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What is paralysis?

Paralysis is a life-changing condition that drastically impacts your future and the future of your loved ones. Common paralysis injury symptoms include the loss of voluntary muscle function in one or more parts of the body, numbness and pain in the affected area, weakness or visible muscle atrophy. It is caused by damage to the nervous system (either central or peripheral). Paralysis occurs when nerve signals are interrupted as a result of damage to either the nerves, spinal cord or brain.


If you have suffered a paralysis injury as the result of an accident that was not your fault, you may be able to make a paralysis compensation claim with us. You can reach out to our friendly and knowledgeable team on , or if you are unable to call them yourself, you can ask a friend or family member to reach out on your behalf. The team will be only too happy to help.

What are the different types of paralysis?

Paralysis can refer to a range of conditions with varying severity. The classifications of paralysis include:

  • Localised Paralysis - the paralysis affects a specific part of the body, such as the face, the arm, or the foot
  • Generalised Paralysis - the paralysis affects larger areas of the body
  • Monoplegia - one limb is paralysed
  • Hemiplegia - an arm and a leg on both sides of the body are paralysed
  • Paraplegia - both legs are paralysed, sometimes including the pelvis and other parts of the lower body
  • Tetraplegia - both arms and legs are paralysed

If you've suffered any of the above conditions because of an accident that wasn't your fault, then we're so sorry that you've experienced this.

We can help you get the compensation for paralysis you need by helping you start a no win no fee claim. Contact us today for free advice.

What are the different types of paralysis injury?

A paralysis injury can manifest itself in several different ways. They can affect any part of the body, including the face, hands, an arm or leg, one or both sides of the body, both legs, or both arms. The paralysis injury may result in stiffness and spasms, floppiness or numbness, pain or tingling in the affected part of the body.

Paralysis can occur naturally and inadvertently as the result of a stroke, Bell's palsy or multiple sclerosis. However, a severe head or spinal cord injury may occur as the result of negligence on the part of one or more parties, be it in the workplace or as the result of a road traffic accident

Get in touch with us today if you have suffered a debilitating paralysis injury that you feel was not your fault. The team will be on hand to give free advice and get your paralysis compensation claim up and running straight away, should you decide to go ahead. You can call us on or you can request a call back from one of our helpline advisors when you are ready.


Which kinds of accidents can cause paralysis?

While paralysis can be caused by medical conditions such as strokes, where nobody is to blame for the condition, there are many accidents that cause paralysis where somebody else was at fault.

Paralysis caused by an accident in the workplace

Many people worry that if they suffer an accident at work that it could be considered their own fault for not being experienced, skilled or vigilant enough. This simply isn't true. If your paralysis injury was caused by an accident in the workplace, then your employer may be liable under the Health and Safety at Work 1974 Act.

The Health and Safety at Work Act means that your employer is responsible for your safety whilst you are in the workplace, and must meet certain requirements to keep the working environment safe.

Specific rules also apply to areas such as working at height and working with potentially dangerous equipment.

If you have been involved in an accident in the workplace that has led to you becoming paralysed, this may mean that they have not met their responsibilities as your employer.

This could be because:

  • They failed to provide you with the correct training
  • They did not provide the correct safety equipment for your role
  • They failed to take the necessary steps to maintain a safe workplace, including inspecting machinery and keeping the floor safe from hazards

We understand that making a paralysis compensation claim against an employer can be worrying, but we're here to support you. Find out more about making a claim against your employer here or get in touch to discuss your circumstances in more detail on .

Paralysis caused by a road traffic accident

Road accidents can cause serious injuries that have a huge impact on those involved, and their families.

If you have been paralysed by injuries you received in a road traffic accident that wasn't your fault, then you could claim compensation against the person responsible for the accident. This might be the driver of the other vehicle or the driver of a vehicle in which you were a passenger. It could also be that your accident was caused by the conditions of the road, if the road was in poor condition, cracked or had potholes; or if the traffic management system put in place wasn't working correctly.

Negligence can usually be proven by evidence such as police reports, CCTV footage, eyewitness accounts, and photographic records.

If you have been involved in a road traffic accident and it was somebody else's fault, then we recommend getting in contact with us on .

It's also possible that you may have suffered temporary paralysis after a car accident, that you might fully recover but still have to take time off work. If this is the case, then we may be able to help you make a paralysis claim.

Paralysis caused by a medical negligence

If you believe that your paralysis injury has been caused by medical negligence, then we're sorry. We know that nobody anticipates complications when they seek medical treatment. However, we can help you make a compensation claim if you've been paralysed by a medical mistake such as surgical negligence or misdiagnosis.


Am I eligible to make a paralysis injury claim?

The best way to find out if you're eligible to claim compensation for paralysis is to contact us about your experience. All calls to us are free on , and as an advisory service we never pressure anybody into starting a paralysis injury claim or talking to one of our solicitor firms. In fact, we're simply here to give you the advice you need about making a claim and to let you know if we think you're eligible to claim.

That means we listen to everything you have to say about your accident and paralysis and give advice based on your experience.

Before you call, we typically advise that if your accident happened in the last three years, caused you an injury such as paralysis and the accident was caused by somebody else, then it's likely you'll have a claim.

