Back Injury Claims
Claim Time Solicitors specialises in fighting for your back injury claims. With over 15+ years of expertise in dealing with personal injury claims, our committed team is here to advocate for your rights and get you the justice you deserve. Whether your back injuries resulted from workspace negligence, unsafe practices, or any other circumstances, we’ll assist you through the complex legal claim process and help you secure maximum compensation—all with no upfront costs.
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If you’ve suffered a back injury, it can really hinder your life. You can find it really difficult to do the day-to-day activities from working or driving and also your old hobbies. If the road traffic accident, workplace accident, or the mishap resulted in your back injury and was caused by the other person’s carelessness, you have every right to file a back injury claim.
At Claim Time Solicitors, we offer a free over-the-phone no-obligation consultation. Over the course of that call, you will receive professional guidance on your case after discussing your back injury claim in complete depth. If your case has a strong foundation, we will refer you to one of our personal injury solicitors who has immense expertise in handling such cases. Should they take on your case, they’ll manage it with a No Win No Fee policy.
To know more about the kinds of back injury compensation claims we deal with continue reading. You can contact us on 0800 970 2727 to discuss your claim. You can also reach out to us online. We will reply to your queries promptly.
Am I qualified to file a Back Injury Compensation Claim?
Our personal injury solicitors rigorously assess each claim for back injury compensation. We operate on a No Win No Fee basis. Before agreeing to legally represent you, we will usually evaluate whether:
- The defendant owed you a duty of care.
- The defendant was negligent, causing your accident.
- You sustained a back injury as a result of the accident.
Depending on the circumstances, various legal frameworks may apply to establish a duty of care. Do not worry; our solicitors will investigate this on your behalf.
You can strengthen your back injury claim by providing solid supporting evidence, which we’ll discuss shortly.
Common causes of back injury claims
Back injuries may occur in many circumstances. Some of the most common causes that lead to back injury claims include:
- Slips, trips or falls: These are often caused by a poorly maintained area like a wet floor.
- Workplace accidents: Examples include inadequate training for manual handling, which may lead to pulled back injuries.
- Accidents in public spaces: For instance, falling into a poorly marked manhole in a car park.
- Road traffic accidents: Rear-end collisions at traffic lights often result in whiplash-related back injuries.
- Cycling accidents: Cyclists hit by cars driving carelessly may sustain severe back injuries causing extreme pain.
- Accidents related to sports: Examples include gymnasts injured due to improper set up equipment. This can be very dangerous.
Discuss your back injury claim with our lawyers today and receive expert guidance on your chances of receiving compensation.
Common types of back injuries
We represent clients with back injury compensation claims involving:
- Nerve damage
- Soft tissue injuries, including bruising, strains, or sprains
- Fractured or herniated discs (slipped discs)
- Disc lesions
- Osteoarthritis caused or exacerbated by an accident
- Paralysis (partial or complete)
- A bruised coccyx
If you have suffered any of the above-mentioned injuries or any other which is related to your back, contact us right away to discuss your eligibility to make a back injury claim at work, or a claim arising from other circumstances.
How much compensation am I likely to receive for a back injury claim?
The value of a back injury compensation claim depends on the circumstances of your case. Typical settlements include:
- General damage for pain, suffering or psychological impact.
- Special damage to cover financial losses due to your back injury.
Possible compensation categories include:
- Pain and suffering.
- Psychological impact such as anxiety or depression.
- Financial losses due to time off work.
- Private medical treatment or physiotherapy costs.
- Caregiving expenses for assistance by unpaid members of the family.
- Travel costs for hospital or treatment visits or recovery.
- Loss of income over time due to permanent injuries.
- Home modifications due to permanent injuries.
At Claim Time Solicitors, you are likely to receive £200 – £115,000 for your back injuries. These are general figures and not guaranteed. Our personal injury solicitor will consider every facet of your suffering and try to secure maximum compensation for you in minimum time.
Evidence to support a back injury claim
Strong evidence is vital for a successful back injury compensation claim. Essential evidence includes:
- Accident Reports: Provide a copy of the accident report to confirm the date, location, and circumstances of your accident. For example, if you’re filing a back injury claim related to a workplace incident, this document can be significant.
- Witness Statements: Connect with people who can provide a testimony on what they witnessed during the incident.
