{"id":2736,"date":"2026-11-01T02:28:49","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T02:28:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/catastrophic-injury-lawyer-free-consultation-albuquerque\/"},"modified":"2026-11-09T16:03:55","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T16:03:55","slug":"catastrophic-injury-lawyer-free-consultation-albuquerque","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/catastrophic-injury-lawyer-free-consultation-albuquerque\/","title":{"rendered":"Catastrophic Injury Lawyers in New Mexico: Free Consultation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-2735\" alt=\"A crushed highway guardrail end on a rural two-lane road, with an engineer in a high-visibility vest scanning it beside orange cones.\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crushed-highway-guardrail-end-on-a-rural-two-lane-road-wit-photo.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crushed-highway-guardrail-end-on-a-rural-two-lane-road-wit-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crushed-highway-guardrail-end-on-a-rural-two-lane-road-wit-photo-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crushed-highway-guardrail-end-on-a-rural-two-lane-road-wit-photo-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crushed-highway-guardrail-end-on-a-rural-two-lane-road-wit-photo-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crushed-highway-guardrail-end-on-a-rural-two-lane-road-wit-photo.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Catastrophic Injury Cases \u00b7 New Mexico<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Catastrophic Injury Lawyers in New Mexico, Starting With a Free Consultation<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">If a serious crash or accident changed your life, El Gringo Law can talk with you about what happened and what your options may be. Our first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Schedule Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Schedule Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Josh Wood \u00b7 Published October 31, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Albuquerque Catastrophic Injury Lawyer: Free Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>A catastrophic injury lawyer helps people whose injuries are so serious that work, health and family life change for the long term. El Gringo Law offers a free, confidential, no-obligation consultation for people hurt in crashes, falls and assaults in New Mexico, including Albuquerque. This page explains what these claims cover and what to expect next.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a crash, fall or assault left you with a spinal cord injury, amputation or severe burn, you may have a claim, and our team can talk it through with you. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-black-accessible-van-with-a-hydraulic-wheelchair-lift-park-photo-1.jpg\" alt=\"A black van with a hydraulic wheelchair lift parked on a city street.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>What Is a Catastrophic Injury Claim and Who Is It For?<\/h2>\n<p>A catastrophic injury claim seeks compensation for harm with lasting, life-changing effects. These injuries often affect how you work, move and care for your family, and many are permanent.<\/p>\n<p>Common examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spinal cord injuries, which can cause paralysis or loss of feeling<\/li>\n<li>Amputations<\/li>\n<li>Severe burn injuries<\/li>\n<li>Traumatic brain injuries (injuries to the brain from a blow or jolt)<\/li>\n<li>Crush and internal injuries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Spinal cord injuries need special attention. The cord is protected by three layers of tissue and cerebrospinal fluid, which cushions it against shock. Injury between C1 and C4 can stop breathing, because those nerves control the diaphragm, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ninds.nih.gov\/health-information\/disorders\/spinal-cord-injury\">NINDS spinal cord injury overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Burns also carry long-term risks. The <a href=\"https:\/\/ameriburn.org\/resources\/burn-incidence-fact-sheet\/\">American Burn Association burn fact sheet<\/a> covers burn incidence, hospitalization and causes.<\/p>\n<p>This page is for injured adults and families facing an injury that changes their future. For background on the category, read our <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/\">New Mexico catastrophic injuries overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>What Situations Lead to Catastrophic Injuries?<\/h2>\n<p>Catastrophic injuries often come from car and truck crashes, unsafe property, inadequate security and sexual assault. Each situation raises different questions about who was responsible.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Car and motorcycle crashes<\/strong> at high speed, with heavy impact or in rollovers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trucking accidents<\/strong>, where commercial vehicle rules and company records can matter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Premises liability<\/strong>, such as a fall from an unsafe structure or a hazard the owner failed to fix.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negligent security<\/strong>, such as an assault at an apartment complex, parking area or hotel where poor protection contributed to harm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sexual assault<\/strong>, which you can discuss with the firm in confidence, on your own terms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In trucking cases, driver records often tell an important story. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-395.8\">49 CFR 395.8<\/a>, a motor carrier subject to the requirements of this part, except a private motor carrier of passengers (nonbusiness), must require each driver it uses to record the driver&#8217;s duty status for each 24-hour period, and each change of duty status must record the name of the city, town, or village, with State abbreviation; where a change occurs at a location other than a city, town, or village, the record shows the highway number and nearest milepost followed by the nearest city, town, or village and State abbreviation, the highway number and service plaza followed by the nearest city, town, or village and State abbreviation, or the highway numbers of the nearest intersecting roadways followed by the nearest city, town, or village and State abbreviation. Early requests for these records help keep evidence intact.<\/p>\n<p>Premises liability cases turn on the facts of each situation and on the evidence. An owner or occupant owes a visitor the duty to exercise ordinary care to keep the premises safe for the visitor&#8217;s use. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmra-unanno\/en\/item\/18483\/index.do\">UJI 13-1318<\/a>, when a case involves a dangerous condition that was open and obvious, the jury is instructed that the owner&#8217;s duty of ordinary care still applies. When the evidence shows that the owner failed to make a reasonable inspection that would have revealed the condition, or that the owner or its employees caused the condition, the instruction treats the owner as having knowledge of that condition.<\/p>\n<h2>What Can a Catastrophic Injury Claim Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>A claim can seek money for medical care, lost income and the daily effects of the injury. The categories below are the ones most often documented in serious cases.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Past and future medical care, including surgery, rehabilitation, medicine and equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Lifelong medical needs and home care, when a doctor documents them.<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages and reduced ability to earn in the future.<\/li>\n<li>Pain, suffering and emotional distress tied to the injury.<\/li>\n<li>Home or vehicle changes, assistive devices and household help the injured person can no longer do alone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Close family members may have their own claim. New Mexico recognizes loss of consortium, which belongs to the family member, not the injured person or the estate, under <a href=\"https:\/\/storage.courtlistener.com\/pdf\/2017\/06\/19\/thompson_v._city_of_albuquerque_1.pdf\">Thompson v. City of Albuquerque<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Your own share of fault does not automatically end a claim. New Mexico follows pure comparative negligence, so a plaintiff is not totally barred from recovery, as <a href=\"https:\/\/static.case.law\/nm\/96\/html\/0682-01.html\">Scott v. Rizzo<\/a> explains. The value of a case depends on your medical records and the evidence.