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Lower back injuries are quite common in road traffic accidents – particularly where significant forces are involved.

The impact of the accident can stretch and strain the soft tissues of the back and spine as well as those in the neck. Tendons and/or ligaments can be torn and ruptured by the force of an accident.

These injuries, known as lumbar strain and lumbar sprain, can result in pain on movement, muscle spasms and general lower back ache, which may extend to the buttocks.

These types of injuries are both painful and debilitating. The symptoms can last anywhere from weeks to years and can, on occasion, be permanent. Depending upon the circumstances of the accident and the age and previous health of the person involved in the accident, disc damage can also occur.

An all too common affliction

According to the University of North Carolina, 70 percent of people who visit accident and emergency following a car accident still feel pain six weeks after the event; with neck pain, upper back pain and lower back pain the most commonly reported complaints.

Those with severe spinal injuries – such as spinal cord or nerve root damage – are compensable with amounts of up to £140,000 (excluding sums for medical expenses, lost earnings and adapted living) – while those with more minor injuries – such as those who recover without surgery within a few months – are usually compensable with sums of around £2,500.

Claim compensation with the country's leading firm

Thompsons is Scotland's leading personal injury firm and can help you secure compensation if you have sustained a lower back injury in a road accident. It is possible to make a claim even in cases where the accident was partly your responsibility, provided, of course, that someone else also shares the blame – for more information regarding your possible right to claim click here.

For more information, call us on 0800 0891331 and take your first steps towards compensation.

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Excellent Service

We decided to use Thompsons Solicitors for our personal injury claim following a road traffic accident. The service was spot on from beginning to end, with excellent communication, timely responses & cleat advice that was easy to understand. It was evident Corinne was always acting in her clients best interests and she worked hard to ensure we got the compensation we rightfully deserved. We were delighted with our final offer and we would absolutely recommend both Thompsons and Corinne to others. We cannot thank her enough for all her help, support and advice during this experience.

Siobhan Kerr
15 October 2024
5 / 5

Road traffic accident

Jordan has been great and kept me informed all the way through and am happy with the outcome he has got me.

Ross Alexander
14 October 2024
5 / 5

Amazing service

Lauren and Scarlett were on the ball constantly, keeping me informed all throughout the process and explaining every detail.

Gary boles
27 September 2024
5 / 5

compensation claim

Thompsons was a very professional and approachable firm who ensured I got an appropriate settlement.

Fiona
12 August 2024
5 / 5

Traffic Accident

I can’t thank Corinne and the Team enough for all their help, support, hard work and perseverance with my case. Their belief in me and not giving up over 2 years won me my case and an out of court settlement. I am extremely grateful to Corinne and the team for providing a first class service at all times and keeping me constantly updated every step of the way over the past 2 years. Thankyou all so much and so glad with your expert advice and knowledge in your field it did not have to go to court and an offer was made which I am extremely happy with.

Anonymous
9 August 2024
5 / 5

Clear and helpful

A great company to deal with. The staff were extremely helpful and responsive. A fairly lengthy process but a positive experience after the accident.

Lois
31 July 2024
5 / 5

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Professional and friendly manner. Always willing to go that little extra. Kept well informed throughout claim

Alan Craig
17 July 2024
5 / 5

Service

First class firm, very helpful and if i ever needed to ask any questions I was always able to get an answer

Jordan
17 July 2024
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