Indianapolis construction workers who have been injured on a job site can put their trust in Golitko & Daly. Our lawyers fight diligently for our clients every step of the way. We strive to ensure that the legal system works for the victims of negligence rather than business interests.
Lawsuits for injuries sustained in construction accidents help improve workplace safety conditions and ensure other construction workers will not face similar hardships. Nerve injuries are among the more serious kinds of injuries that may be sustained.
About Nerve Damage
Nerve damage refers to any injury experienced by the nerve fibers in a person’s body. Pinched, severed, or otherwise damaged nerves can lead to problems with sensation and strength in the limbs, and a host of other issues.
Classifications of Nerve Damage
There are three classifications of nerve damage. From least severe to most severe, they are as follows:
- Neurapraxia is often related to nerve compression and the loss of blood supply to the nerves. The least severe kind of nerve damage, neurapraxia has a good recovery rate, and generally takes 3 to 4 weeks.
- Axonotmesis is more severe nerve damage that has affected the nerve body but leaves the connective tissue intact. Recovery is likely, though not always complete, and can take up to 1 year.
- Neurotmesis is extreme nerve damage that affects the nerve body and all connective tissue. Recovery prospects for neurotmesis are poor. Its sufferers often have an increased risk of developing a neuroma, or nerve tumor.
Causes of Nerve Damage at a Construction Site
Any kind of severe injury that occurs at a construction site can result in potential nerve damage. Severe falls, crushed limbs, vehicle accidents, electrocutions, lacerations, and so forth can all cause nerve damage. The more severe the injury, the more likely a person is to experience nerve damage of some form.
How Nerve Damage Can Affect the Rest of Your Life
Nerve damage can lead to problems with sensation in the affected part of the body and the extremities. Severe nerve damage can impact your ability to perform certain tasks, and might even mean the end of your career.
Serious nerve damage requires major medical care to treat the injury and rehabilitate the affected part of the body. Treatment and recovery can take months and even years.
Assessing Potential Negligence at Your Workplace
If you have nerve damage as a result of a construction accident, we can discuss these matters with you in greater detail during a legal consultation. We will assess the evidence and determine whether the accident was caused by negligence.
Our Attorneys Will Fight for You
The legal process can be difficult to navigate. Having skilled attorneys on your side who are familiar with construction accident litigation is crucial for a successful resolution of your case. We fight diligently for all of our clients, providing expert legal counsel at all times.
Speak with Our Construction Accident Attorneys
For more information about your legal rights following a serious accident at a worksite, contact our construction accident and workplace injury center today. The legal team here at Golitko & Daly will fight diligently for you and your loved ones every step of the way.