Chicago Spinal Injury Attorneys
Representing Victims of Spinal Cord Injuries Throughout Illinois
Spinal cord injuries are often devastating, with significant and lifelong effects. Because the spinal cord carries messages between the brain and the rest of the body, spinal cord injuries may result in paralysis or loss of bodily functions. At Cogan & Power, we understand that spinal cord injuries often dramatically alter the lives of the victim and those who care for him or her.
Our lawyers are committed to making the process of legal recovery as supportive and successful as possible. The Chicago spinal injury attorneys at Cogan & Power, P.C. focus on helping the victims of spinal cord injuries and other catastrophic personal injuries, such as amputations and head injuries, recover the compensation they need and deserve.
If you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, contact us online to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with one of our skilled Chicago personal injury attorneys.
The dedicated and committed personal injury attorneys at Cogan & Power take a collaborative, compassionate approach to legal representation. Not only do we advise our clients of their legal rights and assist them with their legal claims, but we also help them manage any employment-related consequences of the accident, and invest ourselves in their comprehensive recovery and overall well-being.
We understand this it is often difficult for injured clients to travel, so we frequently meet with clients in their homes, and each client has a one-on-one relationship and direct communication with the partner handling the case.
Substantial Spinal Cord Injury Settlements and Verdicts
As experienced personal injury attorneys, we will efficiently and effectively analyze your case, manage legal issues that arise, and vigorously advocate on your behalf in both settlement negotiations and a court of law.
We have a proven track record of success, having obtained a number of multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients, including $11.4 million for the surviving family of a man who died as a result of injuries sustained during a cervical cord fusion surgery and over $5 million for a man who suffered exacerbated back injuries following a fusion surgery.
Spinal Cord Injuries
The spinal cord carries messages between the brain and the rest of the body. When the spinal cord is injured, paralysis can result. The severity of a spinal cord injury will depend on the location of the injury.
The higher the spinal injury, the more of the body will be affected. An injury to the middle or lower spine often affects the legs, but an injury to the upper spine can result in quadriplegia, paralyzing the arms and legs.
There are two types of spinal cord injuries: complete and incomplete spinal injuries. Complete spinal injuries involve a complete loss of sensation and movement (paralysis) below the site of the injury, whereas incomplete spinal injuries may still allow for some function below the site of the injury.
Spinal cord injuries can also result in a number of other medical conditions, including:
- Chronic pain
- Muscle spasms
- Sexual dysfunction
- Bladder infections
- Lung infections
- And bed sores
Hear From Our Happy Clients
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"Beyond thankful for what your firm has done for us"My family is so thankful for all of the hard work that attorneys John Power, Tom Murphy and James Edwards, who along with the support of Greg Marshall and Nancy O’Donnell have done for us.- Mark
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"Excellent Attorneys and even better Humans!"John Power and Tom Murphy are excellent attorneys and even better human beings. Both were there every step of the way guiding us through a very difficult and traumatic process. The hard work and dedication of John, Tom, and the entire Cogan and Power team, make it easier for us to heal and hope for better days. We are forever grateful for the outcome.- Anita Davis
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"The outcome of my case has forever changed my life. Sara is a smiling face that has a lioness’s toughness that works hard for her clients!"Sara Davis truly made my traumatic experience so much easier to deal with. She communicated with me throughout my case to ensure I was up to speed and provided me the next steps to come. Sara was extremely personable, informative and well prepared! She never made me feel as if she was too busy to answer my calls. The outcome of my case has forever changed my life. Sara is a smiling face that has a lioness’s toughness that works hard for her clients! Thanks Sara and team for enhancing my life with the outcome of my case!- Lakitsha L.
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"Great communication, quick responses, informed every step of the way. 10/10."
Great communication, quick responses, informed every step of the way. 10/10.
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"I had highly recommend Sara Davis and Cogan and Power. Sara goes over and beyond for her clients."I had highly recommend Sara Davis and Cogan and Power. Sara goes over and beyond for her clients.- Adrian P.
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"Best lawyers. They really look out for you and your family."Best lawyers. They really look out for you and your family.- Marty J.
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"I cannot recommend Cogan and Power highly enough."Cogan and Power is without parallel. I cannot recommend Cogan and Power highly enough.- Laura T.
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"I can not speak highly enough"
I can not speak highly enough for the experience I have received from Cogan & Power Attorneys at Law. I was introduced to John Power through a mural friend. I was impressed from the very first phone call with John Power to us meeting through the pandemic. His professionalism and his medical knowledge is unbelievable… I have to say from that day moving forward John Power, Sara Davis and Kim Stefanek all put me at ease. My cases lasted just about 3 years and I was notified every step of the way on what was going forward and keeping me in the loop. John and Sara made sure that I was ready and comfortable for my Deposition, they made sure every stone was unturned! Kim Stefanek is one of their paralegals and she is awesome. I can go and I highly recommend Cogan & Power for your legal issues. John Power & Sara Davis are amazing attorneys and exceptional, caring, compassionate people!!
- Beatrice H.
What Sets Us Apart From The Rest?
Cogan & Power is here to help you get the results you need with a team you can trust.
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Collaborative Approach to Legal Representation
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Invested in Your Overall Well-Being
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If You Can't Come to Us, We Will Come To You
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You'll Communicate Directly With Our Partners
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Record-Setting Achievements Recovering Millions for Our Clients
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Nearly 200 Years of Combined Experience