Kevin Everett, the Buffalo Bills tight end who suffered a cervical spine injury in Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos, made remarkable progress Tuesday. In contrast to the grim prognosis given Monday, Everett made voluntary movements with his arms and legs. Neurosurgeon Dr. Barth Green, said that such recovery so quickly meant he was likely to fully recover.
Still, the future is uncertain. Even with what Dr. Green calls “totally spectacular, totally unexpected” progress, Everett’s full recovery is only described as “feasible.” Furthermore, even if he recovers, the process is likely to be a long one, forcing the Bills to do without his blocking and tackling expertise.
Fortunately, his contract specifies thorough coverage of medical expenses, and compensation for missed work. After all, he’s a professional football player. Unfortunately, many of us are not so lucky, and if we suffer an injury, our employer or our insurance company may expect us to pay out-of-pocket expenses and take our time off without pay.
If you or someone you love has suffered a spinal injury and find yourself in this unfair situation in the Chicago, Illinois area, please contact an experienced personal injury lawyer at the Law Offices of Barry Doyle, P.C.
