New Mexico Car Crash May Lead to Spinal Cord Injury

If you or a loved one has been involved in a New Mexico car crash, you probably already know that small scale accidents known as fender benders may cause whiplash or might not lead to any injuries; whereas, high impact accidents can cause severe injuries or even death.

One of the most common types of serious injuries that occur from severe car accidents in New Mexico is spinal cord injury. Even though it is a common injury, it is very severe and may cause a victim a lifetime of pain and suffering. Victims of a New Mexico truck crash, motorcycle accident, and car accident are the majority of people affected by this injury. Spinal cord injury can occur from:

• Vehicle rollover (SUVs have the highest tendency)
• Seatbelt failure
• Suspension defect
• Collapsed roof
• Tire tread separation
• Seat back collapse

Typically, sport utility vehicles generally have a higher risk for a rollover than passenger vehicles; although, rollovers in automobiles still take place from time to time. When a rollover occurs and the roof caves in, there is a tendency for occupants’ heads, necks, and spines to be crushed. The severity of the injury will depend on the location of the impact on the body.

If the victim’s legs and chest are injured, it could lead to paraplegia, and if the neck is injured it could result in quadriplegia. Spinal cord injuries in New Mexico are categorized into complete and incomplete injuries. An incomplete spinal cord injury will leave the victim with some functionality. With a complete injury, the victim will most likely be physically impaired or paralyzed for life. There are different degrees of severity within the two groups, but it is likely that a victim with an incomplete spinal cord injury will make a partial or full recovery.

The people who do not make a full recover generally loose sensation to parts of their bodies. They might not be able to move their limbs, walk or stand. Often times, spinal cord injury can cause chronic pain and lead to a lifetime of medical treatment.

There are many survivors of severe car accidents in New Mexico. If you are left with a serious injury following an Albuquerque car crash, you may be eligible for compensation for your medical bills, rehabilitation, hospital bills, and lost income. Injuries from a car accident can alter your way of life. Contact an experienced New Mexico personal injury lawyer today to see if you are entitled to financial compensation for injuries you sustained.


At the Albuquerque law office of Keller & Keller, we understand what you need in order to deal with your injuries. We will fight for you and explain each step along the way. Call today, (505) 938-2300 for a free legal consultation.

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