Traumatic brain and serious head injuries (TBI) can have devastating effects on the victim’s day-to-day quality of life. But due to the often ‘invisible’ nature of these injuries, cases are usually complex, that’s why you need a specialist personal injury lawyer.
Our firm’s expert team of lawyers have handled numerous high-profile brain and head injury cases and personal injury claims, for both adults and children. Led by Partner, the team diligently and tenaciously represent clients, taking a unique and tailored approach to each case.
Traumatic Brain injury claims are quite different from other personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Clients may present in ways where injury is not obvious, and how they present themselves may even be misleading in assessment by doctors and clinicians. Having extensive experience in the area gives a lawyer knowledge of these intricacies, and what to look for – when they don’t necessarily present themselves.
A client may find their cognitive ability impacted, their personality and behaviour changed, they may experience memory loss, mental health issues, or difficulty communicating. Physical effects might also stem from brain injury, including fatigue, pain, and vision issues. All of the above not only impact day-to-day life, but also might impact a client’s capacity to look after themselves, work, or manage their own affairs. In some cases, we may need to involve the Court of Protection or appoint someone to make decisions on their behalf.
The personal injury lawyer’s role is to achieve the access and means to generate outcomes which benefit the victim and improve quality of life. Such outcomes might include care packages like treatment, support, aids and equipment, and adaptations to the client’s home. We’ve achieved this, and so much more, for many clients affected by traumatic brain injury.