuries can also cause vision loss. In some cases, being exposed to certain types of chemicals can damage the vision. The earlier you can find the underlying cause of the vision loss, the better the odds of having a successful treatment. Surgery can be helpful in some situations. An experimental therapy may also help.

If you have experienced vision loss because of an accident, you know that it can take time to learn to cope with the physical and emotional trauma of the accident. A loss of vision in most cases completely changes a person’s life. They will likely be unable to return to work, and may need training for a new career or some type of disability assistance. The victim also needs to learn how to function without eyesight or with reduced eyesight.

If you or a loved one has lost vision because of an accident in Los Angeles, call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney. My team may be able to help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation at 310-385-0567.