We have a breadth of services available to assist disabled people and their families. From planning for the future and getting finances in order, to personal injury claims, our cross-departmental team of legal experts can offer expertise and guidance. We will be with you every step of the way.
A snapshot of services for people with disabilities and those who have suffered significant injuries
Scroll through a selection of our services which may be helpful. This resource was used for a Disability Awareness Day we exhibited recently. We thought we ought to share it with a broader audience so that people with disabilities and those who have suffered significant injuries can find legal services in one place.
– Court of Protection
Many people don’t know where to start when it comes to protecting their, or a loved one’s, finances whilst in care.
- Who is managing the property & finances?
- Has a full financial assessment been carried out?
- Are the right benefits being claimed?
We can help.
At Slater Heelis, we have a dedicated Court of Protection team, which includes two court-appointed Panel Deputies, who can take on cases where a financial Deputy is required.
As Court of Protection specialists, the Private Client department act on behalf of people with disabilities or individuals who lack sufficient mental capacity to make important decisions for themselves. They will manage day-to-day financial affairs to ensure the protection of short and long-term care needs.
– Wills, Trusts & Power of Attorney
Our friendly experts can help with:
- Court of Protection Applications
- Acting as your Attorney, Deputy or Trustee
- Financial planning & management, including trusts
- Liaising with the Local Authority on your behalf
- Power of Attorney
- Tax planning
- Wills
View our full range of Private Client services here.
– Birth Injury Claims
If you, your partner, or child has suffered an injury during the birth process then it is crucial to seek legal advice at the earliest opportunity.
Many people know all too well that injuries during birth may be life-changing and require long-term, or lifetime, care, assistance and rehabilitation. This can apply to either the mother or the child.
While we can adapt to the circumstances we find ourselves in, there may be scope for compensation from a legal perspective.
Our experienced team of birth injury solicitors will work hard to secure an effective treatment plan, and ensure your family can focus on the most important aspects of physical and psychological recovery. For further peace of mind, you can rest assured in the knowledge that you will be dealing directly with a personal injury lawyer, not a junior.
Plus, the team operates on a no-win, no-fee basis. They will only take on cases with a strong chance of success.
– Brain Injury Claims
When a loved one suffers a brain injury through no fault of their own, families must seek immediate legal advice to safeguard that person’s health and recovery. Our specialist brain injury solicitors are here to support the injured person and their family, and to guide them through the claims process.
Beyond the immediate physical damage, brain injuries put a huge strain on finances, quality of life and family relationships. Our brain injury claims specialists will help to secure you the best possible care and maximise compensation for the injury.
We specialise in coordinating medical assessments, occupational therapy sessions and long-term rehabilitation. Our specialists save families a lot of stress by working directly with insurance companies and serious injury case managers throughout the claim process.
The team also liaises closely with our Court of Protection colleagues to advise on arrangements when a client can no longer make decisions by themselves.
– Clinical Negligence
If you, or somebody close to you, has suffered poor quality treatment at the hands of a medical professional, our clinical negligence solicitors can advise whether you have a claim.
Our clinical negligence solicitors deal with cases involving both the NHS and private sector. They understand how clinical errors and malpractice often put significant strain on families, finances, careers, and home life.
The team will strive to support recovery by helping you access expert analysis and treatment, and take the stress out of the claims process.
After an initial free consultation, we will be able to evaluate the most appropriate action to take. We can assist you with the NHS complaints process or private healthcare claims process covered by ISCAS (Independent Sector Complaints Adjudication Service), in addition to representation at inquest hearings.
With clinical negligence claims, it is important to act as quickly as possible, preferably within three years of an incident, to ensure we can progress your claim and secure early interim payments where due.
– Serious Injury Claims
If you have suffered a serious injury or illness because of somebody else’s negligence at work, on the road or in a public place, it is very important to get advice and support from a solicitor at an early stage.
Our specialist serious injury solicitors draw on decades of experience with brain, spinal cord and many other serious injury claims when providing a clear assessment of your case and prospects of success.
Naturally, you may be concerned about the financial burden that comes with being absent from work for a prolonged period. We work directly with insurance companies to arrange an initial medical assessment, to secure early interim payments and to make sure that Insurers comply with every aspect of The Rehabilitation Code.
Our team puts just as much emphasis on rehabilitation as it does the compensation. We will ensure you have access to first-class medical care from the earliest possible stage.
With our support, you will have access to physiotherapy, surgery or psychological treatment that can make a significant difference to your health and well-being, as well as the medical reports necessary to support your claim.
Get in Touch
Whether you are looking to speak with a specialist for more information or you know which legal service you require, please do not hesitate to contact us.
You can call us on 0161 969 3131 or fill in our contact form and the team will be in touch.