Cauda Equina Syndrome Claims - JMW Solicitors

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Web Name: Cauda Equina Syndrome Claims - JMW Solicitors

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The consequences of poor or delayed care for people suffering from cauda equina syndrome can be extremely serious and challenging. It is, therefore, imperative that patients are able to bring a successful compensation claim with the help of a specialist solicitor who truly understands the condition and the issues surrounding it.JMW has built an unrivalled reputation as a specialist in cauda equina syndrome claims, handling cases on a no win, no fee basis. Our knowledgeable and professional approach has made all the difference to our clients; we have not only achieved compensation settlements that have allowed them to rebuild their lives, we have also acted as a great source of support during an extremely challenging time.If you or a loved one has been affected by cauda equina syndrome that was caused by medical negligence or malpractice, our team of specialist solicitors is here to help you by suing the NHS on your behalf. Contact us today on 0345 872 6666 or complete our online contact form and we will get in touch with you. JMW average relates to claims settled from April 2015 to March 2018. National average obtained from the NHS Litigation Authority claims management database in August 2018 following a search for claims which have the keywords cauda equina in the incident description. The figure relates to claims settled against NHS hospitals from April 2015 to March 2018 and does not include claims against GPs.Our solicitors have successfully settled many claims of this type and are currently helping sufferers across the country to challenge the poor care or malpractice that has resulted in their long-term injuries.Headed up by leading cauda equina solicitor Eddie Jones, our specialists have strong links with the charity Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA), and two of our partners are on their panel of approved solicitors. In addition, we have lawyers who are members of the Law Society s Panel of Clinical Negligence Specialists. We work nationwide and visit our clients at home whenever needed.Independent legal guide Chambers and Partners has awarded us a top tier ranking in both the 2014 and 2015 editions. Read more of what they have to say about us here.We have helped a range of sufferers to claim cauda equina compensation where medical negligence has made the effects more severe, often gaining settlements at a higher level than the national average. Read about JMW client and founder of the CES Association Claire Thornber in this article on the Daily Mail website.JMW supported Ginny through a cauda equina compensation claim after she was left with permanent disabilities, bowel and bladder incontinence and unable to work due to negligent treatment of the condition. With JMW s help Ginny was later awarded a seven-figure compensation settlement so that she could start rebuilding her life. In this video she tells her story.JMW also supported Peter , 44, through a compensation claim. Peter has seen almost every single aspect of his life change following a cauda equina syndrome diagnosis, including his ability to work, relationship with his wife and son, and his body image and fitness.You can read about Peter s experiences here. Cauda equina is a serious spinal injury that can devastate lives due to the distressing long-term problems it causes, including incontinence, lingering pain, impaired mobility and sexual dysfunction. When it first strikes, urgent surgery is required to stop its effects from becoming permanent.Lower back pain is exceedingly common and, in the vast majority of cases, it clears up on its own without treatment. However, occasionally it can be more serious. At the upper lumbar region of the spinal canal, the nerves of the pelvis and legs branch out from the end of the spinal cord in a horse s tail effect. Anything that causes a narrowing of the spinal canal at this level resulting in a compression of this particular bundle of nerves is classed as cauda equina syndrome (CES).These nerves are particularly susceptible to injury; particularly those supplying the bladder and bowel, and the most usual cause of CES is a prolapsed (slipped) disc. Other causes include:Because of the nature of the condition, we have found that sufferers of cauda equina have experienced certain issues that sufferers of other injuries or ailments have not endured. Among these are:Lack of Awareness in HospitalsMedical staff in hospitals may not be fully aware of the signs of cauda equina syndrome, nor the need for fast action and the devastating impact it can have on lives. Systematic failures at smaller hospitals may also mean they are not fully equipped to deal with serious spinal injuries requiring urgent investigation and referral to specialist units.Delayed MRI or CT ScansSufferers can face delays of days, even weeks, before they undergo a scan. While waiting, their condition can deteriorate so significantly that it may be too late to prevent permanent nerve damage and lives can be turned upside down as a result.Misdiagnosis by GPsWhile most GPs are aware of cauda equina and the need to immediately refer sufferers to hospitals for scans and surgery, some may let patients down by misdiagnosing the condition and failing to recommend appropriate action.Poor SurgeryA poor standard of surgery can mean that a patient s condition is worsened or left untreated. This can lead to permanent damage being caused and the need for further operations, which can be traumatic for patients and carries the risk of permanent damage.A diagnosis of cauda equina syndrome can be devastating and the long-term impact of this spinal condition can mean that very often patients struggle to get their lives back on track.Like many debilitating conditions, a diagnosis of cauda equina syndrome can have serious implications for the whole family. It may be difficult to know where to turn to in circumstances such as these, but your role in the recovery of your loved one will likely prove to be invaluable.Take a look at ouradvice on how you can help a loved one who has been diagnosed with cauda equina syndrome. Compensation for mishandled cases of CES is often considerable, and can result from:Failure to diagnoseFailure to treatInadequate or negligent surgeryFailure to recognise post-op complicationsNumbness in the perineal areaRed flag symptoms that should be urgently investigated include:Altered Bladder and bowel functionSexual dysfunctionNumbness in the saddle area and legsCES can be difficult to diagnose because symptoms vary in intensity and sometimes evolve slowly over time. However, surgical intervention is often necessary to avoid permanent nerve damage. Perhaps one of the lesser discussed impacts of cauda equina is the strain it can put on relationships. Because the cauda equina nerves at the base of the spine control sexual function, if they become permanently damaged, this function can be lost forever. This can cause enormous emotional damage for sufferers, and when combined with the fact that partners often become carers, many relationships crumble under the pressure. To speak to a specialist solicitor about your cauda equina claim, call free on 0345 872 6666 or complete our online contact form. We are here to help you by suing the NHS on your behalf; our expert medical malpractice lawyers will deal with your enquiry without any initial cost or obligation. We handle cases on a no win, no fee basis. COVID-19 Update - Our website and phone lines are operating as normal and our teams are on hand to deal with all enquiries. Meetings can be conducted via telephone and video conferencing. Submit View our Privacy Policy © 2020 JMW Solicitors LLP is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

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