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Neck Injury Claims are relatively commonplace, with the related injuries varying in severity from minor soft tissue damage to catastrophic, life-changing injuries.
The key reason that neck injuries, if severe, can have such devastating consequences is that the neck houses nerves that transmit vital information to and from the brain to the rest of your body. If these nerves are damaged in an accident, the ramifications can be huge, with temporary or permanent paralysis of parts of the body a possible outcome.
As well as housing the nerves from the brain, the neck also supports the significant weight of the head. The weight of the head can often cause injuries during a road traffic accident, known as whiplash. This is where the force of the impact thrusts the head backward and then forwards, potentially causing injury to the ligaments, muscles, and other tissues in the neck. In severe cases, the motion can injure the bones in the spine and the discs in between.
A Whiplash Injury is the most common reason for Neck Injury Compensation to be paid out. Reportedly there are in excess of 1500+ Whiplash compensation Claims made every day in the UK.
If you have suffered a Neck Injury as the direct result of another person’s negligence, then you are entitled to claim compensation. The compensation is awarded to recompense you for the pain and suffering endured, to cover any medical expenses, and to offset any loss of earnings.
So, if you or someone you know has sustained an injury and is considering their next steps toward making a Neck Injury Claim, they will require expert legal advice on starting your Neck Injury Compensation Claim. Call today and speak to one of our Personal Injury Claims Experts.
I contacted PSR after hearing about their efficiency and expert knowledge. They charge a relatively small fee and made the process completely stress free.
NB: Please note that as of 1/6/21 new Fixed tariffs for compensation settlements are applicable for RTA Soft-tissue injuries to the Neck. Further details can be found here
£36,250 - £118,240
£52,390 - £104,370
£36,240 - £44,630
£19,920 - £30,690
£10,960 - £19,920
£6,290 - £10,960
We are expert & accredited Personal Injury Lawyers. While some firms settle for ease and speed, we work hard to secure the highest possible compensation payouts. Trust our experts.
Paul Rossiter
Managing Director
Paul Rossiter LLB (Hons)
I qualified as a solicitor in 1998 and worked as a Personal Injury Specialist throughout my legal career, dealing with high value serious injury cases obtaining both compensation and rehabilitation for my clients. I was a member of APIL (Association Of Personal injury Lawyers) and recognised by the Law Society as being a Senior Personal Injury Solicitor.
After working in various law firms, both small high street firms and a larger practice in Manchester, I saw a gap in the market for a high quality practice that had the same core high street values of being personable and approachable and combining them with the efficiency and professionalism of a larger practice. PSR Solicitors was therefore established in 2009 and since then PSR Solicitors has provided high quality legal services to local clients throughout North Wales and Cheshire.
I live in Chester with my young family and 2 dogs and enjoy regular holidays along the coast of North Wales and Ibiza.
I have recently been asked to join the board of trustees at Platform For Life, a mental health counselling charity in Chester. Good mental health is the foundation of a more fulfilled, happy and healthy life, yet many families struggle to access the help and support they need to achieve it. Platform for Life offers free local counselling and play therapy for families who would otherwise not be able to afford it.
Richard Layfield
Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury
Richard Layfield LLB (Hons)
Since joining PSR Solicitors in March 2013 I opened and managed our Rhyl office and became head of the Personal Injury department shortly thereafter. I therefore have responsible for managing Person Injury cases throughout the firm. In January 2024 I relocated to our head office in Chester.
I completed both my Law LLB and LPC degrees at Cardiff University, graduating in 2008 and 2009 respectively. Thereafter, I completed my 2-year training contract at a firm based in Cardiff. I was retained by this firm as a Criminal Defence Solicitor until I decided to relocate up to North Wales.
As an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor, I represent Claimants in all manner of personal injury case work including injuries as a result of Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work, and Occupiers Liability Accidents. I handle all types off personal injury claims from the minor right through to complex more serious injury claims.
Outside of work I enjoy running and hiking, going to the gym, travel, cooking and am a keen rugby fan.
USUAL LOCATION: Chester Office
Mark House
Solicitor - Head of Litigation
Mark House LLB (Hons)
I completed my law degree and legal practice course at Nottingham Law School, before qualifying as a solicitor in 2004. I then worked at a specialist personal injury firm in the East Midlands and a leading regional firm, before joining PSR in 2017.
With PSR I've continued to specialise in acting for Personal Injury claimants and have developed a keen understanding of the procedures and tactics involved in pursuing a claim, as well as the difficulties and concerns faced by people who have suffered as the result of an accident.
Since 2014 I've been proud to help hundreds of people. I've represented the public in all manner of injury claims, including serious orthopaedic injuries, brain damage, and psychological trauma. I was instructed to deal with claims for clients in the aftermath of the Potters Bar rail crash and the Penhallow hotel fire.
In addition, I represent clients in relation to all manner of disputes. I have dealt with professional negligence claims, such as those against solicitors and builders. I have helped clients recover money which is due to them and to dispute invoices which have been sent to them. I have helped business defend claims against them. I have tackled neighbour and boundary disputes.
