Types of Injuries

There are many types of injuries that a person might experience as the result of an accident or in any situation that has been caused by another's negligence or intentional wrongdoing. At The Olsinski Law Firm, PLLC we represent clients throughout Cabarrus County, North Carolina who have suffered minor to serious injuries and are seeking legal counsel in order to hold the responsible parties accountable for their actions. We have offices in Concord and Charlotte and can represent clients throughout the surrounding areas.

In the following, you will find helpful information regarding some of the types of injuries our firm can address on your behalf. In addition to reviewing the information below, we welcome you to call our firm for a free, confidential review of your case.

Broken Bones
There are a number of different scenarios that can cause an adult or a child to suffer from one or more broken bones. A car accident, slip and fall or even a dog bite could cause bone fractures or serious crushing injuries that require immediate medical attention and extensive treatment.

Burn Injuries
A severe burn is not only a serious injury, but is extremely painful. The risk of infection, scarring and disfigurement can be high, and if the underlying nerve and muscle tissue is damaged, a victim can lose feeling or motor control of the affected body part. The catastrophic nature of this type of injury makes involving an attorney all the more important.

Catastrophic Injuries
A catastrophic injury can be described as any injury that requires extensive and expensive medical treatment, particularly a life-threatening injury. Some examples include severe burns, spinal cord injuries, head trauma and brain injuries.

Soft Tissue Injuries
Soft tissue injuries, which are injuries to ligaments, tendons and muscles, have the potential to be extremely painful. They can take time to heal, and a victim might require physical therapy to regain full motor function and strength. Some examples of soft tissue injuries include whiplash, sprains, strains, bruises and abrasions.

Spinal Cord Injuries
The spinal cord plays a crucial role in the body, carrying information to and from the brain. If the spinal cord is stretched, twisted or severed, these messages can be interrupted or stopped completely. The result might be partial or total paralysis of a part or all of the body.

Traumatic Brain Injuries
A traumatic brain injury can be defined as an injury to the brain that results from trauma. A direct blow to the head, or a blow to the body that causes the brain to collide with the skull, could cause a traumatic brain injury that leaves a victim suffering from memory loss, loss of cognitive skills, or other forms of brain damage.

Wrongful Death
In some cases, the injury that a victim experiences will be so severe that it will lead to a loss of life. In fatal accidents, the spouse, children or other dependents of the deceased might be able to take legal action on their loved one's behalf. A wrongful death claim could give the family the opportunity to seek justice and hold the responsible party accountable for what they have done.

Help Clients Obtain Compensation

If you would like to learn more about our firm and the services we can provide to you and your family in your time of need, take advantage of our free initial consultation. This will be your opportunity to get helpful insight so you can make the right choices about your injury claim. We represent clients throughout Harrisburg, Concord, Midland, Kannapolis and the surrounding areas in Cabarrus County. Contact our firm as soon as possible so we can start helping you with your claim.