{"id":8903,"date":"2026-07-25T08:25:45","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T08:25:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/miami-catastrophic-back-neck-injury-attorney\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T00:48:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T00:48:36","slug":"miami-catastrophic-back-neck-injury-attorney","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/miami-catastrophic-back-neck-injury-attorney\/","title":{"rendered":"Miami Back and Neck Injury Attorney | CHG Lawyers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Person using a wheelchair looking forward with quiet resolve after a catastrophic spinal injury.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/person-using-a-wheelchair-looking-forward-with-quiet-resolve-photo-95.png\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\"\/><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\">Miami Catastrophic Back &amp; Neck Injury Attorney<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">When a Back or Neck Injury Changes Your Life for Good<\/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);\">A spinal cord injury, paralysis, or a fracture that requires fusion can affect everything you do. CHG Personal Injury Lawyers helps Miami victims and families pursue accountability and the resources needed for the road ahead.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/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=\"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\">Why Families Turn to CHG<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns 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=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Licensed<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Florida Bar\u2013admitted attorneys<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Nationwide<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We accept catastrophic-injury cases across the U.S.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Bilingual<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Support and resources in English &amp; Spanish<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">No Fee<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Upfront to start your evaluation<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published July 25, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Miami Catastrophic Back and Neck Injury Attorney<\/h2>\n<p>A Miami back and neck injury attorney at CHG Personal Injury Lawyers helps people with a permanent, life-altering spinal injury. We help you seek money for your care and losses. We focus on catastrophic cases \u2014 not routine strains or minor claims. We start with a free case evaluation.<\/p>\n<p>Did a serious crash, fall, or attack hurt your spine? You may face surgery, <a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/paralysis\/\">paralysis<\/a>, or a lifetime of care. This page explains what these claims involve. It also shows how the process works and what to expect. We serve Miami and clients nationwide, in English and Spanish.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request your free case evaluation<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/young-adult-in-a-wheelchair-working-with-a-physical-therapis-photo-102.jpg\" alt=\"Young adult in a wheelchair working with a physical therapist in a spinal-cord-injury rehabilitation gym.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Catastrophic vs. Routine: Why the Difference Decides Everything<\/h2>\n<p>Many law firm pages treat every back problem the same. A sore neck, a strained muscle, a herniated disc \u2014 all the same. They do this because minor claims are common and settle fast. We do the opposite.<\/p>\n<p>The difference is not just about degree. It changes the medicine, the money, and the legal work needed.<\/p>\n<p>A <strong>catastrophic<\/strong> back or neck injury causes permanent loss of function. It usually damages the spinal cord itself. It can also harm the bones and nerves that protect it. This includes broken or dislocated vertebrae, burst fractures, an unstable spine, or a disc pressing on the spinal cord.<\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/spinal-cord-injury\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20377890\">Mayo Clinic<\/a>, a spinal cord injury can cause loss of movement and feeling. It can also cause loss of bladder and bowel control and trouble breathing. These problems do not fully heal.<\/p>\n<p>Some injuries usually improve with time and basic care. These include a whiplash strain, a soft-tissue injury, or a simple herniated disc that does not press on the cord or nerves. <strong>We do not handle those claims here.<\/strong> They deserve attention. But they do not need the surgeons, life-care planners, and economists that a permanent spinal injury does.<\/p>\n<p>Has your doctor used words like <em>complete or incomplete injury<\/em>, <em>cord compression<\/em>, <em>fusion<\/em>, <em>paraplegia<\/em>, or <em>quadriplegia<\/em>? Has a doctor told you the damage is permanent? If so, your case is catastrophic. That is the work we do.<\/p>\n<p>CHG is a Florida-based firm of licensed attorneys admitted to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridabar.org\/public\/consumer\/\">The Florida Bar<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Who This Service Is For<\/h2>\n<p>This service is for people in the Miami area \u2014 or visitors hurt here \u2014 with a diagnosed severe spinal cord, back, or neck injury. It is also for families of someone now paralyzed, permanently disabled, or who died from a catastrophic spinal injury.<\/p>\n<p>Talking to us may help if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You were hurt in a truck crash, another high-force wreck, a serious fall, or an attack on someone else&#8217;s property.<\/li>\n<li>A doctor told you the damage is permanent, or that you&#8217;ll need surgery such as a spinal fusion.<\/li>\n<li>Your family member has paraplegia or quadriplegia after an accident.<\/li>\n<li>You aren&#8217;t sure your injury &#8220;counts&#8221; as catastrophic. A diagnosis of permanent impairment is a key sign \u2014 so ask us.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Types of Catastrophic Back and Neck Injuries We Handle<\/h2>\n<p>We handle severe spinal injuries that cause permanent loss of function, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Spinal cord injuries<\/strong> causing paraplegia (loss of use of the legs) or quadriplegia (loss of use of the arms and legs), whether complete or incomplete.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cervical (neck) fractures and dislocations<\/strong> that affect movement, breathing, or hand and arm use.