Spinal cord & spine injury claims solicitors

Spinal cord injury FAQS

• How can Shoosmiths help with spinal injury claims?

  Adjusting to life with a spinal injury will be challenging enough without the added burden of getting to grips with legal process. We have a team of lawyers with specialist knowledge of spinal cord injuries and they will work hard to make sure you get the compensation you need. We think it’s essential to make sure your immediate needs are met – especially if you’re unable to work or would benefit from specialist rehabilitation services.

  We have a real appreciation of what spinal cord injuries can mean for individuals and those closest to them, so we offer extensive support in other areas too:

  • Ensuring the right medical and rehabilitation services and support structures are in place
  • Obtaining interim payments to cover the costs of care and rehabilitation 
  • Introducing you to charities and support services that can offer information and advice, put you in touch with support groups, provide services to help you adjust to living with any long-term effects of your injury
  • Putting you in touch with colleagues in our conveyancing team, should you need to move to a more suitable property, or our Court of Protection team if you need a to put in place a deputyship or lasting power of attorney.
  • We will be with you throughout your recovery and rehabilitation, helping you to rebuild your life. 
• How do I make a spinal injury claim?

  If you think that you have a spinal cord injury and want to explore whether you can claim compensation, our skilled team are ready and waiting to get the conversation started.

  We’ll find out a bit more about you, the impact of your injury and how best we can help you, drawing on our years of experience. Don’t worry, this initial chat is free – on the phone, at our office, at your home, or anywhere else that’s convenient for you - and there’s no obligation. We just want to make sure your claim gets off to the right start.

  Our team always put your interests and wellbeing first. It means working to achieve an amount of compensation that best reflects your pain and suffering. But it can also mean being honest if we think your case might not be a success. The best way to find out is to the begin the process. 

  To find out more get in touch with our expert team – call free on 0370 086 8687 or message us.

• What could my spinal cord injury compensation cover?

  Spinal injury claims are highly complex and technical so it is worth having experienced solicitors help identify all potential future costs to make sure you get the appropriate level of compensation for your injury, such as the cost of: 

  • any initial treatment; 
  • long term care and rehabilitation, this will depend on the severity of the injury; 
  • specialist transport or equipment; 
  • lost earnings if you cannot return to work or your work prospects are affected; 
  • modifications to your home, or purchasing a new home;
  • The level and amount you receive will depend on the severity of your injury and the extent of care and support you need to give you the best possible quality of life. 
• How long do I have to make a spinal cord injury claim?

  You have three years from the date that you suffered the injury caused by the negligence of the other party – or the date when you first had knowledge that your injury was caused by the negligence of another party - in which to start a claim by issuing court proceedings. 

  But there are two exceptions to this: 

  • If a person under the age of 18 suffers a serious injury, they have up until their 21st birthday to start the claim by issuing court proceedings.  A claim can be brought on behalf of the child by a litigation friend, usually a parent or guardian, at any time up until their 18th birthday. 
  • If someone doesn’t have capacity to bring a claim because they have a brain injury, the time limit starts from the moment they regain capacity. If they are assessed not to have capacity and that incapacity is permanent, there is no time limit. 

  In all cases, however, we recommend contacting our serious injury lawyers as soon as possible – this gives the claim the best chance of success as it makes it easier to gather any evidence. 

• Why Choose Shoosmiths to help with your claim?

  When start the litigation process it’s important to know that you can trust the people you turn to.  Rebuilding your life after an injury can be difficult and challenging, and the last thing you need is any additional stress or uncertainty.  

  At Shoosmiths, we treat every individual with care and understanding. Not only are we with you at each stage your claim, but we’ll also stay by your side for years to come – even once your claim is settled and compensation awarded. 

  You can also trust that we have the right expertise: – we have specialist accreditations and connections with the right charities. We also comply with best practice and standards: 

  • We are accredited by the Law Society Personal Injury Panel and the Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel; Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL); and the charity Action against Medical Accidents. 
  • We are established partner members of the Spinal Injuries Association, and Back-Up Trust, charities that focus on spinal cord injuries. 
  • We are signatories to the APIL/FOIL (Forum of Insurance Lawyers) Guide to the Conduct of Cases Involving Serious Injury. 
  • Our lawyers are recognised for their care and knowledge by two independent legal directories: Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners UK. 

  For us, however, the most important reason for choosing Shoosmiths is our dedication to helping people in need. Our reputation is built on the success we achieve on behalf of our clients. You can read what some of those clients have to say – and how we could help you too.

  Get the clarity you’re searching for if you think you might have a spinal injury claim.

  We help individuals and families rebuild their lives. Call us on 0370 086 86867 or message us.