Claim Compensation For Nerve Damage After A Car Accident
Advice on when you can claim compensation for nerve damage after a car accident and how solicitors covering St Helens can help.
Claim Compensation For Nerve Damage After A Car Accident
Advice on when you can claim compensation for nerve damage after a car accident and how solicitors covering St Helens can help.
Broken bones, head injuries and whiplash are common in road traffic accidents. However, another injury, nerve damage, can also have serious implications. Therefore, this article explains when a you can claim for nerve damage after a car accident. You’ll read about what counts as nerve damage, and how our panel of solicitors covering St Helens can help you claim. You’ll also discover what evidence you need, what compensation could cover, and how No Win No Fee claims work.
Our panel of solicitors are happy to help with claims in the St Helens area. They can guide you through each step of the process. They’ll assess your case, gather supporting evidence, and negotiate on your behalf. If you’re unsure where to start, their experience in road traffic accident claims could be just what you need.
Read on for a clear guide on your rights and options. Or, call 01744 385105, or use our Contact Us form for expert advice.
What Types Of Nerve Damage Can Occur After A Car Accident?
Car accidents can cause several types of nerve damage. Some are minor; others can have a lasting impact on your daily life. Here are common types:
Peripheral nerve injuries: These affect nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms include tingling, numbness, or burning pain in the limbs.
Brachial plexus injuries: The brachial plexus is a group of nerves running from your neck to your arm. Damage might mean weakness or loss of use in the arm or hand.
Radiculopathy: This involves nerve root damage, often in the spine. It may result in pain or tingling, usually down the leg (sciatica) or arm.
Spinal cord damage: Often the most serious, this can cause paralysis or loss of sensation below the injury point.
Entrapment injuries: Where swelling or broken bones trap nerves, causing pain and movement issues.
A crash on East Lancs Road or the M62 could cause any of these if force or trauma is severe. Even a minor bump can trigger hidden nerve issues. If you’re experiencing these symptoms, a medical check is essential.
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What Eligibility Criteria Need To Be Met
To make a claim for nerve damage after a car accident, you’ll need to meet some basic requirements:
The defendant owed you a duty of care. Generally, drivers on UK roads have this under the Road Traffic Act 1988.
The defendant breached their duty (for example, by careless or dangerous driving).
You’ve been diagnosed with nerve damage as a direct result of the accident caused by their actions.
If you were partly to blame, you may still claim, but your compensation could be reduced. Our panel of solicitors can advise if your case is likely to meet these criteria.
What Time Limits Apply When Claiming For Nerve Damage After A Car Crash?
In most cases, you have three years from the crash date to begin your claim for nerve damage. This time limit is set by the Limitation Act 1980. Alternatively, if your nerve damage isn‘d diagnosed immediately, your 3 years starts from your date of knowledge.
Some exceptions apply:
If the injured person is under 18, the countdown begins when they become an adult. Before then, parents can claim at any time.
For claimants who lack mental capacity, there is no time limit at all.
We can confirm how long you have to claim for nerve damage after a car accident if you call our team today.
Car Accidents That Could Result In Nerve Damage Claims
Nerve damage can happen in many types of road traffic accidents. Here are examples where you could claim:
Rear-end collisions: Common on busy routes like the A580. Even at low speed, the sudden movement can stretch or compress nerves.
Head-on crashes: Often serious and likely on rural roads outside St Helens. The force can injure nerves in the spine, arms, or legs.
Side impacts (T-bone accidents): These can snap or compress nerves, especially around the pelvis and shoulders.
Multi-vehicle accidents: With several vehicles, the risk of severe crush injuries (and nerve damage) increases.
Motorbike crashes: Riders are less protected, so nerve injuries in arms or legs are frequent.
Cyclist and pedestrian accidents: Vulnerable road users can suffer nerve damage if struck by any vehicle.
Whatever type of accident you’ve been involved in, if another’s negligence caused your injury, you could have a valid claim. Please call if you’d like free advice about your options.
How Do I Prove My Case?
To win your case for nerve damage after a car accident, evidence is essential. Here are some examples of evidence that can help you claim for nerve damage after a car accident:
Medical records: These must show the diagnosis of nerve damage and link it to the accident.
Accident reports: Reports from the police or insurers are valuable. They make it clear how the accident happened.
Photographs: Images of the crash scene, vehicle damage, and visible injuries support your version of events.
Witness statements: These can confirm your account of the crash and your behaviour afterwards.
Expert medical evidence: Sometimes, your solicitor will arrange for a specialist report on your symptoms and likely recovery.
Solicitors from our panel can help you gather all of this if you’ve not been able to secure it already and your claim is taken on. They’ll build a strong case to show your nerve damage wasn’t just bad luck, it was someone else’s fault.
What Benefits Do No Win No Fee Solicitors Offer?
A No Win No Fee agreement (also called a Conditional Fee Agreement) can make claiming compensation for nerve damage much less stressful.
Some of the main benefits include:
No upfront costs: You don’t pay anything to start your claim.
No legal fees if you lose: If your claim isn’t successful, you won’t have to pay the solicitor’s fees.
Clear, agreed fees if you win: If you succeed, the solicitor’s fee is taken from your compensation, never more than legally permitted.
Access to specialist help: Even if money is tight, you can still get expert legal advice.
To see if a solicitor covering St Helens can help you claim on a No Win No Fee basis, why not contact us today?
What Can Nerve Damage Compensation Cover After A Car Accident?
Compensation for nerve damage after a road traffic accident can cover several areas:
Pain and suffering: Physical pain, ongoing symptoms, and the emotional impact of the injury.
Loss of earnings: Time off work or reduced earning ability can be included.
Medical costs: Private treatment, prescriptions, physiotherapy or ongoing care expenses.
Adaptations and equipment: If the injury makes daily life harder, you can claim for home aids, wheelchairs, or property changes.
Travel expenses: Costs to and from medical appointments.
Each claim is different. Your settlement is based on your unique injuries and situation. Solicitors from our panel will gather evidence to help you claim for everything you deserve.
Why Not Call Today For Free Legal Advice?
If you’ve suffered nerve damage after a car accident, you don’t have to work it out alone. Our panel of solicitors can advise if you’re entitled to claim, and help with every step of your claim
Whether you want a quick answer or a full case review, support is only a call or message away. Why not reach out by making a quick call to 01744 385105, or completing our Contact Us page today? We offer friendly legal advice, no obligation, just clear guidance on your next move.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Below, you can find answers to some frequently asked questions about claiming for nerve damage after a car accident in St Helens.
Can I claim compensation if my nerve damage symptoms develop weeks after the accident?
Yes, you can make a claim if your nerve damage symptoms appear some time after the accident. If the injury is linked to the car crash, your three-year time limit may start from the date your symptoms were diagnosed and connected to the incident.
Do I need a formal medical diagnosis before starting my claim?
It is essential to have a formal medical diagnosis of nerve damage to support your claim. A specialist can confirm the extent of your injuries and link them directly to your car accident, strengthening your case for compensation.
Will claiming compensation affect my insurance premiums?
If you are claiming against another driver’s insurance because they were at fault, your own premiums should not be affected. However, if you were partly responsible or claiming on your own policy, there may be changes to your premiums at renewal.
