Head Injury Solicitors Newcastle

“Professional, caring and understanding manner. Offered expert advice throughout my personal injury claim.” – Kelly W.

“I cannot recommend them enough – from start to finish they were amazing and understanding of my needs.” – Tracey P.

“If ever I need legal help or assistance in the future, I will be certain to get in touch with Beecham Peacock again.” – Ian H.

“The team’s expertise and guidance helped me navigate my personal injury claim. Very responsive and always at the other end of the phone. Really pleased with the outcome.” – Brian K.

“Very professional and kind in my case of a personal injury.” – Rachel P.

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Types of head injury

Beecham Peacock can assist with claims for head injuries sustained for a variety of different reasons – including but not limited to:

• Road traffic accidents
• Cycling accidents
• Accidents at work
• Following a fall while working at height
• A slip, trip or fall
• As a victim of crime, such as common assault
• As a result of medical negligence.

A head injury claim can be made for both serious and minor injuries – ranging from mild concussion or bruising to fractured skulls, severe lacerations and more.

Even minor head injuries often cause long-lasting symptoms that can affect your day-to-day life – including headaches, dizziness and vision problems. Our head injury solicitors for Newcastle and the North East can help you get the compensation you are entitled to following the onset of these symptoms.

Brain injuries

Serious head injuries can result in brain injuries and traumatic brain damage – Beecham Peacock can help you make a brain injury claim.

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Personality and behaviour changes

Following a head injury – particularly a traumatic blow to the head – you may experience changes to your usual personality and behaviour patterns. Our experienced team can help you claim compensation for the emotional and financial toll that these changes can incur.

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Making a head injury claim

In order to make a head injury claim, you must have suffered a head injury due to somebody else’s negligence. The head injury claim must be made within three years of the accident. However, more time may be granted if:

• The injured party is a child
• The injured party cannot manage their legal affairs due to their head injury.

The compensation that you stand to receive for your head injury will depend on the impact on your day-to-day life, the severity of the injury, and the recovery timeline. Beecham Peacock’s head injury solicitors have a wealth of experience supporting a variety of claims. We can help you get the compensation you deserve – simply get in touch today.

Head injury compensation

There are a number of head injury-related issues that you can claim compensation for, including but not limited to:

• Pain and suffering – both physical and mental
• Financial loss (due to an inability to work)
• Surgery, treatment or medication fees
• Essential home care or specialist medical equipment
• Essential home alteration – such as the installation of handrails, stairlifts and more.

What documentation do I need to support my head injury claim?

In order to make your claim, you will need to provide significant evidence – examples of admissible evidence include:

• Photographic or video evidence of the accident scene and your head injury
• Dashcam footage or CCTV
• Eyewitness accounts
• An accident report, if you were injured at work
• Medical records relating to your head injury
• Evidence of any financial losses, such as payslips or bank statements.

Head injury FAQs

Can I make a claim if my head injury is only partially someone else’s fault?

Yes, a claim can still be made if your day-to-day life or general health has been significantly affected. The compensation may be reduced due to ‘contributory negligence’, which acknowledges shared responsibility.

Can I make a claim for side effects caused by my head injury?

Yes, you can claim for debilitating side effects – including, but not limited to, severe headaches, dizziness and vision disturbances.

How serious does my head injury have to be in order to make a claim?

Beecham Peacock can support you to make a head injury claim for both minor and severe injuries – contact our expert team to discuss your specific case today.

Can I make a brain injury claim on behalf of a loved one?

Trusted family members and carers have the right to claim on behalf of someone who is deemed to have diminished mental capacity as a ‘litigation friend’.

Head injury lawyers for Newcastle and the North East

Our experienced head injury team can help you claim the compensation you deserve following both minor and severe head injuries. Get the justice you deserve – contact the Beecham Peacock team now.

Call: 0191 232 3048
Email: enquire@beechampeacock.co.uk
Visit: 2nd Floor South, New England House, 10 Ridley Place, Newcastle, NE1 8JW.