Spinal Cord Injury

It is estimated that 35 individuals per week, that is one person every 4 hours, suffers from a spinal cord injury (SCI). The leading cause for SCI is trauma, including road traffic accidents, accidents at work and falls. Many of these injuries are preventable and caused wholly or partially by the actions of others. The consequences of a spinal injury will depend on the severity but the results of it can be life changing.

In the following article, we will delve into spinal injury and how to make a claim and what can you claim for:

What is a spinal Injury?

If your spinal cord this is damaged in any way it can result in paralysis and loss of feeling. The severity will depend on your injury. For some people this will result in complete paralysis and for others, a partial inability to move.

Serious spinal injury can also result from damage to the bones within your spine. Even if the spinal cord is not damaged, such injury can have a life-changing impact.

How much will I receive for my injury?

The amount of compensation recovered can vary considerably in each case as no two people are the same. Compensation can include the following:

• Pain and suffering resulting from your injury
• Rehabilitation
• Current and future loss of earnings
• Care and support both initially and in the future
• Home adaptations
• Specialist equipment

Here at Nicholson Jones Sutton Solicitors, our specialist team will be able to advise you and calculate accurately the compensation that you will require.

How we can help

If you or your loved one has suffered from a spinal injury that is someone else’s fault, you may be entitled to claim.

In doing so, you could receive early stage rehabilitation, financial support and ultimately the compensation that you will need to adjust to the impact that your injury has had on your life.

Timely management, rehabilitation and acute care is essential to restoring optimal levels of functioning and minimising long-term disability.

Here at Nicholson Jones Sutton Solicitors, we recognise the importance of this, and we strive to provide such assistance in the earliest stages of your claim.

If the organisation that you are claiming from has admitted responsibility in early course, we will also look to obtain interim compensation payments for you whilst your claim is ongoing. This can ease the financial burden that many people face during such circumstances.

How long do I have to make a claim?

Generally, the time limit for making a claim for spinal injury is three years from the date when you sustained your injury. There are some exceptions to this rule for example in cases involving children or protected parties.

However, the sooner a claim is commenced, rehabilitation and potential financial assistance can be sought. It is also generally easier to obtain evidence in support of your claim (for example if evidence is required from witnesses).

Why choose Nicholson Jones Sutton Solicitors?

Here at Nicholson Jones Sutton Solicitors, our specialist team focus on the individual, we understand that no two people are the same and we provide a personable service that is tailored to each individual client’s needs and objectives.

Ultimately, our aim is to achieve the level of compensation that you need and deserve to ensure the best quality of life both in the short term and in the future.

If you would like to discuss an issue, please get in touch to arrange a free no obligation consultation. We’re available by email or phone.