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Members of UK's Armed Forces know that they are at risk of harm from military action every day they are on active service but, aside from injury caused in such a way, there are other instances which could result in a brain damage claim being made.
Traumatic brain injury, such as that endured by soldiers hurt in an explosion, is similar to that incurred through vehicle accidents or falls from height, situations which can occur during every-day life or through a military accident while training.
In the case of a life-threatening head injury, immediate medical treatment may make all the difference to survival rates and the degree of continuing disability.
Where road traffic accidents or falls have been the cause of brain damage, it can sometimes be difficult to diagnose. A lack of blood supply to the head can cause pressure inside the skull to rise dangerously and this may not always be obvious.
Concussion is the name for the milder form of brain injury which can result from a less severe blow to the head but, nonetheless, it can have long-term medical effects on the victim.
One problem with recognising and treating concussion is that, often, the damage is not visible on an MRI or CAT scan which is usually used as part of the diagnosis. Symptoms may include headache, confusion, blurred vision, ringing in the ears and difficulties with concentration or memory.
As with more serious brain damage, concussion can occasionally lead to significant changes in mental abilities and personality.
The speed of recovery from head injury and future health of a patient is hard to predict but after any immediate surgery, a period of mental and/or physical rehabilitation will be needed as well as medication for pain, headaches and depression.
Treatment of soldiers who have been injured on the front line is the best possible in the circumstances and emergency techniques learnt by medical staff tending them have been carried over into civilian care of trauma victims, meaning even quite severely injured people now have a greater chance of recovery than in the past.
Service personnel who have been injured in a military accident or otherwise as a result of their work are eligible for compensation through the Government's official Armed Forces scheme. A personal injury lawyer can be instructed on behalf of the victim to help achieve the largest possible damages to assist with adjustment to civilian life if it is not possible to continue with a career in the Army, Navy or RAF.
For anyone who has suffered a brain injury through a workplace accident, car crash or other incident which was not the fault of the victim, representation by a specialist PI solicitor is the best way to achieve justified financial compensation for the drastic change in lifestyle which can result from a head injury.
Making a brain damage claim with YouClaim
Because of the lengthy treatment and rehabilitation needed for anyone who has suffered severe or mild brain damage, it is important that any compensation payment takes into account the need for continuing medical, practical and financial help to assist in the best-possible recovery.
The experienced solicitors of YouClaim have wide experience in helping a variety of claimants who have suffered from a head injury in an accident and they can, almost certainly, help you or a close loved one.
With a sympathetic attitude allied to the highest professional standards, you can be sure of the best of attention from every member of our legal team.
To find out more about our special brain damage claim service, you can use echat, ask us to call you back at a convenient time or send us brief details through the online inquiry form on this page. You can also telephone YouClaim directly on 0800 10 757 95
