Atlanta Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer

Advocacy for Injured Georgians Backed by 40+ Years of Experience

At Gilbert Injury Law, we represent workers whose lives have been permanently changed by catastrophic injuries, including spinal cord trauma sustained on the job. These cases are among the most serious and complex in the field of workers’ compensation law, often involving long-term disability, paralysis, and the need for lifetime medical care. Led by seasoned injury attorney Jeffrey S. Gilbert, we focus our practice on handling these challenging cases. 

Time and again, we’ve secured life-changing outcomes. In fact, Attorney Gilbert and our supporting team have taken on 2,500+ cases and achieved numerous multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts. If you’re looking for a firm you can trust with your spinal cord injury case, reach out to us today. 

Call (762) 300-3530 to request a free consultation with our Atlanta spinal cord injury lawyer. We offer virtual consultations to make starting with us simple, no matter where you are in Georgia.

Spinal Cord Injuries & Georgia’s Catastrophic Injury Laws

Georgia law recognizes that some injuries are so severe that they fundamentally change a person’s life and ability to work. These are classified as catastrophic injuries under Georgia Code § 34-9-200.1 (2024). An injury is considered catastrophic if it prevents the employee from performing their job or another “available in substantial numbers within the national economy.”

Examples of catastrophic injuries include:

• Spinal cord injuries resulting in paraplegia or quadriplegia
• Amputations or loss of limb function
• Severe head or brain injuries
• Third-degree burns covering significant body areas
• Total or industrial blindness

Spinal cord injuries frequently meet the criteria for catastrophic classification due to their profound and permanent impact on mobility and independence. These injuries can result in partial or total paralysis, chronic pain, loss of sensation, and lifelong dependence on medical treatment or assistive devices.

Being designated as catastrophically injured dramatically increases the scope of available benefits. It can mean lifetime income benefits, lifelong medical care, and enhanced rehabilitation and vocational support. Achieving this designation, however, often requires strong medical evidence and persuasive legal advocacy, which is where Gilbert Injury Law excels.

What Compensation Is Available in Spinal Cord Injury Cases?

Workers who suffer spinal cord injuries while performing job duties are generally entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, such as:

• Coverage for all necessary medical care, including surgeries, hospital stays, physical therapy, mobility aids, and adaptive equipment.
• Weekly payments to replace a portion of lost wages while the worker is unable to return to work.
• Compensation for long-term impairment or loss of function.
• Assistance returning to suitable employment when possible.