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thoracic and lumbar (back) fractures<\/strong>, including burst fractures and unstable spines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Severe disc injuries<\/strong> that press on the cord or nerve roots and need surgery, hardware, or fusion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nerve damage<\/strong> causing chronic pain, loss of bladder or bowel control, or permanent weakness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Doctors classify spinal cord injuries using the <a href=\"https:\/\/asia-spinalinjury.org\/international-standards-neurological-classification-sci-isncsci\/\">ASIA Impairment Scale<\/a>. It grades an injury from A (complete) through E. It is part of the International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury (ISNCSCI).<\/p>\n<p>That grade is important evidence. It shows how serious and lasting the harm is. We build cases around it. See our resources on <a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injuries\/\">spinal cord injuries<\/a> and <a href=\"\/resources\/paralysis-paraplegia-quadriplegia\/\">paralysis<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>How These Injuries Happen \u2014 and Who May Be Responsible<\/h2>\n<p>Catastrophic spine injuries usually come from high-force events. More than one party may share fault. Vehicle crashes and falls are among the leading causes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/spinal-cord-injury\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20377890\">Mayo Clinic reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Common causes we see include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Truck and large-vehicle crashes<\/strong> on I-95, the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826), Florida&#8217;s Turnpike, and busy Miami streets. A loaded tractor-trailer can weigh 20 to 30 times more than a car. That force hits the spine hard. See our <a href=\"\/resources\/truck-accidents\/\">truck accident<\/a> resource.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other severe wrecks<\/strong> and serious falls that jolt or crush the spine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other accidents and medical negligence<\/strong> that cause or worsen permanent spinal damage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Were you attacked on someone else&#8217;s property?<\/h3>\n<p>Read this part carefully. Most people don&#8217;t know it is a legal claim at all.<\/p>\n<p>Suppose you were <strong>assaulted, shot, robbed, or sexually assaulted<\/strong>. Maybe it happened in the parking lot of a Miami apartment complex. Or in a hotel hallway, a parking garage, a nightclub, a gas station, or at an ATM.<\/p>\n<p>It feels like only the attacker is to blame. But maybe the property owner knew the area was dangerous. And maybe the owner still failed to provide reasonable security \u2014 a working gate or lock, good lighting, working cameras, or guards. If so, the owner may share legal responsibility for what happened to you.<\/p>\n<p>The law has a name for this: <strong>negligent security<\/strong>. It is a type of premises-liability claim. That means a claim against a property owner. You don&#8217;t need to know the term to have a valid case. What matters is whether the owner ignored a danger they could have seen coming. Learn more on our negligent security page.<\/p>\n<p>We investigate to find everyone responsible \u2014 drivers, trucking companies, property owners, security contractors, or others.<\/p>\n<h2>What Compensation May Be Available<\/h2>\n<p>Compensation depends on the facts of your case. No lawyer can promise an amount or a result. The categories that <strong>may<\/strong> apply include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical care<\/strong>, past and future: surgery, hospital stays, rehabilitation, and assistive devices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifelong needs<\/strong>: wheelchairs, home health aides, therapy, and an accessible home or vehicle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost income<\/strong> and <strong>lost future earning capacity<\/strong> (money you can no longer earn).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain, suffering, and reduced quality of life.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful death damages<\/strong> for families when a catastrophic injury is fatal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nscisc.uab.edu\/\">National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC)<\/a>, first-year costs after a spinal cord injury can top a million dollars, depending on severity. Large costs then return every year after that.<\/p>\n<p>Because of numbers like these, we routinely work with a <strong>life-care planner<\/strong> and an <strong>economist<\/strong>. These experts document the true lifetime cost of care, rather than guessing at it.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Works<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free case evaluation.<\/strong> We listen and explain your options in plain language \u2014 no cost, no obligation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> We gather medical records, crash or incident reports, and scene evidence. For attacks, we request the property&#8217;s past crime history and security records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Building the claim.<\/strong> We work with medical, engineering, and life-care experts to document your permanent losses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand and negotiation.<\/strong> We present the case to insurers and defendants and push for a fair result.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Litigation if needed.<\/strong> If no fair offer comes, we prepare each case to be trial-ready.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Timeline:<\/strong> catastrophic cases often take longer. We must document your full future impact before we can value the claim responsibly. We keep you informed throughout.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> we work on a contingency fee. You typically pay no attorney fee unless there is a recovery.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to a Miami catastrophic injury lawyer today<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Why Choose CHG Personal Injury Lawyers in Miami<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Focused practice.<\/strong> We concentrate on catastrophic, permanent injuries \u2014 not high-volume minor claims. This shapes how we build every case.