The understanding and treatment of concussions – mild traumatic brain injuries that can damage cells, cause chemical imbalances and disrupt the brain’s normal functioning in various ways – has moved on apace in recent years….
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A new community support centre dedicated to helping those recovering from serious brain injuries can become a symbol of hope and positivity for all those facing the long hard road to recovery, its founder says….
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Opening of PAUL For Brain Recovery Centre marks start of a new chapter for me – and hopefully many others By Paul Spence, official ambassador for Hudgell Solicitors and founder of the PAUL For Brain…
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If there is such a thing as a ‘mild’ or ‘moderate’ traumatic brain injury, concussion is it. Whilst the description may seem to downplay the reality, the coverage of the impact of recurring concussions in…
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Brain Injury Group member firm Hudgell Solicitors work closely with Paul Spence from Hull, a young man who suffered a serious brain injury following an unprovoked attack on an evening out with friends in 2012…
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The Brain Injury Group, a national network of dedicated brain injury lawyers and other specialist services, is to offer a free Legal and Welfare Service (LAWS) at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN), Putney, one…
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The Brain Injury Group has established a free, online legal and welfare advice service (‘LAWS’) to support individuals, families and carers affected by brain injury. “Dealing with the aftermath of a serious injury can have…
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The Brain Injury Group has close connections with Brain Injury is BIG, a support group for people whose loved ones have suffered severe brain injuries. Both entities were formed in 2011, and the Brain Injury…
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Brain Injury Group member firm Hudgell Solicitors undertook research in October 2015 into how people who had suffered brain injury fared when returning to work. The results were disturbing, if not altogether surprising, and reflect…
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The Brain Injury Group is taking part in this year’s Road Safety Week (23-29 November), as part of a national campaign coordinated by Brake, the road safety charity, encouraging people to drive less, live more…
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What is the EHC Needs Assessment?
If a child is not reaching educational targets and outcomes as part of any additional special educational needs (SEN) support provided at school, it may be necessary to request an Education, Health & Care (EHC)…
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What is an EHCP – does my child need one?
If a child is not making as much progress as expected or is failing to make progress at the additional SEN Support stage, then a request should be made to the Local Authority (LA) by…
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What is SEN Support?
When a child is found to be having difficulties with their school work and it is considered that this is caused by the child having Special Educational Needs (SEN), it may be necessary for the…
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