<\/p>\n<h2>How Does the Claim Process Work, Step by Step?<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a free consultation, then moves to evidence, medical records, negotiation and, if needed, a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation.<\/strong> You describe the crash, fall or assault and your injuries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Review.<\/strong> We look at the incident or crash report, photos, witness details and insurance information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence.<\/strong> We request items such as vehicle data, surveillance video and, in trucking cases, driver logs and maintenance records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical records.<\/strong> We gather records and coordinate with treating providers to document the full scope of the injury.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand and negotiation.<\/strong> We present the claim to insurers. If a fair resolution is not reached, the case may move toward a lawsuit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18537\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 37-1-8<\/a>, an action for an injury to the person or reputation of any person must be brought within three years. That section addresses injury to the person or reputation only, and other claims, such as wrongful death or claims against government entities, can have different time limits or notice requirements. The details of your case matter, so early steps should not wait. Catastrophic cases often take longer than minor injury claims, because the full effects of an injury can take months to show.<\/p>\n<h2>What Does the Free Consultation Include?<\/h2>\n<p>The initial consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<p>During the call or meeting, you can describe what happened and how your injuries affect daily life. You can also share any insurance contact you have had and what you hope to achieve. Our team will listen and answer your questions.<\/p>\n<p>Bring what you have, such as medical bills, letters from insurers, photos and the crash or incident report. You don&#8217;t need every document to start. Nothing about the consultation commits you to hire the firm.<\/p>\n<p>Questions about costs are part of this conversation, so ask them at any time.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Work With El Gringo Law?<\/h2>\n<p>El Gringo Law is a New Mexico personal injury firm. Josh Wood is the lawyer responsible for this page, and he is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona.<\/p>\n<p>The firm handles car accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability, negligent security, wrongful death, sexual assault, catastrophic injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations and burn injuries. Clients in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Bernalillo and Sandoval counties, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Taos and Farmington can contact the firm.<\/p>\n<p>Our team includes support staff who help keep you informed. Staff members are not lawyers, and the firm answers for their communications.<\/p>\n<p>The firm does not promise any result. Every case is different; past results do not predict or promise a similar outcome. Any client story shared on this site requires that client&#8217;s informed consent first.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Questions Before You Call<\/h2>\n<p>Most questions come down to cost and paperwork. You can start the conversation even if you don&#8217;t have every document yet.<\/p><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is the consultation really free?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The initial consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a police report to start?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. A report helps, but you can begin the conversation without one.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Should I give a recorded statement to the other driver&#8217;s insurer?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s wise to talk with our team before giving any recorded statement about your injuries or fault.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will I have to go to court?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many claims resolve through negotiation, but some need a lawsuit. Whether yours does depends on the facts.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long will the case take?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Catastrophic cases often take longer, because the full effects of the injury must be documented first.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I still call if I was hurt on someone&#8217;s property or in an assault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The firm handles premises liability, negligent security and sexual assault matters.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-woman-in-a-wheelchair-boards-an-accessibility-van-via-a-li-photo-2.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a wheelchair boarding an accessibility van via a lift, assisted by a driver.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk to Our Team About Your Injury Today<\/h2>\n<p>If a crash, fall or assault left you with a serious injury, you can start a free, confidential consultation now. A spinal cord injury, amputation or severe burn can change your job, mobility and family routines almost overnight.<\/p>\n<p>The sooner the incident is documented and evidence is preserved, the more information you have to review. Reach out through the <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">El Gringo Law contact page<\/a>, where you can call, submit a form or start a chat.<\/p>\n<p>Website: elgringolaw.com. Responsible lawyer: Josh Wood, licensed in New Mexico and Arizona.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>El Gringo Law is a personal injury law firm licensed to practice in New Mexico. The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Contact us directly to discuss the specific facts of your case. El Gringo Law, 1448 Bridge Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105, (505) 207-5000.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How the first consultation works<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--phone\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reach out your way<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call us, send a contact form, or start a chat. You choose how you want to begin.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tell us what happened<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Share the basic facts of your injury, your medical care so far, and any questions you have. You do not need a police report to start the conversation.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confidential and no obligation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is free and confidential. There is no obligation to continue after it.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Talk with a lawyer<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Josh Wood, the lawyer responsible for this page, and the El Gringo Law team will review your situation with you and explain the next steps.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Before you speak with an insurer<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance adjusters may ask for a recorded statement soon after a crash. Before you give one, consider talking with a lawyer. Keep your medical records, photos, and any correspondence in one place.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Talk With Us First<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Talk With Us First<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Catastrophic injury matters we handle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Car and trucking accidents<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serious collisions on New Mexico roads, including crashes involving commercial trucks.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spinal cord injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Injuries that affect movement, sensation, and long-term independence, and that often require ongoing care.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amputations and burn injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Life-changing losses and severe burns that can bring surgery, rehabilitation, and lasting medical needs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Premises liability and negligent security<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serious injuries caused by unsafe property conditions or inadequate security, and wrongful death claims when a loss of life occurs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. 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