Catastrophic Injuries
Sometimes an injury is so catastrophic that it’s clear it will disrupt the rest of your life.
When this happens to you or someone close to you, it’s no comfort to know these kinds of injuries are extremely rare. As well as immediate medical treatment, you need to know how you or your loved one will receive and afford appropriate care long into the future.
Expertise in spinal and head injury compensation
Fortunately, we have a specialist department that deals exclusively and sensitively with catastrophic and serious injury compensation claims. Our solicitors have particular expertise in helping people with spinal and head injuries get maximum compensation.
We are highly experienced at representing our clients in court as well as undertaking mediation and arbitration on your behalf, a procedure which is being used more and more in these highly sensitive cases. If you decide to go ahead, we communicate clearly and promptly at each stage. And with our no win, no fee promise, you don’t have to pay us a single penny unless we win.
Compensation amounts
Catastrophic injury settlements can be significant. After all, they are often compensating you for the cost of any care, special equipment and rehabilitation you might need, now and in the future. The amounts vary widely from case to case. Examples for head injuries include:
Slight damage but recover - £1,000 to £10,000
On-going brain damage - £10,000 to £250,000
Serious brain damage - £250,000 to £1.5M
In your initial, free consultation, we will talk through your circumstances and can often give you an indication of how much compensation you may be able to claim.
Can I claim?
You can claim compensation for a wide range of catastrophic injuries caused by a wide range of circumstances. Please don’t assume there’s no help out there – call us for a free initial consultation and let our expert solicitors guide you through your options.
Wherever appropriate, we aim to secure you a financial settlement to cover:
• 24 hour care and care assessments
• rehabilitation and pain management
• interim payments and structured settlements
• specialist equipment eg for lifting and mobility
• compensation for loss of congenial employment
• financial advice about trusts and Power of Attorney
• settlement for loss of earnings and future loss of earnings.
Don’t try to second guess whether or not you can claim – with our initial free consultation, you have nothing to lose by asking the experts.
• Experienced solicitors
• Clear, sensitive communication
• No up-front fees
• Free initial consultation
• We take on cases others turn away
• Rapid resolution
• Guaranteed no win, no fee – you don’t pay a single penny unless we win
Information
A brain or head injury can be caused in a number of ways. It can be a result of a traffic accident, a slip or trip, from an attack or as a result of medical or clinical negligence. The effects of an injury can vary greatly as well. From difficulties remembering and concentrating to more permanent damage - including physical disability.
A claim for compensation can be made if you or a relative have been involved in an accident or have suffered as a result of a medical procedure. Claims can be much higher than normal personal injury rates and will take into account the type of injury suffered and how it has adversely affected the individual’s quality of life. It will also take into account the costs of any on-going care or medical treatment that might be required.
How Much Can Be claimed?
• Minor Head Injury up to £7,000
• Minor brain damage up to £24,000
• Major brain damage up to £200,000 or more
Contact Applebys' Head Injury Claims Department:
If you believe that you have a legitimate claim for a head or brain injury then contact one of our experienced staff members on the free telephone number or through the online form to the right for a free consultation.
More about Head Injuries
Claims resulting from head or brain injuries can be very complicated and require specialist and expert advice. At Applebys we have highly qualified experts experienced in gaining compensation for victims of head injuries.
Our lawyers are renowned for their sensitivity in dealing with what can be difficult cases, but also have the tenacity to pursue your case making sure you get the compensation you are entitled to.
In addition, in order to make a claim for a head injury you may have to make it within a certain period of the accident taking place – typically three years.
Why Choose Applebys
At Applebys Solicitors we have specialist legal experts who have perfected the claims process so that there's the minimum amount of inconvenience to you. We offer an end-to-end service that ensures that all aspects of your claim are taken care of. The primary goal of Applebys is to make the process of filing a claim as easy and painless as possible. We know that most victims are not experienced in dealing with health care professionals. At Applebys we will work hard for you to ensure there are no undue delays and that you receive all the compensation you deserve.
• Our solicitors are experts in head injury claims.
• 100s of claims handled from all over the UK.
• Talk directly with the solicitor assigned to your case.
• We can get you help with rehabilitation.
• Unlike others, we begin immediately to get a quick and fair settlement.