If someone dear to you has experienced a recent accident that involves a spinal injury, with the right help and technological assistance it will still be possible for them to lead a full and varied life. In the last two decades, developments in the field of computerised technology and medicine have considerably improved the outlook for spinal injury accident victims. So what changed in recent years to make independent living possible for an individual with the most severe form of spinal injury? Interestingly, it took someone famous to lose the power of speech and movement to spur research into the field of computer assisted technologies for individuals who had suffered a spinal injury through accident or disease.



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.

So how do you select a legal firm to pursue your spinal injury compensation case at this difficult time, and what help can you expect?

Finding a solicitor for your spinal injury compensation case

It is vital that any insurance claim for spinal injury is conducted by expert solicitors with a great deal of experience of conducting serious injury compensation cases. Only legal firms that have successfully conducted such compensation cases in the past will have a thorough grasp of the costs that will have to be met over the lifetime of a spinal injury victim. Ask to see case histories or ask to speak to past clients with cases similar to your own, so that you can get a first hand account of how your prospective lawyers are likely to handle the case, and verify their practical experience and methods of operation.

When you have satisfied yourself that your prospective solicitors are suitably experienced in pursuing a spinal injury compensation case, you should also ask:-

• Will a Case Manager be appointed for your loved one's case, so that you can always speak to someone who is familiar with the history?

• Will your solicitor help you find and manage the specialist care teams and any equipment your family will need to support assisted living for your loved one with a spinal injury?

• Will the firm help you to deal with any issues or unforeseen requirements that may arise over the course of the claim, and in the years that follow?

• Will support teams and care packages be available in the years before and after your award has been made?

• Are the services to support a victim of an accidental spinal injury provided free of charge?

Families should also examine what financial services are offered by your solicitors to care for a loved one with a spinal injury whilst your claim is settled. Interim awards for spinal injury can be sought from insurers to help you with any immediate requirements, and while the compensation case is being prepared and heard.

It is essential that you choose solicitors that are fully able to give your family all the help you need to support your loved one with a spinal injury. Therefore, take your time to ensure that the legal practice you choose offers the full complement of support and assistance you will need in the months and years ahead.