At Switalskis, we understand that a serious injury doesn't just affect a person physically, it can impact every part of their life. The legal process is only one part of the journey. Recovery often involves navigating a complex web of care, therapy, and emotional adjustment. That’s why we believe in the power of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver real, lasting outcomes for our clients.

While personal injury and clinical negligence claims may begin in different ways, they often require a similar, multi-disciplinary approach to ensure clients get the support they need.

Despite the different legal starting points, the human impact is often the same. Whether someone has suffered a brain injury following a crash or due to delayed treatment at birth, the challenges they face can include long-term rehabilitation needs, psychological trauma, and the need for specialist education or care packages.

That’s why our teams across both personal injury and clinical negligence work closely with the same trusted professionals. We build tailored support networks to meet the specific needs of each client – whatever the cause of their injury.

Beyond Legal Expertise

Serious injury claims are complex. They often involve children or adults who need lifelong support, rehabilitation, and planning. To get the best result for our clients, both in terms of compensation and quality of life, we work alongside a wide range of professionals. These include medical specialists, therapists, case managers, education advisors, and care providers.

Working together means we can take a joined-up approach, ensuring that our clients are supported not just legally, but practically and personally.

A Collaborative Approach

The success of a claim isn’t just about what happens in court. It’s also about how well the client is supported in their day-to-day life. That’s why we collaborate with:

• Case managers, who oversee rehabilitation programmes and ensure clients have access to the care packages and support networks they need.
• Physiotherapists and occupational therapists, who help clients regain physical independence and ensure therapies are aligned with personal goals – from dressing independently to returning to activities like swimming or sport.
• Psychologists and trauma specialists, who understand the emotional and neurological impact of injury and support both clients and their families through behavioural changes, trauma triggers, and mental health challenges.
• Creative therapists, such as music or art therapists, who help clients rediscover identity, build confidence, and express emotions that may be hard to verbalise.
• Education experts, who ensure that young people with additional needs receive the right support in school or specialist settings. This includes advising on suitable education placements and ensuring support plans are realistic and deliverable.
• Legal and financial experts, who help plan for long-term care and ensure interim payments are used in ways that support ongoing recovery.

Joined-Up Thinking Makes a Difference

When each part of a client’s recovery is aligned, the legal case becomes stronger and the client’s future becomes more secure. Early and collaborative intervention can lead to better physical, emotional, and educational outcomes. It also ensures that the evidence presented in a legal claim reflects the full extent of the client’s needs – strengthening the case for compensation that truly supports life after injury.

For example, access to therapies and education services can be secured earlier through interim payments – but these are only possible with the input and evidence provided by wider professionals. Likewise, understanding a client’s psychological response to trauma helps our legal teams to communicate more effectively, reducing stress for the client throughout the process.

Building Futures, Not Just Cases

At Switalskis, our role goes far beyond legal representation. We’re here to guide, coordinate and advocate – working with experts across disciplines to make sure every client receives the support they need to move forward.

When professionals across health, care, education and law come together with a shared goal, we can help our clients do more than recover. We can help them rebuild.

If you or a loved one is living with the effects of a serious injury, our team is here to help. We’ll support you with a network of expertise, and with compassion every step of the way.