Legal guides relating to spinal injury compensation
We have complied a series of legal guides on key issues that often arise following spinal injury and which are of concern to both the patients and their families. The information provided is not restricted to the issue of spinal injury compensation but covers a wide range of legal and benefits issues.
01 April 2011
A wealth of law exists to provide compensation to people who have suffered injuries, both physical and psychological, following an accident. This fact sheet provides a very brief guide to claiming compensation.
01 April 2011
Jobcentre Plus runs 3 WorkPath programmes which provide assistance to Applicants looking for employment or Applicants who wish to stay in employment.
01 April 2011
Following a serious injury, it is important that an injured party checks all insurance policies to establish whether they have the benefit of no-fault insurance cover or critical illness cover which provides for a payment in the event of illness/injury.
01 April 2011
This Briefing Note provides an overview of issues relating to Powers of Attorney, including Lasting Powers of Attorney, the provisions of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, the Court of Protection and the Office of the Public Guardian ("OPG").
01 April 2011
Stewarts Law have prepared a number of briefing notes on the key welfare benefits available following personal injury.
01 April 2011
Attendance Allowance ("AA") is a tax-free benefit paid to people aged 65 or over who are physically or mentally disabled and need help with personal care and supervision to remain safe.
01 April 2011
Carer's Allowance (CA) is paid to people who regularly spend at least 35 hours per week caring for a severely disabled person.
01 April 2011
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a tax free and is not means tested. It is for people who need help looking after themselves and for those who find it difficult to walk or get around.