catastrophic injury

SIA Gold 2Catastophic injuries are complex cases involving spinal cord injurieshead injuries or any other severe injuries.
If you or a family member has suffered a life-altering injury, whatever the cause, it is vital you speak to a specialist as soon as possible to see if you have a case for compensation. Early intervention from an expert solicitor can, in appropriate cases, help you to secure support with rehabilitation, care and adaptations to accommodation.
We have a team of specialists with extensive experience of dealing with these complex cases, with the expertise and knowledge to manage the case from beginning to end, and understand the traumatic effects of such life-altering injuries, and use a multi-disciplinary approach calling on the services of a number of experts.

We can also advise you on how to obtain help regarding entitlement to welfare benefits and the statutory obligations of local authorities.
Obtaining damages is part of the process, but protecting an award for a client's lifetime is vital. Our specialist departments can help with post-settlement issues such as tax planning or personal injury trusts.


We will consider any case with a free initial consultation and offer a no win no fee service.

We act for clients across the country, and are happy to travel and visit you or a family member at home or in hospital. Our offices are adapted for wheelchair access.

Industry testimonials

"Walker Smith Way is 'prepared to take on difficult cases and fight them hard'. Practice head Neil Turnbull recently settled a £1m-plus serious head injury claim. Mark Denholm is 'approachable, conscientious and hardworking, and has excellent judgement'" Legal 500 - the leading guide to the UK legal industry, 2012 edition

"This team is "thorough and meticulous" in its approach to personal injury cases. The firm handles a broad spectrum of work, including catastrophic injury and occupational disease matters.

Jonathan Sharples is noted for his "innovative and focused" approach and "high standards of preparation" on personal injury matters. His practice is centred around high-value cases involving brain and spinal cord injuries." Chambers & Partners - the leading guide to the UK legal industry, 2012 edition