Every year in the UK an unfortunately high number of people sustain spinal injuries for which they are able to make a claim for compensation.
A spinal injury will often have significant implications for you and your family; you may be concerned about further medical costs, alterations to your home, potential loss of earnings if you are unable to work for a significant period of time or unable to work permanently. Irwin Mitchell can alleviate these concerns by providing you with expert representation for your claim.
We employ specialist solicitors who have expert knowledge in the field to support your claim; these experts will carry out a detailed analysis of your case and work closely with you and your family, ensuring that we carefully balance the importance of helping you and your family adjust to life with a spinal industry, whilst taking an extremely proactive approach to securing deserved compensation.
Different types of Spinal Injury Claim
At Irwin Mitchell, we understand that the consequences of a spinal injury can be extremely severe and we know that every case will differ. That is why we deal with each case individually maintaining a delicate approach as well as taking an aggressive stance at securing your compensation.
As one of the leading legal practitioners in the country, we have successfully secured compensation for many clients who have suffered spinal injuries in various circumstances, including the following:
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Spinal Injuries sustained from a Road Accident
Road traffic accidents are extremely common and unfortunately some will result in severe spinal injuries for drivers, passengers or pedestrians. At Irwin Mitchell, we have access to specialist solicitors who have a background in dealing with cases such as these.
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Spinal Injuries sustained from an accident at Work.
Often, a spinal injury claim will be made against an employer following an accident in the workplace. All employers have a duty of care to their employees and must meet certain health and safety regulations. If an employer’s negligence is a contributory factor in a spinal injury, you may be able to make a claim for compensation against your employer.
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Sports related Spinal Injury
Many spinal injury claims are made as a result of a sports-related injury. Those who have been injured as a result of inadequate or poorly maintained equipment may be able to make a claim. Irwin Mitchell has represented many clients who have sustained severe injuries from a range of sporting activities that have occurred due to the negligence of a third party. Although there is always an acceptable level of risk in sporting activities, if equipment is inadequate or you feel that negligence on the part of another caused your injury, you may be entitled to make a claim.
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Spinal Injuries sustained from Medical Negligence
Surgical errors and the contraction of viruses or illnesses can lead to spinal injuries. If you have sustained a spinal injury as a result of medical negligence, it is important that you contact us today; these cases can often be complex so the sooner you act, the better. Our team of expert solicitors can best advise you on your spinal injury claim.
At Irwin Mitchell, we understand that the severity of spinal injuries can cause huge amounts of distress for you and your family and it can be difficult to face making a claim for compensation. However, we will always look after your case with delicacy and support for you and your family whilst ensuring we secure the compensation you deserve. To see if you can make a claim, complete a personal injury claim form today to arrange a free consultation.