There are a number of different accidents which might cause a spinal injury. The important aspect in order to make a personal injury claim is that you can prove that someone else was responsible for your injuries.

Even if you don’t know specifically whether someone was at fault – or whether they would be deemed legally at fault – it is still worth speaking to a specialist personal injury solicitor. Someone being at fault as a matter of law may not always be apparent to you, so it’s always worthwhile seeking legal advice.

Common accidents that cause spinal injury

The following are common accidents where spinal injuries can occur.

Road Traffic Accidents

Spinal injuries are one of the most common problems suffered following a road traffic accident, with a whiplash neck injury the most common example. Whiplash commonly affects the muscles and soft tissues in the neck, but can also have an impact on the cervical spine – the top part of the spine in the neck.

Whiplash may be the most common spinal injury suffered following road traffic accidents, but it’s by no means the only potential injury. Due to the large forces which come into play in those accidents involving high speeds or large vehicles, damage to other parts of the spine can be common. For example the bottom part of the spine – the lumbar spine – can often be badly jolted and injured.

Slip, trip and fall

If you slip, trip or fall and hit a hard surface, or you fall down the stairs unexpectedly, back and spine injuries can be extremely common. These types of injury are even more prevalent amongst the elderly. Depending on the specifics of the case, if you consider that someone else was at fault for the accident, seek the advice of specialist personal injury solicitors.

Work accidents

These are most common amongst manual labourers as they can be expected to lift heavy weights all day. This can cause significant back problems, such as a cracked vertebrae or a prolapsed disc. Employers have a duty of care towards their employees in terms of equipment, training and supervision. When any injury occurs in the workplace, these factors will be examined in order to see whether the employer breached their duty of care and is deemed legally responsible for the injuries.

Sports injuries

Sport can occasionally lead to spinal injuries. Most notably this can occur whilst playing rugby, skiing or horse riding. If the injury was caused by disregard to the rules, dangerous conduct or by negligence of the organisers or referees, this could lead to a potential personal injury claim.

You may be entitled to compensation for a range of compensation claims under accident claims. Our experts will help assess your potential claim going forwards and provide you with proficient advice.

Contact First Personal Injury to discuss your potential compensation claim today by ringing 0333 358 2345 or by filling out the online claims form.