The relatives of Raquel, a 32-year-old lawyer from Malaga, are navigating a complex legal and administrative landscape. Her father, Alberto, has stressed the urgency for a Malaga court to grant them provisional guardianship, a legal status akin to parental authority, which would enable them to represent her in the judicial proceedings initiated in Montoro and manage the necessary financial resources for her medical care.
The guardianship request was filed in early March by lawyer Daniel García Prieto's firm. The lawyer indicated that the court has requested additional family documentation and they are awaiting further procedural developments. This authorization is critical, as it dictates the family's ability to intervene in the judicial process and access aid intended to cover healthcare costs.
“"It's going to be long. Raquel needs help because of Adamuz, and we are in a legal limbo."
The situation is becoming more pressing given the possibility that Raquel may soon be transferred from the ICU to a private facility, which would entail very high costs. Although the insurer might cover some of these expenses, a legal representative is required to manage the process. To date, the family has received 20,000 euros in aid, which they consider insufficient for the scale of the expenses.
Little Teo was born last Saturday, three months after the train accident, bringing a "ray of hope" during this challenging time. Raquel was four months pregnant when the incident occurred, traveling with her partner, sister, and dog Boro. Although Raquel's condition is improving, she faces a long road to recovery. Her partner, Iván, has emphasized the need for all possible resources for her rehabilitation, highlighting that guardianship would not only facilitate the legal process but also ensure the essential financial coverage for her condition.