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Licensed attorneys<\/strong> admitted to The Florida Bar, serving Miami and clients nationwide.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Genuinely bilingual service.<\/strong> We handle catastrophic-injury cases in English and Spanish. Spanish-speaking families in Miami can understand every document, medical detail, and decision \u2014 not just leave a message with an operator.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resources<\/strong> to fund the investigation and expert testimony that complex spinal cases demand.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Straight talk.<\/strong> We won&#8217;t promise a result or call ourselves &#8220;the best.&#8221; We&#8217;ll tell you honestly what we see.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do I know if my back or neck injury is catastrophic?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s likely catastrophic if a doctor says the damage is permanent. Examples include a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or a fracture that needs fusion. If your injury is a soft-tissue strain or a simple herniation, it probably isn&#8217;t. We&#8217;ll tell you so.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much does it cost to hire you?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The case evaluation is free. We work on a contingency fee. So you typically pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file a claim in Florida?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most negligence claims that arose on or after March 24, 2023 have a two-year deadline under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>. Contact us promptly so you don&#8217;t miss it.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the injury was partly my fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may still recover. Florida uses modified comparative negligence. But a person found more than 50% at fault generally recovers nothing under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7768.81<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I sue a property owner if I was attacked on their property?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may have a negligent security claim. This applies if the owner failed to provide reasonable security and that failure helped cause your injury.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/neurosurgeon-reviewing-a-cervical-spine-mri-showing-a-spinal-photo-2.png\" alt=\"Neurosurgeon reviewing a cervical-spine MRI showing a spinal cord injury.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk to a Miami Catastrophic Back and Neck Injury Attorney<\/h2>\n<p>A serious spinal injury affects your body, your income, and your family&#8217;s future. A Miami back and neck injury attorney at CHG can explain your options in a free, confidential case evaluation \u2014 no obligation, and no attorney fee unless you recover.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>We also help clients across the state. Explore our resources on catastrophic back and neck injuries, <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injury-claims\/\">catastrophic injury claims<\/a>, and <a href=\"\/resources\/traumatic-brain-injuries\/\">traumatic brain injuries<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.<\/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\">Serious Back and Neck Injuries We Handle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns 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--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spinal Cord Injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Damage to the spinal cord that can cause loss of movement, sensation, or function below the level of injury.<\/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\">Paralysis (Paraplegia &amp; Quadriplegia)<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Permanent loss of mobility that requires lifelong care, adaptive equipment, and home changes.<\/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--info\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fractures Requiring Fusion<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Broken vertebrae severe enough to need surgical fusion or hardware, not a simple strain.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns 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--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Injuries From Serious Accidents<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Catastrophic back and neck harm caused by truck crashes and other high-force collisions.<\/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=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Is Your Injury Actually Catastrophic?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a doctor tells you the damage is permanent \u2014 a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or a fracture that needs fusion \u2014 it likely is. If it&#x27;s a soft-tissue strain or a simple herniation, it probably isn&#x27;t, and we&#x27;ll tell you so honestly.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Ask Us About Your Injury<\/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\">How the Process Works<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns 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\">1. Free Case Evaluation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell us what happened. We review your situation and medical picture at no upfront cost and explain your options in plain language.<\/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\">2. We Investigate<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We gather medical records, accident evidence, and expert input to understand how the injury occurred and who may be responsible.<\/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\">3. We Pursue Your Claim<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We handle the insurers and legal steps so you can focus on recovery and rehabilitation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-secondary-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=\"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\">Talk to a Miami Catastrophic Injury Attorney Today<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/\">Catastrophic Back and Neck Injuries: Your Rights After a Life-Altering Spinal Injury<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/tetraplegia\/\">Tetraplegia<\/a><\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Miami back and neck injury attorney at CHG handles catastrophic spinal cases. Free case evaluation, no fee unless you recover. 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