Who Can Make Brain Injury Claims And How?

Injuries to the brain are among the most serious one can sustain, as more often than not, they can be the most life-changing, with a drastic long-lasting effect on an individual’s life and livelihood. Also as defining can be the outcome of a brain injury claim, so it very important to choose your injury solicitor very carefully – you could make a mistake and miss out on getting the maximum compensation.

Brain injuries can be sustained in any way you can sustain any personal injury, from road traffic accidents and bicycle accidents, to accidents in the workplace and even assault. They can even be sustained by clinical negligence (such as surgical error) or by falling over on a public road or slippery surface. The range of knock-on effects, however your injury was sustained, is also as vast.

Since the brain is a very delicate and intricate part of the body, “the same” brain injury can affect people in different ways. The brain regulates motor skills, cognitive ability, use of speech, breathing, hormonal balances and even metabolism, which means that any of these functions can be affected by an injury to the brain – ranging from the slight to severe.

When pursuing a claim for brain injury, should be sure that the solicitors acting on your behalf has history of dealing with brain injury claims, with a proven track record of resolving cases in court. The brain injury charity, Headway can recommend a number of solicitors if you don’t know who to turn to, and they also can offer a range of support and advise you on the process of pursuing litigation.

It is also advisable to select a solicitor who is registered with the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), who prescribe codes of practice and standards solicitors must adhere to when pursuing a brain injury claim.

Making brain injury claims can be a difficult process so should always be done with the help of a trained solicitor