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Following a brain injury, it’s not unusual for an individual to suffer a change to their sense of taste and smell. The olfactory nerves sit at the base of the brain’s frontal lobes, behind the…
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When an accident occurs which results in a serious injury, there will be times when the injured person passes away before their claim for damages is finalised. Their injuries may mean life expectancy is shortened,…
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When you think of a brain injury, you are likely to think it has been caused by a trauma or injury to the head, but this isn’t always the case. Some brain injuries can also…
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If you have suffered a brain injury as a result of an accident or negligent medical care, funding a claim for compensation can be a major concern and is one of the most commonly asked…
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We have all been told at one point or another that we should make a Will, but do we really know whether this is necessary? What is a Will? A Will is a legal document…
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For this article we thought it would be useful to identify common reductions made by the SCCO when assessing your costs and, perhaps more helpfully, to suggest ways in which you can seek to mitigate…
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Deborah Hale, from Westcountry Case Management talks about her experience and passion for housing adaptations; working with clients, housing associations, architects and grants officers to provide solutions for disabled people in the place where it…
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Today, Paul is a successful founder of a brain injury charity, public speaker and an advocate for victims of brain injury, and through his works he provides valuable insight into the challenges faced during the…
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One of the most common symptoms following a brain injury is fatigue. Fatigue is a feeling of exhaustion or extreme tiredness. The degree experienced does not necessarily depend upon the severity of the brain injury…
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Many people describe changes in relationships following a brain injury – you may not hear from friends, former colleagues or family members as much. Communication problems can make it difficult to say words and express…
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