Spinal Injury
Damage to the spinal cord as a result of injury or infection may
result in partial or complete paralysis. This can have a
devastating effect on the day-to-day life of the person
affected.
Medical negligence can occur as a result
of..
- Delays or failures in diagnosis and treatment
- Sub-standard surgery
Once the spinal cord has been damaged, it cannot repair itself
and any resulting paralysis will therefore be permanent. However,
if the cord has only been partially compressed by the injury and
can be successfully released by surgery, there may be some recovery
of function. A claim for compensation could make a huge difference
to achieving a good quality of life and independence.
A particular problem area is the misdiagnosis or delay in
diagnosis of a condition known as Cauda Equina. Other claims may involve
the diagnosis and treatment of spinal tumours, spinal
abscesses, spinal bleeds and spinal haematomas. Epidural errors
and epidural abscesses can also affect the spine.
Any injury to the spinal cord can affect its ability to send and
receive messages from the brain to and from other parts of the
body. All too often, the unfortunate victims are left paralysed.
This is why any injury to this part of the body must be taken
seriously.
We will...
- Ensure that you are represented by someone who fully
understands the nature of your injury.
- Engage specialist medical and rehabilitation advisors to
support your claim.
- Secure funding to maximise and advance the support needed.
- Seek a settlement which will provide financial security and
lifetime benefits for you and your family.
For further information on how MyInjuryLawyer can help with a
spinal injury claim, please call us free on 0800 043
4299.