When a child is injured it is a difficult and worrying time for parents as they try to cope with the challenges of dealing with the injury and the immediate aftermath of the accident. Often,…
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Latest news and brain injury articles
Here you can find the latest news about Brain Injury Group and articles relating to brain injury.
Articles are contributed by members of Brain Injury Group, email enquiries@braininjurygroup.co.uk to find out more.
Back in 2011, when Brain Injury Group was formed, a small charity called Brain Injury is BIG was also starting on its journey, supporting families who have a loved one who has suffered a life…
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To many people, the thought of bringing a personal injury claim or any claim for that matter, is daunting so here we will explain what you should expect if you instruct a solicitor to represent…
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With the help of Solicitors from Irwin Mitchell’s Serious Injury team we look at the role of a Litigation Friend. What is a Litigation Friend? A Litigation Friend is someone who brings a claim on…
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In this article, we look at some frequently asked questions about clinical negligence claims. When is it possible to bring a claim for clinical negligence? Where substandard medical care has resulted in an injury, it…
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Brain injuries have an enormous impact on the individual as well as their immediate and wider family. All can experience a great deal of change in their lives, physically, mentally and financially. If the main…
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The role of a case manager is very important when working with individuals who have sustained a brain injury. Their role includes coordinating the services, treatment and rehabilitation required in order to meet the individual’s…
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Personal Injury Trusts are only available to those who have sustained personal injuries as a result of someone else’s negligence and subsequently have made a claim for damages for those injuries. If you have made…
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Rosie Banks, a health and welfare Court of Protection specialist, looks at health and wealth deputyship, what it is and when you might need one. What is a deputy? Deputies are appointed by the Court…
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Stacey Bryant, Partner and Head of Court of Protection at Brain Injury Group member firm Enable Law talks us through the issue of family/friends receiving gratuitous care payments. What is family/gratuitous care? It is very…
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Latest news from The Brain Injury Group
Help after an assault – Jim’s story
Jim (names have been changed to protect identity) was the victim of an unprovoked assault. He was punched, causing him to fall backwards and hit his head on a hard object. He sustained a traumatic…
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A question of capacity – what happens if someone regains mental capacity?
In this article, Elizabeth Metcalfe from Brain Injury Group member and specialist Court of Protection & Deputyship services law firm Hyphen Law, outlines what happens when someone regains the mental capacity needed to manage their…
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Criminal Injuries Compensation Claims
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme, administered by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is a Government funded scheme that is designed to compensate victims of violent crimes. CICA statistics, published by the Government for the…
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4 hours ago
After a brain injury, help and support may be needed from others to manage your day to day needs - a package of care may be needed or you may need to live in a specialist setting. We can help you navigate continuing healthcare funding. https://t.co/PK1xVd625w
After a brain injury, help and support may be needed from others to manage your day to day needs - a package of care may be needed or you may need to live in a specialist setting. We can help you navigate continuing healthcare funding. https://t.co/PK1xVd625w
6 hours ago
We're delighted to welcome two new case management/therapist members this week
Everyday Living Therapy and @UK_CM. Find full details on our website: https://t.co/CEUgOanlZp If you'd like to know more about membership, email julie.mccarthy @braininjurygroup.co.uk
We're delighted to welcome two new case management/therapist members this week
Everyday Living Therapy and @UK_CM. Find full details on our website: https://t.co/CEUgOanlZp If you'd like to know more about membership, email julie.mccarthy @braininjurygroup.co.uk
7 hours ago
Membership renewals continue - delighted to be working for a further 12 months with @BTIndividuals, @HatchBrenner, @Davey_Law, @Bevirs and @ForthsForensic. Find out more about our members on our website https://t.co/63crPyJx0k
Membership renewals continue - delighted to be working for a further 12 months with @BTIndividuals, @HatchBrenner, @Davey_Law, @Bevirs and @ForthsForensic. Find out more about our members on our website https://t.co/63crPyJx0k
13 hours ago
Its #HatsforHeadway day today! To make a quick, easy donation of £5, £10 or £20: Text HFHW5 to 70085, Text HFHW10 to 70085, Text HFHW20 to 70085 https://t.co/mpp2O7GBvB
Its #HatsforHeadway day today! To make a quick, easy donation of £5, £10 or £20: Text HFHW5 to 70085, Text HFHW10 to 70085, Text HFHW20 to 70085 https://t.co/mpp2O7GBvB
1 day ago
We're excited to be back meeting people in person at our training day in Milton Keynes on 28 June, in collaboration with @Bush_Company. Places are selling fast and there's now very limited availability - visit our website for more information. https://t.co/rsDc9trNWd
We're excited to be back meeting people in person at our training day in Milton Keynes on 28 June, in collaboration with @Bush_Company. Places are selling fast and there's now very limited availability - visit our website for more information. https://t.co/rsDc9trNWd
1 day ago
Archive sounds to help dementia and brain injury patients in new Sounds Around game with NHS – Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust https://t.co/xEOCXJHs4X
Archive sounds to help dementia and brain injury patients in new Sounds Around game with NHS – Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust https://t.co/xEOCXJHs4X