- Medical Records: Add medical reports, x-rays, or treatment reports issued by the hospital or GP who treated your back injury.
- Visuals: Capture as many photos or videos possible of the incident as evidence of the cause of the accident and witness symptom of the injuries.
- CCTV or Dashcam Footage: Obtain any available CCTV or dashcam footage of the accident.
- Financial Records: Record the financial losses incurred due to the injury. This may include receipts, invoices, bank statements etc. that can validate claims for expense or financial losses.
At Claim Time Solicitors, we’ll review the evidence you’ve gathered to support your back injury claim. If you’re finding it difficult to collect the required evidence, our experienced solicitors are here to help you.
Time limits for filing a back injury compensation claim
For filing any back injury claim, you must start the claim process within a 3-year time frame. This generally starts from:
- The date the incident occurred and lead to your back injury, or
- The date your back injury was first diagnosed by your medical professional.
In cases where a minor has suffered a back injury, any adult in the family can make a claim on their behalf at any point until the minor turns 18. In such cases, the usual 3-year time frame is not applicable.
To certify a hassle-free claims process, it’s recommended to begin your claim immediately. Delaying could make it tougher to gather significant evidence. and there would not be time left for your personal injury lawyer to organise the necessary medical assessments.
Starting the back injury claims process
The simplest way to understand the back injury claims process and know whether you have a strong case for compensation is to contact our experts on 0800 970 2727 for a free initial consultation. Our lawyers will guide you to your next best step.
During the consultation, our personal injury lawyers will assess your case in complete depth, provide free legal advice, and explore all your legal options. If our solicitor decides to proceed with your claim, we will manage it on a No Win No Fee arrangement. This means:
- You don’t have to pay any legal fees to the lawyers for their services.
- You don’t have to pay your solicitor if the claim ends up being unsuccessful.
Our back injury compensation claim service guarantees low financial risks while maximising your chances of success. Our aim is to ensure your well-being at all times. We will deal with all the legal paperwork on your behalf while you focus on your recovery.
Back injury claims-Know more
Indeed, you may still file a back injury compensation claim even if you were partly responsible for the accident. Under the Law Reform (Contributory Negligence) Act 1945, your degree of fault will influence the assessment of damages for your injury.
For instance, if you were a passenger who experienced car accident injuries where the other driver was to blame mostly, but you did not wear your seat belt, the court would hold you 25% liable for your injuries. That means your compensation will be reduced by that amount.
For instance, if you were a passenger who experienced car accident injuries where the other driver was to blame mostly, but you did not wear your seat belt, the court would hold you 25% liable for your injuries. That means your compensation will be reduced by that amount.
If you have a pre-existing condition that worsened because of the incident that was not your fault, you may be eligible to make a claim for back injury compensation for your additional pain and suffering arising from the exacerbation of the condition.
Insurance companies are likely to dispute such claims, claiming that the pre-existing injury did not sustain aggravation from the incident. This is why there is a need for gathering as much medical evidence as one can.
Be it a back injury at work claim or claim for back injury in a car accident, our committed lawyers ensure that your case is well-prepared and supported by robust evidence.
The time it takes to settle a back injury claim depends on the circumstances involved. For example, simple cases with agreed liability and full recovery of the claimant can be resolved as early as six months after initiating the case.
In case there is a dispute over liability or further inquiries are required, it may take up to a year and beyond to settle a claim for back injuries.
By starting your back injury claims UK process promptly, you’ll allow adequate time for evidence collection and medical assessments as well, which can accelerate the settlement process.
FAQs
Yes, a medical examination is a significant part of pursuing a back injury compensation claim. This typically involves:
An in-depth examination by a medical expert, such as an orthopedic expert, to assess your injury.
Medical tests like X-rays, MRI scans, or CT scans to provide a complete picture of your condition.
A medical report that describes your injury in detail, includes treatments needed, long-range impact, and mandatory future care.
This will be very significant in ascertaining the compensation amount you are likely to receive for your back injury because it supports the nature of the injury and its ramifications on your life.
You can always make a back injury claim on your own. However, having a personal injury solicitor can increase your chances of winning as they are well acquainted with the legal landscape.
Our solicitors for back injury claims Birmingham manage all cases under a No Win No Fee policy. This means that you won’t have to pay for any legal fees unless your case is successful.
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