RP Crawford Solicitors Limited: Spinal Injury Claims Specialists

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What is a Spinal Injury:

Spinal injuries can be life-altering, affecting mobility, sensation, and overall quality of life. These claims encompass a wide range of scenarios and severity levels. Injuries can result from various accidents, including car accidents, workplace incidents, slips and falls, medical malpractice, and sports injuries. Depending on the extent of the injury, individuals may experience partial or complete paralysis, loss of sensation, chronic pain, and other debilitating effects. The impact on the individual’s life can be profound, affecting mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. As such, spinal injury claims require careful assessment and specialised legal representation to ensure fair compensation and support for recovery.

 

Why Instruct Us?

At RP Crawford Solicitors Limited, we’re more than just legal experts – we’re relentless advocates for our clients. With decades of experience in personal injury law, our team is dedicated to fighting for the compensation and support you deserve. We are known for our expertise in negotiating settlements, ensuring that our clients receive maximum compensation to rebuild their lives after a spinal injury.

 

How Spinal Injuries Occur

Spinal injuries can result from various accidents, including car accidents, workplace incidents, slips and falls, medical malpractice, and sports injuries. Regardless of the cause, our team is here to help you navigate the legal process and secure the compensation you need to move forward.

Claims Process for Spinal Injuries

In Northern Ireland, the claims process for spinal injuries involves several crucial steps, especially in more serious cases where additional experts may be necessary:

  1. Seek Medical Attention: Medical treatment through the NHS will be ongoing following a spinal injury. Obviously, your health and well-being are paramount, and receiving appropriate medical care is crucial for your recovery.
  2. Contacting a Solicitor: You need a specialised solicitor with expertise in personal injury claims, particularly spinal injuries. You can call us to arrange an appointment or start the process here claim form
  3. Initial Consultation: During an initial consultation with us, we will discuss the details of your injury and the circumstances surrounding it. We will be able to assess your case’s viability and outline the steps involved in pursuing a claim.
  4. Gathering Evidence: We work with you to gather relevant evidence to support your claim. This may include medical records, accident reports, witness statements, and photographs of the accident scene.
  5. Assessment of Damages: We will assess the damages incurred due to the spinal injury. This may encompass medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related losses.
  6. Consulting Additional Experts: In more serious cases where extensive support is required, we may recommend consulting additional experts. This could include:
    1. Occupational Therapist (OT): An OT can assess your needs for rehabilitation, adaptive equipment, and modifications to your home or workplace.
    2. Forensic Accountant: A forensic accountant can evaluate the financial impact of the injury, including future care costs, loss of earnings, and other financial considerations.
    3. Accommodation Expert: If your home requires reasonable adaptations to accommodate your injury-related needs, an accommodation expert can assess and recommend appropriate modifications.
  7. Negotiation with Insurers: We will negotiate with the responsible party’s insurance company on your behalf to reach a fair settlement. We will advocate for your interests and strive to secure maximum compensation for your injuries and losses.
  8. Litigation, if Necessary: If a fair settlement cannot be reached through negotiation, we may advise pursuing litigation. It is uncommon for cases to proceed through to Trial and generally an out of Court settlement is reached.
  9. Resolution: Upon reaching a settlement or obtaining a court decision, your solicitor will assist in finalizing the details to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

Throughout the claims process, our team will work tirelessly to ensure that all aspects of your claim are thoroughly evaluated and pursued, leaving no stone unturned in our quest for justice on your behalf.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What types of accidents can lead to spinal injuries?

Spinal injuries can result from various accidents, including car accidents, workplace incidents, slips and falls, medical malpractice, and sports-related accidents.

What are the common symptoms of a spinal injury?

Symptoms of a spinal injury may include pain, numbness or tingling, weakness, loss of sensation, difficulty walking or balancing, and changes in bowel or bladder function.

How can I prove that my spinal injury was caused by someone else's negligence?

Leave that to us. To prove liability in a spinal injury claim, it’s essential we gather evidence such as HSENI reports, accident reports, witness statements, and expert opinions. We work with you in collecting and presenting this evidence to support your claim.

What types of compensation can I claim for a spinal injury?

