Brain Injury Claims

Brain injuries are one of the most serious results of any accident. If you are suffering from a brain injury as a result of someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

If you think you may be entitled to bring a claim for your injury, our brain injury claim solicitors in Newcastle are here to support you every step of the way. With over 70 years of experience, we have a proven track record of helping you secure the brain injury compensation you deserve.

If you think you might be entitled to bring a brain injury claim, get in touch with our friendly team today to start the process. Call 0191 232 8345 or fill out our online contact form.

How we can help

At Hay & Kilner, we understand that brain injuries are very complex and that no two cases are the same. As such, we deliver compassionate legal support unique to your situation, specific injuries, and subsequent challenges.

We will guide you through your claim with professionalism and empathy. We promise that you and your family’s best interests are at the heart of everything we do, and all the legal support we provide.

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What are the different types of brain injuries?

Brain injuries can be sudden and have devastating effects on a person’s life. Brain injuries are generally classified into two types:

  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs): Brain injuries caused by trauma and sudden force or impact.

  • Acquired brain injuries (ABIs): Brain injuries caused by trauma and/or non-traumatic injuries like strokes, tumours, aneurysms, and haemorrhages.

Who can make a brain injury compensation claim?

If you have suffered from a brain injury caused by negligent treatment, either via the NHS or private care, and are dealing with physical pain, mental suffering and/or financial loss, you may be eligible for compensation.

You may also be entitled to compensation if you suffered a brain injury as a result of an accident that wasn't your fault i.e. at work or in a road traffic incident

How long do I have to make a brain injury claim?

Under the Limitation Act 1980, you have three years from the date of the injury to bring a valid claim. If the injured person is a minor, this three-year period begins from their 18th birthday and runs until the eve of their 21st birthday.If the injured person lacks sufficient medical capacity to pursue a claim on their own behalf, the three year limitation period will not start to run until/if capacity returns.

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What types of brain injury claims can we help with?

The brain is an extremely complex organ — arguably the most complex in the whole human body. With this in mind, it is no surprise that brain injuries can occur in a variety of ways, leading to different severities of consequences.

Whether your brain injury was caused by an accident that wasn't your fault or medical negligence, we are here to support you.

Traumatic brain injury claims

Traumatic brain injuries are usually caused by external force or impact, such as a bump, blow, or jolt. Common causes include road traffic accidents (RTAs) and falls from height.

You may be eligible to make a traumatic brain injury claim if a responsible party breached their duty of care towards you (like an employer, for example), or if another party was responsible for your brain injuries.

Hypoxic brain injury claims

Hypoxic brain injuries occur when the brain is starved of oxygen for an extended period of time, which can cause long-term or permanent brain damage.

If your injury was avoidable and caused by medical negligence (possibly during surgery, childbirth, or delayed medical intervention), our clinical negligence solicitors in Newcastle can help you to investigate a hypoxic brain injury claim, surgical negligence claims or pregnancy and birth injury claims.

Serious brain injury claims

In the most serious of cases, brain injuries can leave victims with life-changing consequences. Examples include cognitive impairment, mobility issues, and the need for constant medical care and support, to name a few. These consequences can lead to physical and mental suffering, as well as financial loss through the inability to work.

If you or a loved one has experienced this you may be eligible to bring a brain injury compensation claim with the support of our serious injury claims solicitors.

Fatal injury claims

Sadly, brain injuries can sometimes result in death. If you have lost a loved one who suffered a brain injury because of someone else's negligence, we’re here to guide you through the process of making fatal injury claims with compassion, sensitivity, and care.

Why choose Hay & Kilner?

We proudly offer no-win, no-fee legal services for our clients. This means that it won’t cost you anything to investigate and pursue a brain injury claim with us. To begin, please get in touch with our team, and we will discuss your case to determine whether you may be eligible to pursue a claim.

While money can never repair the damage and suffering caused by your or a loved one’s brain injury, we hope any financial compensation which may be awarded to you can offer support, reassurance, and guidance in your recovery.

With our team by your side, you will have full access to comprehensive legal support and compassionate advice. At Hay & Kilner, we take the time to understand each client and their unique story, enabling us to provide the strongest support and representation for your case.

If you cannot visit us in our Newcastle office and are based in the North East, we will be happy to come out to see you.

Enquire for a free initial consultation

If you’d like to make a brain injury compensation claim, trust Hay & Kilner to offer you the best legal support and a successful outcome.

Arrange your free, no-obligation initial consultation today by calling 0191 232 8345, emailing info@hay-kilner.co.uk, or filling in our online contact form.

Meet the team

Lauren Hall
Lauren has successfully recovered substantial damages for clients in respect of clinical and dental negligence.
David Bradshaw
A Partner in the firm, David has over 30 years’ experience working in the clinical negligence field and handles some of the most complex and substantial of our medical negligence cases.
Helen Morland
Helen has a varied and complex caseload with significant expertise in cases involving cerebral palsy, brain injury claims, spinal injury, and cancer.
Michael Scobie
Michael is an experienced solicitor acting on behalf of individuals who have suffered injury as a result of medical negligence and on behalf of families where medical negligence has resulted in the loss of a loved one.
Michael Taylor
As an Associate Michael has assisted clients across a range of clinical negligence claims including catastrophic birth, brain, and spinal injuries.
Sophie Moss
Sophie has a varied caseload with experience dealing with all types of cases. She has experience dealing with all aspects of a claim from the taking of initial instructions and assessment of merits, to preparation of trial bundles and attendances at settlement meetings.
Athena Fernyhough
Athena is a Trainee Solicitor who sits in our Clinical Negligence team.
Sabrina Tang
Sabrina supports all members of the Clinical Negligence Team.
Ailish Simpson
Ailish graduated from Northumbria University with a First Class Masters degree in Law and joined the Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury team in September 2024.
Izzy Robinson
Izzy supports all members of the Clinical Negligence Team.
Nina Kennett
Nina assists all members of the clinical negligence department in a variety of cases

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