Neurological treatment claims

Neurological disorders and medical negligence

• Medical negligence claims related to neurological disorders can be due to both acts or omissions.
• When something goes wrong, the effects can be debilitating, with individuals often requiring support for the rest of their lives.
• We can help you secure the compensation you deserve, and help you receive the support you need.

What is a neurological disorder?

A neurological disorder is any damage or disease to the nervous system. Abnormalities of the brain, nerves or spinal cord can often result in a number of symptoms including muscle weakness, paralysis, seizures, loss of sensation and varied levels of consciousness. There are several widely-recognised neurological disorders, some of which are common but some that are extremely rare. They are often assessed, studied and treated with a neurological examination within the specialities of clinical neuropsychology and neurology.

What is neurological negligence?

Neurological negligence refers to the failure of a healthcare professional to provide appropriate care for a patient’s neurological condition, resulting in harm or injury. This can include misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, incorrect treatment, or failure to monitor a patient’s condition.

What is a neurological negligence compensation claim?

A neurological negligence compensation claim is a legal process where a person who has suffered harm or injury due to medical negligence or malpractice related to their nervous system seeks compensation for their losses, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

What are the different categories for neurological disorders?

A neurological disorder can be categorised based on the main location affected, the form of dysfunction involved or the primary cause. The Merck manual lists brain, spinal cord and nerve disorders are often categorised as follows:

• Brain damage according to cerebral lobe
• Brain dysfunction according to type:
  • Aphasia (language)
  • Dysgraphia (writing)
  • Dysarthria (speech)
  • Apraxia (patterns or sequences of movements)
  • Agnosia (identifying things or people)
  • Amnesia (memory)
• Spinal cord disorders
• Peripheral neuropathy and other peripheral nervous system disorders
• Cranial nerve disorder such as Trigeminal neuralgia
• Autonomic nervous system disorders
• Movement disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system
• Seizure disorders
• Sleep disorders
• Lower back and neck pain
• Migraines and other types of headache
• Central neuropathy (see Neuropathic pain)
• Neuropsychiatric illnesses e.g. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Autism, Tourette’s syndrome

Do you have a neurological disorder compensation claim?

It follows that the spectrum of medical negligence claims arising out of neurological injuries is wide ranging. It can range from both acts and omissions. The effects of medical negligence in this area can be severely debilitating.

Neurological and spinal injuries can have extremely serious effects on your life and can occur as a result of the negligence of your healthcare professional.

Medical care for neurological and spinal problems can vary depending on the severity and specific problem from which you suffer. In some cases, 24 hour care can be needed.

It is vital that you maximise your recovery through active rehabilitation. Our aim is to help rebuild your life by obtaining interim payments of compensation wherever possible to assist you with:

• Rehabilitation
• Re-education/training
• Transport
• Housing
• Aids and equipment
• Care support
• Therapeutic services
• Case management.

Many people who suffer from neurological or spinal disorders require some support for the rest of their lives. We have a wide range of contacts with organisations that can support you and can work closely with you. These include:

• Case managers who will assess and organise any support and care you may need;
• Support workers who will visit you on a regular basis to provide you support and help;
• Community rehabilitation such as occupational therapy.