Jackson Back & Spine Injury Lawyer
The activities you do at work can cause you a lot of pain. Those who bend and lift often are prone to back and spine injuries. Even being stationary at your desk can cause you to sprain your spine. Musculoskeletal problems are common, affecting more than one million workers every year.
A spinal injury can range from a minor lumbar strain in the lower spine to irreversible damage to the spinal cord. The muscles and tissues of the lower spine become inflamed when they are stressed or injured. This then often leads to pain and muscle spasms.
A more severe spinal injury can cause damage to the spinal cord or its end nerves. This often occurs due to a direct hit or cut to the spine.
These injuries can cause severe pain and time off work. Get compensated for your damages with help from the Jackson back & spine injury lawyer at Lunsford Baskin & Priebe, PLLC. We’ll hold your employer or other parties liable for your injuries.
Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries
Most spinal cord injuries are caused by one of these four events:
- Car accidents (40.4%). Car accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries in those under the age of 65. Crashes at high speeds are even more likely to cause catastrophic injuries to the back and spine.
- Falls (27.9%). Among the elderly, unintentional falls are the leading cause of spinal injuries. Falling down stairs or falling from a building are common causes of falls.
- Violence (15%). Gunshot wounds, stabbings, or blows to the back by a hard object (such as a baseball bat) can cause serious injuries to the spine.
- Sports accidents (8%). Many spine injuries are also caused by participation in sports, particularly full-contact sports like football.
Back and spine injuries in the workplace are often caused by:
- While your spine can move in various directions, it cannot repeat the same pattern without strain and pain.
- Regularly lifting large objects in the wrong posture can exert too much pressure on your back. This can cause excessive stress on muscles and nerves, resulting in muscle sprain and lumbar spine injuries.
- Inactivity can be just as bad as activity when it comes to back and spine injuries. Sitting or standing for most of the day can result in chronic back pain. Staying in the same position all day can lead to weakness in the spine.
- Even if your work does not involve lifting, you could still suffer a back or spine injury by slipping or falling.
Contact Lunsford Baskin & Priebe, PLLC Today
Back and spine injuries are serious issues that can make it hard for you to focus on your work. You may be unable to perform work duties or even walk without significant pain.
Make sure you are compensated for your injuries. The Jackson back & spine injury lawyer at Lunsford, Baskin, & Priebe, PLLC can help you with your claim. To schedule a consultation with our office, fill out the online form or call (601) 488-3975.
