Head & Brain Injury Lawyer — Scotland

Head and Brain Injuries

Head and brain injury claims

Head injuries can vary in severity, from mild concussions to permanent traumatic brain damage.

Watermans understands the seriousness of these injuries. Our brain injury lawyers have the skills and expertise to handle your traumatic brain injury compensation claims and seek the results you deserve.

Common Causes & Types of Brain Injuries

How brain injuries can occur

Head and brain injuries can be caused by various incidents, such as:

• Road accidents: Injuries to passengers, drivers, cyclists, or pedestrians in a road accident caused by another person’s negligence.
• Professional negligence: Brain injuries from surgical errors, delayed diagnosis, or poor treatment.
• Workplace accidents: Failure to provide a safe working environment, equipment or proper training.
• Public liability accidents: Slips, trips, or falls in a supermarket, restaurant or on a pavement.
• Criminal assaults: Caused by violent crimes, such as an assault or battery.

Common types of brain and head injuries

Our head injury lawyers have secured compensation for a wide range of brain injuries. Some of the most common types of head injuries include:

• Non-Traumatic Brain Injuries: Caused by internal factors such as stroke, brain tumours or infections. These injuries may occur in the workplace due to exposure to harmful chemicals that can lead to brain tumours or infections.
• Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): Caused by sudden, external trauma to the head, such as car crashes, falls, or assaults. They can lead to a range of symptoms, from mild concussions to serious brain damage and lost mental capacity.
• Concussions: Occur when the head is subjected to a sudden jolt or blow, such as slips, trips, and falls or being hit by moving objects. It can lead to persistent symptoms, including headaches, dizziness, and memory problems.
• Hypoxic Brain Injuries: Brain injury from lack of oxygen, such as near-drowning, choking, or carbon monoxide poisoning. This can lead to severe brain damage and long-term disabilities.

No matter what type of brain or head injury you or a loved one has sustained, our specialist brain injury lawyers are here to help you claim rightful compensation.

Making a Claim

Who qualifies for a brain injury compensation claim?

To qualify for compensation, you or a family member must have sustained a brain injury due to the negligence or actions of another party.

Our brain injury lawyers are here to help you get maximum compensation, not just for the injury but also for the cost of medical treatment and any lost earnings, both now and in the future.

How do I make a head and brain injury claim?

Claiming compensation after a serious brain injury can be challenging, and that is why you need the support and guidance of a brain injury lawyer you can rely on. Here’s how the process works:

1. Free initial consultations: Contact us by phone, online or in person. We’ll listen to your account, assess the circumstances, and give you clear advice on whether you have a valid claim.
2. Gathering evidence: Our team collects medical reports, witness statements and any supporting evidence. We may also consult independent medical experts to assess the full impact of your injury.
3. Building your case: We calculate the compensation you’re entitled to, considering the pain and suffering, lost earnings, rehabilitation costs and long-term care needed.
4. Negotiation with insurers: Most claims are settled through negotiation. We deal directly with the at-fault party and their insurers to secure the best possible outcome. If a settlement cannot be reached, we’re prepared to take your case to court.
5. Settlement and support: Once your claim is resolved, we ensure that you receive your compensation promptly. Where possible, we’ll also arrange interim payments to cover urgent medical or financial needs during the process.

How Much Compensation?

How much compensation can I claim for head and brain injuries?

The head injury compensation you receive will be dependent on several compensation factors, including:

• Severity of your brain injury: Mild TBI’s such as a concussion, may result in smaller settlements than a more devastating injury that results in permanent cognitive impairment. The long-lasting damage it has done to your life will also be taken into account.
• Loss of earnings: Current and future income will be factored into your claim until you regain mental capacity.
• Care and support needs: Expenses such as therapy costs, medical bills, specialist treatment, rehabilitation costs, and any necessary modifications to your home or vehicle.

It’s important to note that every claim is unique, and the compensation you receive will depend on your specific circumstances. Use our brain injury compensation calculator to get a better idea of the amount of compensation, including any significant interim payments, you might be entitled to.

Why Watermans?

Why should I choose Watermans to pursue my brain injury claim?

Watermans make legal services look and feel easy so people can move forward in life.

Our expert injury team is committed to simplifying the brain injury claims process. We take the hassle from you and fight each case to secure the maximum level of personal injury compensation.

We also provide access to a range of additional services, such as physiotherapy and psychological treatment, to ensure a swift recovery.

Expert Personal Injury Lawyers in Scotland

Our expertise in personal injury claims covers a wide range of areas, including:

• Accidents at work
• Public liability claims
• Road traffic accidents
• Fatal and serious injury claims
• Historical abuse

We represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in compensation for our clients. We work on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means that if your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t end up out of pocket.