{"id":954,"date":"2026-08-13T01:38:55","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T01:38:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-74-180-255.nip.io\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries-miami\/"},"modified":"2026-08-16T21:41:35","modified_gmt":"2026-08-16T21:41:35","slug":"catastrophic-back-neck-injuries-miami","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries-miami\/","title":{"rendered":"Miami Catastrophic Back Injury Lawyer | 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\/08\/person-using-a-wheelchair-looking-forward-with-quiet-resolve-photo-14-3.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-using-a-wheelchair-looking-forward-with-quiet-resolve-photo-14-3-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-using-a-wheelchair-looking-forward-with-quiet-resolve-photo-14-3-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-using-a-wheelchair-looking-forward-with-quiet-resolve-photo-14-3-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-using-a-wheelchair-looking-forward-with-quiet-resolve-photo-14-3-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-using-a-wheelchair-looking-forward-with-quiet-resolve-photo-14-3.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1376px) 100vw, 1376px\"\/><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\">Catastrophic Back Injury \u00b7 Miami, FL<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">When a Back or Neck Injury Changes Your Life Forever<\/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 serious spine injury can mean chronic pain, lost mobility, or <a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/paralysis\/\">paralysis<\/a>. Our Miami attorneys help victims of catastrophic back and neck injuries pursue accountability and the resources they need to move forward.<\/p>\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 Injured 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\">Cases handled 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\">English &amp; Spanish service<\/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--phone chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Free<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Confidential case evaluations<\/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 August 03, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Miami Catastrophic Back and Neck Injury Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>Did a permanent spinal, back, or neck injury change your life? Did one take a loved one? A Miami catastrophic back injury lawyer can help you seek money from the people who caused it. At CHG Personal Injury Lawyers, we focus on severe, life-altering injuries. We do not handle minor strains. We help injured people and grieving families in Miami and across the country.<\/p>\n<p>We know this is a scary time. Medical bills pile up. The future feels uncertain. You may not even know if you have a case. This page answers those questions in plain language. When you&#8217;re ready, your first step is simple and free.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a free, confidential case evaluation<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 in English or Spanish.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-in-a-wheelchair-working-with-a-physical-therapist-in-photo-3-1024x572.png\" alt=\"Person 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\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-in-a-wheelchair-working-with-a-physical-therapist-in-photo-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-in-a-wheelchair-working-with-a-physical-therapist-in-photo-3-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-in-a-wheelchair-working-with-a-physical-therapist-in-photo-3-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-in-a-wheelchair-working-with-a-physical-therapist-in-photo-3-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-in-a-wheelchair-working-with-a-physical-therapist-in-photo-3.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1376px) 100vw, 1376px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid 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;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What Counts as a &#8220;Catastrophic&#8221; Back or Neck Injury?<\/h2>\n<p>A catastrophic back or neck injury is a serious one. It causes permanent harm, lasting loss of function, lifelong medical needs, or death. These are not routine injuries. They change a person&#8217;s whole life.<\/p>\n<p>Our attorneys handle cases like these:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Spinal cord injuries<\/strong> that cause loss of movement, changed feeling, or loss of bowel and bladder control (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/spinal-cord-injury\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20377890\">Mayo Clinic<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Paralysis<\/strong> \u2014 paraplegia (lower body) and quadriplegia (all four limbs)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Broken vertebrae<\/strong> (spine bones) with spinal cord or nerve damage<\/li>\n<li><strong>Severe spinal instability<\/strong> that needs fusion surgery<\/li>\n<li><strong>Herniated or ruptured discs<\/strong> with cord or nerve problems \u2014 not simple back pain<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fatal spinal injuries<\/strong>, where a family can bring a wrongful-death claim<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Doctors call spinal cord injuries &#8220;complete&#8221; or &#8220;incomplete.&#8221; They use a tool called the ASIA Impairment Scale (<a href=\"https:\/\/asia-spinalinjury.org\/international-standards-neurological-classification-sci-isncsci\/\">ASIA\/ISNCSCI<\/a>). This label shows how much function a person loses. It also shows how much lifetime care they will need.<\/p>\n<p>We do <strong>not<\/strong> handle minor strains, whiplash without lasting damage, or simple soft-tissue injuries. Not sure where your injury fits? Ask us. The evaluation is free.<\/p>\n<h2>How These Injuries Happen in Miami<\/h2>\n<p>Most catastrophic spinal injuries in Miami come from high-force events. The cause often shows who is legally responsible. Common causes include car crashes, falls, and acts of violence (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/spinal-cord-injury\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20377890\">Mayo Clinic<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>We see spinal and neck injuries from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Truck and large-vehicle crashes<\/strong> on I-95, the Palmetto Expressway, Florida&#8217;s Turnpike, and busy streets<\/li>\n<li><strong>Serious car and motorcycle crashes<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Falls from height<\/strong> and other severe property accidents<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical mistakes<\/strong> during spinal treatment or surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>When someone is hurt by violence on another&#8217;s property.<\/strong> Say you were attacked, robbed, shot, or sexually assaulted. Maybe it happened at an apartment complex, a parking garage, a hotel, or a store. Did the owner fail to provide basic safety? That means things like working locks and gates, lighting, cameras, or security guards. If so, you may have a claim against that property owner. Lawyers call this <strong>negligent security<\/strong> (unsafe-property liability). You don&#8217;t need to know the legal term to have a case.<\/p>\n<h2>What Our Miami Catastrophic Injury Team Handles for You<\/h2>\n<p>We manage every part of a catastrophic injury claim. That way, you can focus on healing. We build the case, prove your losses, and deal with the insurers. We do far more than file paperwork.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what you get when you work with us:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Full investigation.