How we can help
Our role is to take the pressure of the legal process away from you, while making sure your immediate and long-term needs are properly understood and ultimately met. We will offer a free, no obligation meeting at a time and place that is convenient for you, including in your own home. We will listen to what has happened, explain your options clearly and work with medical, care, rehabilitation and financial experts to build a claim that reflects the true impact of your injury.
We offer practical support from the outset through our Early Support Service and where possible, we will seek early interim payments of compensation so that you can access the support you need before your claim has concluded. This may include funding the cost of private neurorehabilitation, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, psychological support, case management, professional care, specialist equipment, transport support or adaptations to your home.
Supporting road users after a brain injury
We help people who have suffered brain injuries in many different road traffic accident scenarios, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, cycling collisions, pedestrian accidents, public transport incidents and collisions involving commercial vehicles.
Even if liability is disputed, there were no witnesses, or you are worried that you may have been partly responsible, it is still worth speaking to one of our specialist solicitors. In some cases, compensation may still be available, although it could be reduced to reflect any shared responsibility.
Why choose Bolt Burdon Kemp?
Brain injury claims need specialist expertise from the outset. At Bolt Burdon Kemp, our dedicated brain injury team has extensive experience acting for people with serious and life-changing brain injuries. We understand that compensation is only one part of the picture. The right legal support can also help you access rehabilitation, care, practical support and financial security at a time when your life may have changed dramatically.
Our team is recognised for its work in brain injury and serious injury claims, including by independent legal directories and specialist brain injury organisations. We also work closely with industry leading case managers, medical experts and rehabilitation professionals to make sure every aspect of your recovery and future needs is considered.
What can compensation cover?
Every brain injury claim is different. Depending on your circumstances, compensation will be made up of an award for the injuries suffered as well as past and future losses caused by the brain injury. Losses are usually in relation to treatment and rehabilitation, professional care and support as well as lost earnings, future loss of income, specialist equipment, home adaptations, travel costs, accommodation needs, therapies, professional support, Court of Protection costs and the wider impact of the injury on your daily life, relationships and independence.
How long do I have to make a claim?
In most personal injury claims, you usually have three years from the date of the injuries to start court proceedings. However, different rules can apply if the injured person is a child or if they do not have capacity to manage their own legal affairs. Time limits can be complicated, so it is best to get advice as soon as possible.
