Serious Injury
Spinal Injuries
Personal injury representation for cervical, lumbar, disc, nerve, and serious spinal injuries in Puerto Rico and California.
Neck and back injuries can affect movement, strength, sensation, sleep, work, and ordinary daily tasks. We build spinal-injury claims around reliable evidence of the incident, the diagnosis, the course of care, and the condition's actual functional consequences.
Personal injury representation is available in Puerto Rico. California matters are evaluated case by case; federal-court participation is through pro hac vice admission with local counsel where required. Laws, deadlines, insurance requirements, and available compensation vary by jurisdiction and facts.
Conditions We Evaluate
Spinal claims may involve a range of diagnoses and symptoms.
- Cervical and lumbar injuries
- Disc injuries and herniations
- Nerve involvement or radiating symptoms
- Persistent neck or back pain
- Injuries requiring prolonged rehabilitation
- Serious injuries involving surgical evaluation or surgery
Medical Evidence
Evaluation may include clinical examinations, X-rays, MRI, CT, EMG or nerve-conduction testing, and specialist review when medically appropriate. Medical care is determined by the client and qualified healthcare providers—not by the law firm.
Prior Back or Neck Problems
A pre-existing condition does not necessarily defeat a claim. Prior records and imaging may clarify what existed before, what changed after the incident, and whether the event caused a new injury or aggravated an existing one. Full disclosure strengthens an accurate analysis.
Long-Term Impact
A supported claim may consider medical expenses, future care, work restrictions, reduced earning ability, pain, mobility limits, and other legally recoverable consequences. Availability depends on the facts and jurisdiction.
Explore Related Personal Injury Topics
Talk With Our Team
If you were injured in Puerto Rico or California, contact Vélez Law Group to discuss the circumstances.
Personal injury matters are offered on a contingency-fee basis: no attorney fee is owed unless the firm obtains a recovery. Case costs and expenses are governed by the written representation agreement and may be treated differently.