Paralysis injury compensation claim solicitors

What are the different types of paralysis?

There is localised paralysis, which may affect one part of your body such as your hand or your face. There is also generalised paralysis, which affects multiple body parts. The common types are:

• Monoplegia: Affecting one arm or leg
• Hemiplegia: Affecting one side of the body
• Paraplegia: Affecting both legs
• Tetraplegia/quadriplegia: Affecting all four limbs

What are the accidents that cause paralysis?

Paralysis can often be caused by suffering a serious head injury or a spinal cord injury. And sadly, the accidents that cause paralysis can happen almost anywhere:

• Accidents on the road: For example collisions involving cars, motorbikes, cyclists and pedestrians.

• Accidents at work: Such as slips, trips and falls, crush injuries and more.

• Accidents in public: Including trips on loose pavements and incidents in the likes of parks and bus stations.

If your injury occurred as a result of someone else's mistake, actions or negligence, you could be entitled to claim paralysis compensation.

Can I make a paralysis claim on behalf of someone else?

Yes, this may be an option for you. You can make a claim for paralysis compensation on behalf of a loved one if they are unable to do so for themselves. For example, you can claim for your child if they were injured before their 18th birthday.

You can also claim on behalf of an adult if their paralysis or a pre-existing medical condition means they lack the capacity to make their own decision. This falls under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

If you are seeking compensation for someone else, it's crucial that you have all the details of their accident as well as access to their medical records. This will help your paralysis injury lawyer to build the strongest possible case.

How long do I have to make a paralysis accident claim?

Usually, you have three years from the date the injury occurred to start your claim for paralysis compensation.

However, you may be given longer if your injury was so severe that it prevented you from doing so within that time. And if you're claiming for a child, you can do so at any point until their 18th birthday. Once they reach that age they are technically seen as an adult, and the three-year limit will come into play.

Can I make a no win no fee paralysis claim?

Yes. We deal with most paralysis injury claims on a no win no fee basis. This means you can claim without having to worry about paying any upfront costs. As long as you have the right insurance in place, all of your costs will be covered - even if you lose. And your lawyer will make sure you have the right policy, so you don't have to fret about organising that either.

If you win your case, your paralysis injury lawyer will receive a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation as their payment, while you get the rest. If you lose, there'll be nothing for you to pay.

There may be some rare circumstances where we are unable to take your case on a no win no fee basis. But we will always let you know immediately, and then how you wish to proceed will be entirely up to you.

How much paralysis compensation could I receive?

It's hard for us to offer an exact figure without knowing all the details of your case. Every paralysis claim is different, and the amount of compensation you receive can vary depending on a number of factors. These include the severity of your condition, the amount of treatment and care you require and the effect it has had on your overall quality of life.

And although we can't provide a definitive number, the table below is designed to give you an indication as to how much paralysis compensation you may be entitled to. This has been worked out using the 16th edition of the Judicial College Guidelines.

Why should I make a paralysis claim?

If you've suffered an injury that has caused paralysis, the impact can be devastating. And although making a claim can't turn back the clock and change what happened, compensation can help you to move forward with your life.

For example, the money can be used to cover the costs of any medical treatment or ongoing care you need. It can also provide crucial financial support if you are no longer able to work due to your injuries.

And making a paralysis accident claim can help others, too. By speaking up about what happened to you, it can help to raise awareness and make sure lessons are learnt so that someone else doesn't have to suffer in the same way.

Why should I choose National Accident Law?

We handle the vast majority of paralysis injury claims on a no win no fee basis, so in the unlikely event that you lose there'll be nothing for you to pay. And here are some of the other reasons to come to us:

• We have been handling personal injury claims for years_since years, so we have plenty of experience.
• We'll never put any pressure on you to make a claim. That decision is entirely up to you.
• Claiming for paralysis compensation can seem confusing, which is why we explain everything in plain English.
• Our team will handle every aspect of your case with the greatest sensitivity and compassion.

Our paralysis injury lawyers are located across the country, so you'll never feel inconvenienced.

How do I claim for paralysis compensation?

1. The first step is to give us a ring on or request a call back and we'll be in touch.
2. You'll then have a free, no-obligation chat with one of our friendly advisors. This is your chance to tell us your story and we can let you know if you have grounds to make a paralysis claim.
3. If you decide you'd like to go ahead, we'll put you in touch with one of our expert lawyers.
4. They will begin to collect evidence to support your case and let the other party know that you are making a claim.
5. Your paralysis injury lawyer will submit your claim to the court.
6. If you win, you'll receive your compensation and your lawyer will take a pre-agreed percentage as their payment. If you lose, there'll be nothing to pay if you've claimed under our no win no fee agreement.