Leading fibromyalgia, CRPS, chronic pain and critical illness lawyers
Understanding the true impact of injury
When life is suddenly changed by an accident that wasn’t your fault, the challenges you face often go far beyond the immediate aftermath. Chronic pain conditions, like fibromyalgia, and serious injuries, such as a spinal or brain injury, bring long-term consequences that aren't always visible — affecting not just your physical wellbeing, but your mental health, your livelihood, and your future.
At Brian Barr Solicitors, we specialise in these complex cases because we understand that proving the true impact of an injury takes more than a standard legal approach. It requires insight, experience, and a deep understanding of the often subtle, yet life-altering effects that trauma can cause. In a recent case, we successfully secured a £410,000 settlement for a fibromyalgia sufferer after the Defendant's challenged the connection between the incident and the client's fibromyalgia. We also work closely with charities and fight for those who live with invisible pain and try to help raise awareness of road safety initiatives.
Fibromyalgia and mental health - understanding dual injury claims
When chronic pain is accompanied by mental health issues, it creates a complex legal landscape for personal injury claims. We see many clients who suffer both physically and mentally with fibromyalgia, chronic pain conditions and other ‘invisible illnesses’. It is important for solicitors to prove the mental health element and to understand the long-term impact, in order to get you the right compensation.
What are 'no win no fee' arrangements?
Financial constraints, exacerbated by reduced earning potential, often make the idea of legal representation seem out of reach if you have suffered an accident. This is where the no-win, no-fee arrangement comes in. This allows individuals to pursue legal claims without paying their solicitor’s fees upfront. Instead, legal fees are only payable if the claim is successful, typically as a percentage of the compensation awarded.
Blinded by the lights – the hidden dangers of modern headlights
Headlights are essential for road safety, but what happens when they become a hazard themselves? As solicitors dealing with the aftermath of serious road traffic collisions, we have seen firsthand the devastating consequences of collisions.
How we have helped our clients
Brian Barr Solicitors recently represented Samuel, a Grounds Maintenance Worker whose life took an unexpected turn after a workplace incident. Samuel fell down a drain while on the job, sustaining injuries to his legs and arms. Despite undergoing physiotherapy and chiropractic treatment, his condition worsened, and he was later diagnosed with developing fibromyalgia.
The case presented complexities as the Defendants chose to dispute liability, challenging the connection between the workplace incident and Samuel’s fibromyalgia. Brian Barr Solicitors, undeterred, navigated these challenges with skill and determination. At a Joint Settlement Meeting, the team successfully negotiated a settlement of £410,000, acknowledging the enduring impact on Samuel’s life and career.
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Road Safety GB
Brian Barr Solicitors are Corporate Members of Road Safety GB, and together with them, we want to reduce the number and severity of road collisions across the UK by raising awareness of road safety and safer road user behaviour. The national road safety organisation provides training, advice, information, leadership, research, publicity, informed comment and other services to their members and other national and regional road safety stakeholders.
