Serious Injury
What is meant by the term Serious Injury?
Whilst the term itself can mean different things to different people, it generally refers to the following:
• Head & Brain Injury
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Paralysis or Reduced Mobility
• Amputation
• Blindness
• Broken Bones & Fractures
What could be considered as a Birth Injury?
Your Serious Injury (or that of your child) may have resulted from:
• An accident abroad
• An accident in a public place
• An accident at work (including in Military Service)
• A road traffic accident
• A fall from a height
• A sporting activity
Whatever the initial cause, at BRM Legal we know that any such incident can affect your health & well-being, your employment opportunities, your support needs and your overall quality of life.
The nature of a Serious Injury is such that it is life-changing.
It will most probably significantly affect your day to day life and that of your family; you may have evolving healthcare needs and your employment situation may have changed quite dramatically.
There is often a great deal of trauma associated with Serious Injury and that is why it is important that you place yourself in the hands of an expert such as BRM Legal.
Get in touch or make a claim by phoning: 0121 368 2885 or by filling out the form below:
Making a Claim
How do I make a claim?
Simply by contacting us at the first opportunity. The earlier we speak, the easier it is to capture all the details of your case and start working towards receiving the compensation you deserve.
In our initial free consultation we will provide you with all the information you need to pursue your claim and will explain to you how you can proceed on a NO WIN NO FEE basis*.
Where liability has been admitted, we will request interim payments to help with any immediate costs you are incurring (e.g. medical costs, extra childcare, rehabilitation, travel to appointments etc.). These payments are intended to make things a little easier for you at the present time and will be deducted from your final compensation sum.
As well as confirming the validity of your claim in our initial, no-obligation call, we can also give you an indication of the kind of compensation payment you may be likely to receive.
What will it cost to pursue my claim?
At BRM Legal we understand that you may already have been left out of pocket through having to pay various expenses. For this reason we are happy to take on your case on a No Win No Fee basis. This means that you will incur no costs unless your claim is successful*.
Even when you win your case, the majority of your legal expenses will be paid by the other side and any other costs will simply be deducted from your total compensation amount.
*Please note: This is subject to a No Win No Fee agreement having been signed with us (in conjunction with our insurers) and the terms of that agreement having been met by both parties.
How long do I have to make a claim?
The general rule is that a claim must be made within 3 years of the accident or incident however not everyone is aware of the fact that they have suffered through negligence as symptoms may take some time to develop (e.g. in the case of work-related diseases). For this reason, the claim deadline may be 3 years from the date that you became aware that your illness or injury was due to negligence.
There are also a few other exceptions to the 3 year rule which are as follows:
• Those with impaired mental capacity and are unable to make their own claim have an unlimited time to do so
• Children can have a claim made upon their behalf any time up until their 18th Birthday and after this date the usual 3 year rule applies
How long will it take to receive compensation?
This depends on the individual circumstances of the incident in question and whether the other party have admitted liability. The severity of your injury and your on-going recovery and rehabilitation needs will also be a factor in the time taken to reach a settlement as we want to ensure that we include every aspect of your future needs in the final sum, including your on-going rehabilitation and your total loss of earnings.
We will of course keep you updated throughout the process to tell you how your case is progressing and what the likely final compensation figure might be.
How long will it take to receive compensation?
This depends on the individual circumstances of the incident in question and whether the other party have admitted liability. The severity of your injury and your on-going recovery and rehabilitation needs will also be a factor in the time taken to reach a settlement as we want to ensure that we include every aspect of your future needs in the final sum, including your on-going rehabilitation and your total loss of earnings.
We will of course keep you updated throughout the process to tell you how your case is progressing and what the likely final compensation figure might be.
Why should I choose BRM Legal?
At BRM we understand the trauma and emotions which can surround a Serious Injury case. We don’t solely concentrate on the injury caused; we make sure that we consider everything you may be going through.
As well as fighting hard for the compensation you deserve...
Our compassionate team will offer you valuable, personalised support and will assist you in addressing your day-to-day needs, for example, in organising:
• Home Adaptations
• Specialised Equipment
• Transport
• Private Healthcare
• Rehabilitation
• Therapy
Our team have a huge amount of experience in the field of Serious Injury and whilst no two cases are ever the same, we have most probably already been involved in a case like your own and certainly recognise when compensation is deserved.
We know that a Serious Injury claim is not something which anyone enters into lightly and our professionalism ensures that we fight your case armed with knowledge and facts. We do not simply play on emotions; we are addressing genuine wrong-doing.
Focussed On Your Needs
What should I do now?
If you think that your Serious Injury is a result of someone else’s negligence, carelessness or wrongful intent then contact us today. Our friendly, approachable team will listen to your story and will talk you through your options in an entirely free consultation – including your right to pursue your claim on a NO WIN NO FEE basis*.
You can then choose to proceed however you wish, there’s no cost to you and no pressure from us.
If you need our services or simply need help & advice, call us now on:
0121 368 2885