There is a place and time for everything and this is so true of neurorehabilitation. When someone first has a neurological event it is the misconception that they must have the most therapy possible in…
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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.
If you’re acting as a property and affairs Deputy then you will almost certainly need to submit an annual report of your activities to the Office of the Public Guardian. The first report is usually…
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There is a government scheme called the NHS Injury Cost Recovery Scheme. New guidance is published by the Government every year in relation to the scheme and is applied for by NHS Trusts. As an…
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In 2017, Adam (name has been changed to protect identity) was deliberately struck by a car in a pedestrianised zone whilst on a night out with friends. Adam sustained serious injury; his head took the…
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Personal injury claims are misunderstood. The newspaper stories about the “compensation culture” are based upon a myth. In reality, the statistics show that personal injury claim numbers are dropping. In addition, the Government has advanced…
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Michael Wangermann is a Partner at Brain Injury Group member firm Ashtons Legal where he heads the Injury Services Group. Drawing on over 20 years’ experience helping clients get their lives back on track after…
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MPs have launched an inquiry into the link between sport and brain injury. While the link in sports such as boxing has been self-evident, with serious brain injury and death still an all too regular…
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Shaken baby syndrome is a serious brain injury caused by a form of child abuse where a baby is forcefully and violently shaken – it takes as little as 5 seconds of shaking to cause…
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Anne Sanders has worked as a personal injury lawyer for over 21 years. In this article, Anne talks passionately about her clients and her work with brain injury… I have had the privilege of working…
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If you or a member of your family have suffered injury as the result of a violent assault, then you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injuries from the Government funded Criminal Injuries…
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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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6 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
8 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
9 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
15 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
