spinal cord injury

 

Damage to the spine often leads to spinal cord damage, resulting in permanent disability. 
This may mean being left with a life long dependency for care, including the need for adapted accommodation.

 

More often than not, following such an injury you will be referred to one of the specialist spinal injury units around the country. 

 

If you or a family member have suffered a spinal cord injury it is important you seek specialist legal advice as soon as possible following the injury; ideally when you are referred to the spinal injury unit.

 

The legal process of seeking compensation for a spinal cord injury is complex, and our team of experts has a proven track record in dealing with these types of cases. As well as advising you about the legal process, we can assist with rehabilitation, care packages and any necessary changes of accommodation. It may also be possible to secure interim payments at an early stage. 

 

In more complex cases where interim payments cannot be secured, we will advise you on how to apply for appropriate state benefits and guide you through the maze of legislation when dealing with the relevant local authority. Our team includes lawyers who have specialist knowledge of the benefit system and can maximise your entitlement to benefits.

 

Our lawyers have attended training courses run by the Spinal Injuries Association and one member of our team, Darren Hughes, has himself suffered a spinal cord injury. He therefore has personal experience and insight into living with the after effects of a spinal cord injury.

We offer an initial free consultation and a no win no fee service. We act for clients all around the country and are happy to travel to visit you or a family member at home or in hospital. Our offices are adapted for wheelchair access.

For more information please contact one of our team members directly. Or if you would prefer us to contact you, please complete our personal injury claim form.