Spinal Injury Solicitors UK

Spinal Injury Solicitors UK

At Beacon Law, we understand the devastating, long term impact that a spinal cord injury can have on the day to day life of an individual and their loved ones.

Our dedicated spinal cord injury solicitors, UK are here to help you navigate the complex legal landscape, provide legal advice, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

With years of experience handling cases related to spinal cord injuries, our personal injury team have a deep understanding of the medical, financial, and emotional tolls that come with this type of injury.

Whether you’re dealing with temporary or permanent paralysis, loss of mobility, or other complications such a secondary brain injury, we’re here to provide the guidance you need to get through this difficult time.

So, if you or a family member has suffered a spinal cord injury, claim compensation today. Our spinal injury solicitors, UK are here to help. We’re committed to achieving the best possible outcome for your case.

Types of spinal injury

Spinal injuries can vary greatly in severity and type, depending on the location and extent of the damage to the spinal cord or vertebrae. Here are the primary types of spinal injuries:

Complete Spinal Cord Injury

A complete spinal cord injury results in total loss of sensation and motor function below the level of the injury. This means no voluntary movement or sensory function is possible below the injury site.

This type of injury often leads to permanent paralysis (paraplegia or tetraplegia/quadriplegia).

Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury

An incomplete spinal cord injury means there is some remaining function below the level of the injury. The extent of this function can vary significantly.

Patients may retain some ability to move and feel in the affected areas. The degree of impairment depends on the severity and location of the injury.

Paraplegia

Paraplegia refers to the impairment or loss of motor and/or sensory function in the lower half of the body, typically affecting the legs and possibly the trunk.

This condition usually results from injuries to the thoracic, lumbar, or sacral regions of the spinal cord.

Tetraplegia (Quadriplegia)

Tetraplegia, also known as quadriplegia, is the paralysis of all four limbs (both arms and legs) and the torso. This type of injury typically occurs from damage to the cervical (neck) area of the spinal cord.

Individuals may experience loss of movement and sensation from the neck down, including loss of control over bladder and bowel functions.

Central Cord Syndrome

This is the most common form of incomplete spinal cord injury, often resulting from trauma that causes damage to the centre of the spinal cord.

Individuals typically experience greater weakness in the arms than in the legs, with possible bladder dysfunction and varying degrees of sensory loss.

Anterior Cord Syndrome

Anterior cord syndrome results from damage to the front (anterior) part of the spinal cord.

It leads to loss of motor function and pain and temperature sensation below the injury site, while preserving touch and proprioception (sense of position).

Brown-Séquard Syndrome

This rare condition occurs when one side of the spinal cord is damaged.

It results in loss of movement on the same side of the injury (ipsilateral paralysis) and loss of pain and temperature sensation on the opposite side (contralateral sensory loss).

Posterior Cord Syndrome

This rare injury affects the back (posterior) part of the spinal cord.

It leads to the loss of proprioception and fine touch below the level of injury, but motor function, pain, and temperature sensation may be preserved.

Cauda Equina Syndrome

This condition results from injury to the nerve roots at the lower end of the spinal cord, known as the cauda equina.

Symptoms include severe lower back pain, motor weakness, sensory loss in the legs, and loss of bladder and bowel control. This is a medical emergency requiring immediate surgical intervention.

Conus Medullaris Syndrome

This involves damage to the conus medullaris, the tapered, lower end of the spinal cord.

Symptoms can include back pain, bowel and bladder dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, and variable sensory and motor loss in the lower limbs.

Accidents that commonly cause spinal injuries

Spinal cord injuries occur for many different reasons. They are often the result of medical negligence or other types of accident. Our specialist spinal injury solicitors have dealt with a range of claims for spinal injury including:

Road traffic accidents:

Car accidents, motorcycle accidents, cycling accidents and truck accidents are some of the most common causes of damage to the spinal cord.

Slip, trip and and fall accidents:

Falls from heights or falls on slippery surfaces can lead to injury to the spinal cord.

Sports accidents:

Certain high-impact sports, such as football, rugby, and hockey, can lead to spinal cord injuries, especially if proper safety equipment is not used.

Criminal assaults:

Physical violence, such as assaults and domestic abuse, can result in spinal cord injuries.

Accidents at work:

Workers in certain industries, such as construction and manufacturing, are at higher risk of suffering spinal cord injuries due to the nature of their work.

Clinical negligence:

Negligence by medical professionals can lead to spinal cord injuries during surgical procedures or other medical treatments. Our medical negligence team have the experience and expertise to assist you in making a claim against a medical professional.

Beacon Law have many years of experience in dealing with high value personal injury compensation claims for spinal cord injured patients. If you have suffered injury as the result of any type of accident, do not hesitate to get in touch.

Making a spinal injury claim

The spinal injury claims process can be complex, but the following steps are generally involved:

Seek medical attention:

The first step after you have suffered a spinal injury is to seek medical attention. This will ensure that you receive the necessary medical treatment and also provide a record of your injury.

Contact a spinal injury solicitor:

After seeking medical attention, it’s important to contact a spinal injury solicitor, such as Beacon Law, as soon as possible. The personal injury lawyer will assess your claim and advise you on your rights and the compensation process. It is worth noting that there is a three year time limit on making this type of claim, so you should initiate your case as soon as possible.

Gather evidence:

The solicitor will gather evidence to support your spinal injury case, including medical reports, witness statements, and any other relevant documentation. You will need to provide evidence of your injury in the form of a medical report. We will arrange for you to be assessed by a medical expert.

Submit the claim:

The solicitor will submit the claim to the responsible party’s insurance company, detailing the extent of the injury and the compensation being sought. If the defendant admits liability, our solicitors may be able to request an interim payment at this point.

Negotiate a settlement:

The insurance company will review the claim and may make an initial settlement offer. The solicitor will negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf to reach a fair and just settlement.

Court proceedings:

If a settlement cannot be reached, the solicitor may advise you to take the claim to court and they will represent you at a hearing.

No win, no fee spinal injury solicitors UK

If you wish to make a spinal injury compensation claim, you may be worried about incurring legal fees and the costs of litigation. Fortunately, there are a range of funding options including no win, no fee agreements.

In spinal injury claims, a no win, no fee agreement can be particularly beneficial for the client.

This is because spinal injuries can often result in substantial financial losses, including loss of earnings and the cost of medical care, rehabilitation and adaptations to the home.

Entering into a no win, no fee agreement can allow the client can take legal action to recover compensation for their losses without having to worry about the cost of legal representation from a personal injury solicitor.

“No win, no fee” agreements, also known as Conditional Fee Agreements (CFAs), are funding option arrangements between a solicitor and a client.

Under this type of agreement, the solicitor agrees to take on a case on the basis that if the case is lost, the client will not be required to pay the solicitor’s fees. In the event that the case is won, the solicitor will receive a success fee which will be deducted from the claimant’s compensation award.

You can discuss our funding options in more detail with your solicitor before we start your claim.

How can Beacon Law, spinal injury solicitors, UK assist?

Beacon Law are a leading law firm, offering a range of personal injury claim services to our clients. We provide a high level of service to all our clients and work hard to ensure they receive the appropriate treatment and highest level of compensation for their injuries.

If your spinal injury was caused as a result of an accident that was not your fault, we will discuss your case and let you know if we think you have a claim.

If you are looking to find out more about starting a spinal injury claim, then contact our spinal injury solicitors, UK today contact us by calling 0330 1332 857 ;or use the contact forms on our website for some free, no-obligation legal advice.

Our specialist lawyers are on hand to support you throughout the process of making a claim and getting on with your life.