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If you’ve recently suffered a brain injury from a motor accident, workplace accident or any other type of accident, we’ll help you understand your legal rights, options and how much you could be owed.
A brain injury is a traumatic event that damages the brain and we have represented clients who have sustained such injuries as a result of motor accident, cycling accidents, workplace accidents and falls.
Brain injuries can range in severity from mild to severe. Mild brain injuries may cause temporary symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and confusion. Severe brain injuries can lead to permanent disabilities such as paralysis, cognitive impairment, and personality changes.
If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, you may be entitled to compensation. A personal injury solicitor can help you understand your legal rights and options.
The process of filing a brain injury claim can be complex and time-consuming. However, with the help of a qualified personal injury solicitor, you can get the early rehabilitative treatment you need and the compensation you deserve.
When choosing a personal injury solicitor, it is important to find one who has experience in handling brain injury claims. A specialist solicitor will be able to assess your claim and advise you on the amount of compensation you may be entitled to. Contact us for a free and no obligation initial discussion.
The amount of compensation you can receive for a brain injury will depend on the severity of your injuries and the impact they have had and will have on your life. Some of the factors that may be considered when calculating your compensation include:
Medical expenses: The cost of your medical care, including hospital bills, doctor's fees, and rehabilitation costs.
Lost earnings: The wages you have lost and will lose out on as a result of your injury.
Pain and suffering: The physical and emotional pain and suffering you have experienced as a result of your injury.
Care: The amount of professional and/or family care that you will require as a result of your injuries and reduced independence.
If you have suffered a brain injury, you should contact a personal injury solicitor as soon as possible. A qualified solicitor can help you understand your legal rights and options and fight for the compensation you deserve.
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Get in touchA brain injury claim aims to secure financial support that covers both the immediate and long-term impact of a traumatic or acquired brain injury. Compensation encompasses general damages for physical, cognitive, and emotional changes, alongside special damages for practical life requirements. This includes funding for specialist rehabilitation, ongoing medical care, speech and language therapy, home adaptations, vehicle modifications, and lifelong care assistance. Settlements also cover lost past earnings and future loss of earning capacity to ensure you and your family have long-term financial security.
Yes, securing early access to specialist private rehabilitation and support is often a main priority in brain injury claims. Where liability is admitted or established early in the legal process, our personal injury team can apply for interim payments. These advance compensation payouts allow you to arrange urgent care, hire specialist support workers, purchase medical equipment, or modify your living space while the full extent of the injury and final compensation figure are still being evaluated.
If an individual cannot make decisions for themselves due to the severity of their brain injury, the law allows a trusted family member or friend to step in as a "litigation friend". A litigation friend instructs the solicitors, makes decisions regarding the claim, and acts entirely in the injured person's best interests throughout the process. Any compensation awarded to someone who lacks legal capacity is carefully protected and usually managed by the Court of Protection or placed into a specialised trust to safeguard their ongoing care.
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