A spinal injury can be a traumatic life changing event. It may lead to varying degrees of paralysis, loss of sensation, chronic pain, and a profound impact on your physical and emotional wellbeing. If your injury was caused by medical negligence, our specialist solicitors are here to help you make a spinal injury compensation claim.
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The Impact of Spinal Injuries
Spinal cord injuries can have devastating and long-term consequences. They may affect:
- Bowel and bladder control
- Sexual function and fertility
- Mental health, including depression
You may also require extensive treatment, rehabilitation, specialist care, and adaptations to your home or vehicle.
While compensation cannot undo the harm caused, it can provide the financial resources needed to access vital support and rebuild your life with dignity and independence.
How We Can Help with Your Spinal Injury Claim
Our dedicated medical negligence team has in-depth expertise in spinal injury claims. We work tirelessly to uncover what went wrong, secure the answers you deserve, and achieve the maximum compensation available to support your future.
We understand that making a claim can feel overwhelming. That’s why we aim to make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible.
Here’s what you can expect from us:
- Free Initial Assessment
We begin with a no-obligation conversation to understand your situation. To proceed with a claim, we’ll need to show that the care you received was below acceptable standards and directly caused your injury. We'll also explain your funding options, many of our cases proceed on a no-win, no-fee basis.
- Clear and Honest Advice
We guide you through each step, explaining everything clearly and answering any questions you may have. You'll always be kept informed about what’s happening and what to expect next.
- Expert Support
We work with leading medical experts and barristers to gather the evidence needed to support your claim. Their insight is crucial in proving negligence and building a strong case.
Beyond your legal claim, we’re here to help you understand the broader impact of your injury, from treatment and rehabilitation options to connecting you with support networks and specialist services
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When Can You Make a Spinal Injury Claim?
Spinal cord injuries result from damage to the spinal cord, often causing changes in movement, sensation, and bodily functions. In many cases, early warning signs are missed or mismanaged.
You may have a claim if your injury was caused by:
- Surgical errors involving the spine
- Delays in diagnosing or treating spinal abscesses or tumours
- Missed spinal fractures
- Mistakes in managing suspected spinal injuries
- Delayed diagnosis or treatment of cauda equina syndrome
Some complications may be temporary, but many are permanent and life-altering. You may need ongoing care, be unable to return to work, or find that daily activities are no longer manageable without support.
How a Compensation Claim Can Help You and Your Family
We work to secure maximum compensation for your injury and loss so you can regain independence and plan for the future.
Your financial settlement can be used to cover areas such as:
- Ongoing care and treatment
- Specialist equipment and therapy
- Loss of earnings and pension
- Modifications to your home or vehicle
Our aim is to make your day to day activities easier so you can live as full a life as possible.
Making a spinal injury claim also acknowledges the harm you’ve suffered. It can bring answers, recognition of failings, and peace of mind that lessons will be learned — giving you a sense of justice.
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Why choose Tozers?
At Tozers, our medical negligence team is recognised nationally for our expertise in spinal injury claims. Our experience in spinal injury means we have an in-depth understanding of the current legal, medical and practical issues.
We're accredited as part of the Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel, while leading legal directory, Chambers & Partners ranks us as a Band 1 firm, highlighting our "notable expertise in the area of spinal injury". We’re also ranked as a Tier 1 firm in the Legal 500, where three of our Medical Negligence team are also named as ranked Lawyers: Endurance Arthur, Clair Hemming, Simon Mansfield. The Legal 500 also singles out our head of team, Endurance Arthur, as a 'leading individual'.
Most importantly, our clients consistently praise our approachable, compassionate service and the life-changing outcomes we help deliver.
Find out how we can help you
We're ready to help you make your spinal injury claim today. Contact our specialist solicitors for a free, confidential conversation about your situation and find out how we can support your spinal injury compensation claim.
Use our online enquiry form or call us at 01392 207 020.