Pursuing Spinal Injury Compensation Claims

Computerised technologies have been developed over past decades to assist individuals with a spinal injury or a severe disability. However, technologies that offer victims of accidental spinal injury the ability to live independently are expensive. When pursuing a compensation claim from insurers, it is essential that expert advice is sought to ensure that the claim made is large enough. The compensation award must be sufficient to cover the ongoing costs of care, equipment and provision of a living space suitable for the spinal injury victim, and the claim must be large enough to last for the lifetime of a loved one.

Rightly or wrongly, once a settlement has been made for a spinal injury accident, there is no recourse for either the victim or their families to apply to the courts for additional funds at a later date.

Fortunately, families don't have to go through this process alone. There are many charities that can offer some advice and guidance in the early stages of deciding what care and support packages will be required in the years ahead. Expert practical help can also come from an unexpected quarter; the legal firm selected to represent the family in their spinal injury compensation case.

Families should also examine what services are offered by the legal firm to assist in the care of a loved one with a spinal injury whilst the claim is settled. The solicitors should also be prepared to seek an interim award for spinal injury from insurers to help with any immediate costs, as claims can take up to five years to reach a final settlement.

Taking time to ensure that the legal practice selected is fit for the task can save a great deal of needless stress and heartache at a most difficult period for all concerned. However, it is also worth remembering that it is always possible to change legal representation at any stage, especially if the firm selected fails to live up to expectations.

Neil Glover
Serious injury lawyers with unrivalled expertise. Specialist services for spinal injury, brain, head and amputation clients from the UK's leading specialised injury law practice.
ng@seriouslaw.co.uk