<\/strong> We save evidence before it disappears \u2014 crash data, truck maintenance and driver logs, security footage, and witness accounts<\/li>\n<li><strong>Finding every at-fault party<\/strong> and all available insurance coverage<\/li>\n<li><strong>Working with your doctors<\/strong> and medical experts to record the injury and your future care needs<\/li>\n<li><strong>Building a life-care plan<\/strong> \u2014 a detailed estimate of lifetime costs like surgery, rehab, equipment, home changes, and in-home care<\/li>\n<li><strong>Working with economists<\/strong> to value lost wages and lost future earnings<\/li>\n<li><strong>Handling all insurer talks<\/strong> and negotiation<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filing and fighting a lawsuit<\/strong> if a fair settlement isn&#8217;t offered<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful-death help<\/strong> for families who lost a loved one<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bilingual service<\/strong> in English and Spanish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Types of Compensation You May Be Able to Recover<\/h2>\n<p>You may be able to recover money you&#8217;ve already lost. You may also recover costs your injury will create for the rest of your life. Every case is different. We never promise an outcome.<\/p>\n<p>Compensation in these cases can include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Past and future medical care and rehabilitation<\/li>\n<li>Long-term and in-home care, assistive devices, and home or vehicle changes<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages and reduced future earnings<\/li>\n<li>Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life<\/li>\n<li>In fatal cases, funeral costs and other losses allowed under Florida&#8217;s Wrongful Death Act<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One caution: Florida uses a &#8220;modified comparative-negligence&#8221; rule. This means fault is shared. A person found more than 50% at fault usually recovers nothing (<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>). That&#8217;s one reason a strong investigation matters so much.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid 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;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How the Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a free talk. It moves forward only with your approval. Here&#8217;s what to expect.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free case evaluation.<\/strong> We listen, review your documents, and explain your options \u2014 no obligation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> We move fast to save evidence. Footage and records can be lost or overwritten.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical records.<\/strong> We work with your doctors and experts to show how severe and permanent the injury is.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Valuing your losses.<\/strong> We add up current bills and lifetime costs. We often use a life-care planner and an economist.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation and lawsuit.<\/strong> We negotiate with insurers. If they won&#8217;t be fair, we file suit and take the case to trial.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Be realistic about time. These cases are complex. They can take many months or longer. Your future medical needs must become clear before we can value them well. We keep you informed at every step.<\/p>\n<h2>What It Costs to Hire Us<\/h2>\n<p>Nothing upfront. We handle these cases on a contingency fee. That means our fee comes only from a recovery. You pay nothing out of pocket while your case is pending.<\/p>\n<p>The first case evaluation is free. You&#8217;re under no obligation to hire us. Money should never be the reason a family stays silent about a life-altering injury.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers today<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Why Families Choose CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>We focus on catastrophic, life-altering injuries. These cases need medical experts, life-care planners, and economists \u2014 not just a quick settlement letter. That focus shapes how we build every case.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Focused practice<\/strong> on severe spinal, brain, burn, amputation, and neck\/back injuries<\/li>\n<li><strong>Licensed attorneys<\/strong> admitted to the Florida Bar. We&#8217;re a Florida-based firm serving Miami and taking cases nationwide<\/li>\n<li><strong>Experience<\/strong> coordinating the medical and financial experts needed to prove long-term needs<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clear, caring communication<\/strong> and bilingual English\/Spanish support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Learn more on our <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/\">catastrophic back and neck injuries<\/a> hub. You can also explore related pages on <a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injuries\/\">spinal cord injuries<\/a>, <a href=\"\/resources\/truck-accidents\/\">truck accidents<\/a>, and negligent security.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><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 catastrophic injury lawsuit in Florida?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many negligence claims must be filed within two years. But deadlines vary by case type (<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>). Talk to a lawyer soon so you don&#8217;t lose your rights.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I have a case if I was attacked on someone else&#8217;s property?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Possibly, yes. Did a property owner fail to provide reasonable security? If you were harmed, you may have a claim against that owner.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if my loved one died from the injury?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Families may be able to bring a wrongful-death claim under Florida&#8217;s Wrongful Death Act. We handle these cases with care and dignity.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will my case go to trial?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many catastrophic cases settle, but not all. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do you handle cases outside Miami?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. We&#8217;re Florida-based. We take catastrophic injury cases across Florida and nationwide.<\/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 talk to a lawyer?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The case evaluation is free. We work on a contingency fee, so there&#8217;s no upfront cost.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/neurosurgeon-examining-a-cervical-spine-mri-showing-a-spinal-photo-2-6-1024x572.png\" alt=\"Neurosurgeon examining 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\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/neurosurgeon-examining-a-cervical-spine-mri-showing-a-spinal-photo-2-6-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/neurosurgeon-examining-a-cervical-spine-mri-showing-a-spinal-photo-2-6-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/neurosurgeon-examining-a-cervical-spine-mri-showing-a-spinal-photo-2-6-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/neurosurgeon-examining-a-cervical-spine-mri-showing-a-spinal-photo-2-6-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/neurosurgeon-examining-a-cervical-spine-mri-showing-a-spinal-photo-2-6.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1376px) 100vw, 1376px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid 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;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Want to know where you stand?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell us what happened and our team will walk you through the options available to you, at no cost.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Talk to a Miami Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Today<\/h2>\n<p>Time matters. Evidence fades. Records get overwritten. Legal deadlines pass. The sooner you reach out, the more a Miami catastrophic back injury lawyer can do to protect your rights.<\/p>\n<p>Your consultation is free and confidential, in English or Spanish. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request your free case evaluation now<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Outside Miami? We also serve families in <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/\">Orlando<\/a>, <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/\">Tampa<\/a>, and <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/\">Jacksonville<\/a>, and nationwide.<\/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. 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