I live locally to the Colwyn Bay office, and outside of work, I enjoy taking advantage of the coastal and mountain outdoor activities which are available on the doorstep. I'm also heavily involved with an outdoor pursuits charity, which I find an enjoyable and rewarding way of using my free time.
USUAL LOCATIONS: Shotton Office, Wrexham Office, Colwyn Bay Office, Wallasey Office
Jasmine Simpson
Solicitor
Jasmine Simpson LLB (Hons)
I joined PSR Solicitors in May 2022 as part of their first cohort of Trainee Solicitors. After being admitted as a Solicitor in August 2023, I joined the firm's Litigation Department.
I completed my Law degree at The University of Liverpool in 2018, then went on to complete the Legal Practice Course at The College of Law, Chester.
Outside of work I enjoy making the most of living in North Wales and often spend my weekends on the Llyn Peninsula. I also enjoy going to the gym, skiing holidays and travelling to warmer destinations.
USUAL LOCATIONS: Rhyl Office, Colwyn Bay Office
Your neck injury compensation claim will include both General Damages and Special Damages.
The General Damages component of any compensation claim is based on the severity and type of injury you have, along with the physical, psychological, and emotional effect the injury has on you. General damages values are based on guidelines set out by the Judicial College.
General Damages Include:
The Special Damages are designed to recompense you for any financial losses suffered or any financial costs incurred as a direct result of your injury. Because treatment will differ from injury to injury and the loss of earnings is dependent on your typical income, the Special Damages are unique in every claim and will be assessed by your dedicated Personal Injury Solicitor but will include things such as:
There are many types of neck injuries, each differing in severity and complexity.
Serious neck injuries can lead to temporary or permanent paralysis, attracting significantly higher levels of compensation. The individual may require major adaptations to their home, may not be able to work again, and might require long-term daily medical care, all these things will need to be factored into any potential neck injury claim. Less severe neck injuries can still lead to time off work and effects on lifestyle which may last for several months.
For us to advise you as to the potential total value of your neck injury compensation claim, one of our specialist personal injury lawyers will assess your claim in detail, considering any special damages you may be entitled to claim for.
If you want an idea of the general damages component of the claim, the figures above (for serious Neck Injury) and below (for RTA Soft-tissue injuries) are those set out by the Judicial College guidelines new government fixed tariffs.
Every effort has been taken to ensure the figures below are up to date and accurate but please be aware that they are intended as a guide only and look at the general damages aspect of the claim only
PSR Solicitors are Neck Injury Claim experts and have a long-standing successful track record in settling a varied range of neck injury compensation claims. To discuss your claim and see what level of compensation you may be entitled to, call one of PSR Solicitors’ Personal Injury Lawyers.
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The most prevalent cause of neck injuries is road traffic accident but other common causes include:
Neck injuries are commonplace and can be caused by a multitude of different incidents, some more common than others and some with more serious consequences than others.
Some of the most common types of neck injury are detailed below.
Occurs when the head is thrust backward with force, causing hyperextension, and then immediately thrust forward. This causes damage to the soft tissue in the neck and can sometimes even damage the bones in the neck or the discs
This occurs when the soft material inside the disc is forced out, potentially touching a nerve and causing secondary issues like numbness and paresthesia (pins and needles).
The fracturing of the neck bones, often due to a car accident
Where two or more of the cervical bones have become abnormally separated, causing ligament damage and instability
This can happen when the vertebrae and discs become misaligned or even crushed, causing immense pain and pinching the spinal cord.
If you, a family member, or a colleague have suffered a neck injury and there is third-party liability, then you are entitled to make a neck injury compensation claim.
PSR Solicitors are specialists in personal injury claims and have an exemplary track record of settling al manner of neck injury compensation claims, including many work accidents claims involving damage to the neck. You will be assigned your own dedicated personal injury expert who will assess your claim to ensure it has the maximum chance of being settled. They will then guide you through the process step by step and advise you of the best course of action to take.
Once you instruct PSR Solicitors to initiate the claims process you can be sure that you will be kept informed throughout the process and will be offered nothing but the best legal advice. You will always deal directly with your own qualified solicitor who will work tirelessly to ensure that you receive the maximum amount of compensation that you and your family deserve. In the unlikely event that your claim is unsuccessful, you will be protected by our No Win No Fee promise, meaning that there are no legal fees to pay.
All of PSR Solicitors’ Personal Injury Lawyers in Wales and specialist Accident Claims Solicitors in Cheshire are Law Society Accredited for Personal Injury claims, providing you with the peace of mind that they have the knowledge and experience to secure you the optimum compensation.
With offices in Colwyn Bay, Ellesmere Port, Rhyl, Shotton, Wrexham, Wallasey, and Chester, PSR Solicitors is a leading firm of Personal Injury Lawyers operating across North Wales and Cheshire. They are LEXCEL Accredited by the Law Society, offering you the confidence that you will receive nothing but the absolute best in client care. They will manage your claim from start to finish, keeping you informed at every stage and enabling you to focus on getting your life back together.
Your Personal Injury claim is vitally important, which is why we will contact you within an hour of your initial contact with us during normal working hours, or at the earliest opportunity on the next working day if you contact us after close of business.
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