Compensation for a spinal injury may include medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of earning capacity, and future care needs.

How long will the claims process take for a spinal injury case?

The duration of a spinal injury claim can vary depending on factors such as the complexity of the case, the severity of the injury, and the willingness of the insurance company to negotiate a settlement. Our solicitors will work diligently to resolve your claim as efficiently as possible while ensuring you receive fair compensation.

Do I need to go to court for my spinal injury claim?

Most spinal injury claims are resolved through negotiation with the insurance company, resulting in a settlement without the need for litigation. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached, our solicitors are prepared to pursue your case in court to seek the compensation you deserve.

What should I do if I've been offered a settlement for my spinal injury claim?

On some occasions an insurer for the other driver in Road Traffic Accidents will contact you as the injured party directly and offer compensation shortly after an accident. Often this is done as a tactic to significantly undercompensate you. Before accepting any settlement offer, it’s crucial to consult with our solicitors to ensure that the offer adequately compensates you for your injuries and losses. We will review the offer, advise you on your options, and negotiate on your behalf to secure the maximum compensation available.

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Your Serious Injury Claim Specialists

Director

Liam McDonald
Solicitor

Lucy Kelly
Paralegal

Gemma McCashin
Paralegal

Amber Looney

Director

Liam McDonald

Liam, our Director and head of our Litigation and Family Department. Liam is an expert in catastrophic injury claims, with a focus on Brain Injury, Amputation, Spinal Injury, and Burn Claims. Liam has successfully secured significant compensation for clients across Northern Ireland. Link to case studies

In addition to catastrophic injury claims, Liam advises clients on all aspects of personal injury law, including Road Traffic Accidents, accidents at work, and accidents in public places. 

Beyond his work in general litigation, Liam leads our Damp and Mould claims team, representing tenants who have suffered loss and personal injury due to inadequate housing conditions. Holding Social Housing Landlords to account by applying for Court injunctions compelling the Landlord to fix the property defects, to securing compensation for associated injury like eczema, asthma, cardiovascular issues and related psychological injury. 

In addition to his litigation work, Liam is an accredited member of the Children Order Panel. He is recognised as one of the few expert solicitors in Northern Ireland capable of advising on Care Orders, Child Abduction cases, Freeing for Adoption, and Child Relocation applications. 

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Solicitor

Lucy Kelly

Lucy studied Law at Queen’s University Belfast, where she graduated with her LLB (Hons) in Law. Following graduation, Lucy gained experience working in a City centre firm for two years before joining our team in early 2021.

Lucy is an experienced member of our personal injury litigation team, with a special focus on Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work and Medical Negligence.

Lucy has obtained significant compensation for clients who have been involved in serious Road Traffic Accidents and accidents at work. She also represents clients who have had the misfortune of being involved in birthing injuries and missed medical diagnoses.  She is ready to advocate for your rights and help you secure the compensation you deserve. Contact Lucy today to schedule a consultation.

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Paralegal

Gemma McCashin

Gemma has been with us since early 2018 and is a highly specialised personal injury Paralegal. Assisting on catastrophic injury claims, road traffic accidents, and accidents at work, Gemma brings a wealth of experience and competence to her practice.

Gemma’s passion for personal injury law has made her an integral part of our team. She has worked in significant personal injury settlements making a huge difference in the lives of those who have been injured due to the negligence of others. Her compassionate approach and unwavering dedication to her clients set her apart in the field.

Whether you’ve suffered a life-altering injury, been involved in a road traffic accident, or experienced harm in the workplace, you can rely on our team.

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Paralegal

Amber Looney

Amber is a paralegal specialising in personal injury law with a focus on Credit Hire Law and Road Traffic Accidents. Amber graduated with a First Class Honours in Law from Queen’s University Belfast.

With her strong academic background and client centred approach, Amber is dedicated to assisting clients who have been affected by road traffic accidents to obtain the compensation they deserve.

Amber understands the challenges that individuals face after being involved in accidents, and she is here to provide compassionate support and expert guidance every step of the way. Whether that involves arranging a replacement car, arranging repairs or seeking compensation for personal injuries, Amber will work tirelessly to ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve.

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