A spinal cord injury can cause life-altering impairment and may require lifelong care. Because the full impact is often difficult to assess early on, it’s important to speak with a trusted personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. At Campisi LLP, we understand the medical and legal challenges ahead and treat every client with respect, empathy, and unwavering advocacy.
Contact us today for your free, no-obligation consultation. Let’s talk about what matters most: your recovery, your rights, and your future.
Campisi LLP was established by Joseph Campisi, a law professor at Osgoode Hall with a PhD in insurance law. Our carefully selected team brings exceptional legal talent and a genuine commitment to putting clients first, ensuring compassionate and effective representation.
When crisis strikes, you need more than legal expertise. Campisi’s spinal cord injury lawyers will stand by your side with integrity, sensitivity, and an unwavering commitment to justice.
Spinal Cord Injury Canada defines a spinal cord injury as: “any sustained damage to the spinal cord, or the nerves at the end of the spinal canal.” The organization further explains that such an injury can permanently affect various functions, including mobility, strength, and sensations. It also explains the levels of injury:
Various complications may also arise from spinal cord injuries—such as nerve pain, spinal shock, pressure sores, and sepsis—and effects are often permanent.
At Campisi LLP, we understand that a spinal cord injury can have devastating effects and change your life, likely forever. Considering the pain, loss of mobility, rehabilitation and mounting costs, recovery can seem daunting and out of reach. We know how quickly costs can begin to spiral out of control, and we will help you work with your healthcare team, employer and insurer so that you have all the benefits you need to plan for the present and the future.
Campisi’s spinal cord injury lawyers handle all aspects of your legal claim and insurance matters, allowing you the space to focus on your recovery and adapting to your changed life circumstances. Specific examples of help include:
We conduct a thorough investigation, collecting all evidence, interviewing witnesses, and uncovering every detail to build a strong case.
In Ontario, the classification of a spinal cord injury as catastrophic is crucial in personal injury matters. The catastrophic impairment category opens the door to up to $1,000,000 in combined medical, rehabilitation, and care costs, with attendant care support reaching $6,000 monthly. We work closely with medical professionals to determine if your injury qualifies and have deep knowledge of relevant laws and processes, such as the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).
Through clear communication and constant updates, we empower you to make the decisions you feel are in your best interests. From the initial consultations to the resolution of your case, we’re always by your side.
Insurance claims can involve lengthy negotiations and lots of paperwork. We’ll take care of all insurance matters so you can prioritize your well-being while protecting your rights.
Here at Campisi, our spinal cord injury lawyers are thorough in accurately assessing the compensation you deserve. We consult with economists and other experts to make sure sums reflect your ongoing needs. Compensation may include aspects such as (but not limited to):
Although compensation depends on the specific circumstances of the case, spinal cord injury claims can result in very large awards because of the potential for all areas of your life to be impacted permanently. As a result, we ensure the defendant pays damages for potential difficulties that may not arise until years after the injury was sustained.
Our team painstakingly ensures that your claim reflects the true nature of your condition and situation.
The most important thing following any injury is to ensure your health and safety; obtain immediate medical attention and follow all advice given by your clinical team.
As soon as possible after the incident, note down important details, such as:
If possible, photograph the scene. Start keeping a journal, documenting your pain and distress. Get in touch with a reputable spinal cord injury lawyer in Toronto.
If the incident involved a motor vehicle (even if you were a cyclist or pedestrian), these timelines apply:
For accidents in the workplace, follow these deadlines:
For general tort claims involving the municipality, you must provide written notice of a claim to the government agency within ten days of the accident.
For all personal injury lawsuits, you must start court proceedings within two years of the accident or within two years of becoming aware of the injury (if this occurred later). That said, minors have a longer limitation period, with the two-year countdown starting on their 18th birthday.
A 2023 study, published in Frontiers Neurology, found almost 1,200 hospital admissions for spinal cord injuries across Canada in 2019. Around 10% of patients passed away while in hospital, with 1,076 people eventually discharged. The study also estimated the number of Canadians with spinal cord injuries at 30,239, with an almost even split of those with paraplegia (52%) and those with tetraplegia (48%).
However, an earlier study from 2012 estimated the number of people with spinal cord injuries throughout Canada at 85,556, suggesting that the prevalence may be higher. Based on this higher figure combined with national population statistics, a 2019 study estimated the number of spinal cord injury sufferers at 32,500 in Ontario alone. The same study puts the lifetime economic burden of such injury at between $1.5 million and $3 million per person.
In the previous year, a study published in the Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine put the average net lifetime cost of spinal cord injury at $336,000 per person in Ontario; this figure was based on the perspective of the province’s publicly funded health care system. Researchers found that most costs occurred in the year immediately following the injury. People with spinal cord damage typically have higher hospital costs and require more medical care than members of the general population.
Campisi LLP is proud to have a 97% client satisfaction rate due to our dedication to those we help and our intense attention to detail. We understand how devastating car accidents can be—and we’re committed to helping our clients recover physically, emotionally, and financially.
When you work with Campisi, you benefit from:
Led by insurance law professor Joseph Campisi, our team has nearly five decades of collective personal injury law experience.
We provide legal services in more than 20 languages, ensuring that every client feels heard, supported, and understood.
Your recovery is our priority. We handle the legal burden so you can focus on your health and well-being.
We’ve secured life-changing outcomes for our clients, including recent settlements of $7.6 million and $2.5 million for motor vehicle accident victims.
Whether you’re recovering from whiplash or facing long-term disability, we approach every case with the same level of care, determination, and legal precision.
We'll thoroughly evaluate your accident claim, determine its strength, and clearly explain your legal rights and potential compensation options.
You'll receive a detailed roadmap of your case timeline, key milestones, and our proven approach to maximize your settlement or court award.
You'll leave with actionable advice and clear direction, whether we can take your case or not.
Available seven days a week. We’ll meet you wherever works best: in person, online, or by phone.
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