At Marciano Legal, our primary focus is on the human impact of a ladder accident. A fall from a ladder, regardless of the height, can be a life-altering event. The injuries resulting from these incidents are rarely simple. While some victims may walk away with broken bones or lacerations, many are not as fortunate. The severity of the injury is often dictated by how the person lands and the distance of the fall. In our experience representing victims, we see a consistent pattern of high-impact trauma that affects the body’s most vital systems.
Life-Altering Paralysis
The most devastating outcome of a ladder fall is often damage to the spinal cord. Depending on where the impact occurs, the results can be permanent:
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Paralysis from the Neck Down (Quadriplegia): Damage to the spine can result in the loss of function in all four limbs and the torso. This often necessitates 24-hour nursing care and significant modifications to a victim’s quality of life.
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Paralysis from the Waist Down (Paraplegia): When the impact affects the lower back, it can result in the loss of use of the legs. While victims may retain upper-body strength, the transition to life in a wheelchair involves immense physical and emotional hurdles.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
The “distance of the fall” is a critical factor in ladder cases. When a person falls from a ladder, they often have no way to brace themselves. If the head strikes the ground or a nearby object, the result is often a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
These injuries are particularly complex because they aren’t always visible. A brain injury can cause:
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Cognitive impairment and memory loss.
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Loss of motor skills and coordination.
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Permanent changes in personality or emotional regulation.
Advocacy for the Injured
At Marciano Legal, we understand that an injury affects more than just the victim, it affects their entire family. The medical bills, the cost of home modifications, and the loss of future earnings can be overwhelming.
We specialize in representing clients who are facing these exact challenges. Our goal is to ensure that those responsible for the dangerous conditions or defective products that led to your fall are held fully accountable for the total scope of your injuries.
To learn more about Marciano Legal and our ladder accident attorneys, please feel free to contact us online. You can also dial (215) 515-7743 if you need legal help for a claim of your own in Philadelphia or the surrounding area.