There are cases where you may have longer than three years to claim compensation for paralysis injuries. These are often extremely serious cases where the person injured has had their mental capacity affected and are now unable to make a legal decision themselves, or where the accident has involved a child.

To discuss your eligibility to make a no win no fee claim, please call us on for free, or complete our call back form.


Can I make a paralysis compensation claim on behalf of someone?

We know that not everybody reading this page will be a sufferer of a paralysis injurythemselves. In fact, we know that in the most serious cases the person who has been injured may be unable to think about their future or compensation and so you may be reading on their behalf.

If that's the case, and with the permission of your loved one, then we can speak to the friends, family members or professional guardian of anybody who has suffered aparalysis injury. You can contact us for free on .

You may also be reading this page because you believe your friend or loved one deserves justice for their accident but they are unwilling or too distracted to enquire themselves. We're happy to speak to you on behalf of your loved one and can answer any questions you might have on their behalf. Simply call us on  for free advice.


Can I make a no win no fee paralysis injury claim?

There are two ways to find out if you could make a no win no fee paralysis injury claim. Firstly, give us a call on to speak to a member of our friendly, trained team. They'll give you free and impartial advice that will help you make an informed decision as to whether or not you'd like to go ahead with your claim. They'll never pressure you into making a claim and will help establish if you have a case. Another way is to use our free online claim checker

Making a no win no fee paralysis injury claim is a risk free way to get the compensation you need to help get your life back on track. It means you won't pay any upfront fees, and you won't pay anything in the event of your case being unsuccessful.

How much compensation could I receive?

All paralysis claims differ from one another in terms of the root cause of the accident, who was to blame and the severity of the injury. Therefore, it's difficult to state the exact amount that you could claim either for yourself or on behalf of a claimant suffering from a paralysis injury

Use our handy compensation calculator to give yourself a guideline amount in the first instance. It's completely free, and using it doesn't mean you have to make a claim. It's a tool to help you consider your options, and to help you understand what's taken into consideration when your solicitor puts together your case.

Your solicitorwill negotiate a compensation figure with the party responsible for your accident. Judicial College guidelines state general compensation amounts for a variety of different paralysis injuries, including for a back injury causing permanent symptoms (£11,730-£26,050) and minor brain injury (£2,070-£11,980). You can see a more comprehensive table of example payout ranges below.

Give us a call on for a confidential chat with one of our personal injury advisors, who will help establish who is at fault for your paralysis injury and whether you are eligible to make a claim.


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What your compensation can help with

We know that compensation will not cure your paralysis but your compensation can help with your future, recover your loss of earnings and cover the cost of any adaptations you might need to make to your life, home and car.

When your solicitor negotiates your compensation, they work hard to secure you the maximum amount of compensation you deserve. That means they consider the full impact of your injury to your life, future and your family life, including:

  • Your loss of earnings
  • Your future loss of earnings if you're no longer able to work or you need to change career or working hours
  • Any spends you accumulated, such as prescription costs and travel costs
  • Your loved one's loss of earnings
  • Any care you've been given, even when that care has been given for free
  • Any equipment or care you'll need to support your future

You can get an estimated figure of how much compensation you might be entitled to before calling us, by using our compensation calculator. Our calculator uses industry figures and your experience to work out a guideline figure of how much compensation you might receive.

How do I start my paralysis claim with National Accident Helpline?

If you were paralysed in an accident that wasn't your fault, we are very sorry that you've been injured in this way. When you are ready, give us a call for free and professional advice. It all starts with a chat with a member of our friendly, knowledgeable team. They'll let you know if you're eligible to start the no win no fee paralysis injury claims process and will connect you with a specialist solicitor with years of experience in the paralysis claims field.

Once you have discussed the fees involved should you win and you're happy to proceed, your solicitor will start working on your claim. To get started, simply give us a call on . Alternatively, start your paralysis claims process online.


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Frequently asked questions...

Every case we work with is different, which makes it hard for us to say how long your compensation claim might take.

In simpler cases, where fault is clear and undeniable the claim may be settled quickly. However, if you've suffered a serious or life-changing injury, then your compensation claim may take longer because we need to understand the full impact of your injury and make sure your costs are covered.

Our solicitors will stay in touch and keep you informed every step of the way, so that you always know what stage your claim is at.

The person or company responsible for paying your compensation depends on the type of claim you're making. Typically, no one person is responsible for paying any compensation and instead the claim is made against their insurance.

So in the case of a road traffic accident it would be the driver's insurance that covers the cost of your compensation, or if you're making an accident at work claim your employer's liability insurance would pay.

If you'd like more information, please click on your accident type below

Proving a personal injury claim is all about establishing fault across four main factors.

Duty: Did the other side owe you (the claimant) a legal duty of care in the circumstances? 

Example: A council is duty bound to keep public pavements, kerbs and roads in safe order. 

Breach: Did the other side commit a breach of that duty by acting (or not acting) in a particular way? 

Example: The council failed to maintain or repair the pavement where you tripped and fell. 

Causation: Did the other side's actions (or lack of them) cause your personal injury?

Example: The staircase was defective, so you could not have reasonably predicted that walking down it would cause an injury. 

Lastly, there's: 

Damages: Were you demonstrably injured by the other side's actions or inactions?

Example: The court (or through the settlement negotiation with the other side's insurers) is able to compensate you because you broke your leg in the fall.