Action for Brain Injury Week 2025

This week marks Action for Brain Injury Week, a national campaign led by the brain injury charity Headway. It is an important opportunity to shine a light on the challenges faced by individuals and families affected by brain injury.

Brain injuries can be life-changing, both physically and emotionally. At Garden House Solicitors, we support clients who are navigating the complex legal and care systems following an injury caused by an accident, negligence, or medical event.

We're proud to stand in solidarity with survivors, families, and those raising awareness, advocating for better support, and seeking justice. If you or someone you know needs advice or representation, our personal injury team is here to help.

This year’s theme, “On a Good Day” resonates deeply — not just with our clients, but with everyone who works alongside brain injury survivors. It’s a powerful reminder that what you see on a good day is not the full story.

As solicitors specialising in serious injury claims, we witness first-hand how drastically a brain injury can alter the course of a person’s life — physically, cognitively, emotionally, and socially.

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Understanding Brain Injury: More Than a Medical Issue

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is not just a medical condition — it's a life-altering event.

Brain injuries are complex, invisible, and often misunderstood. One of the biggest challenges survivors face is how unpredictable each day can be. One day, they may seem upbeat, communicative, and independent; the next, they may struggle with speech, memory, fatigue, or emotional regulation.

This inconsistency can be confusing to others and may even lead people to question the legitimacy of the condition. But, as those of us who work with brain injury cases know, fluctuation is not only real — it’s one of the most debilitating parts of recovery.

Whether caused by a road traffic accident, fall, assault, or an accident at work, the consequences can ripple through every aspect of someone’s life — including their ability to work, maintain relationships, or perform basic daily tasks.

We often represent clients who were leading independent, fulfilling lives before their injuries, only to find themselves navigating a world that no longer makes sense. For them, life has not just been interrupted — it’s been rewritten.

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Legal Action and Advocacy

From a legal perspective, our role goes beyond pursuing compensation. We advocate for early access to rehabilitation, ensure that future care needs are accounted for, and fight for interim payments to help fund therapy, mobility aids, and home adaptations.

Early rehabilitation is especially crucial. The sooner tailored rehab begins, the better the long-term outcomes. That’s why we work closely with case managers and clinical experts to put effective support systems in place from the outset of a claim.

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Supporting Families and Carers

The impact of brain injury isn’t limited to the individual — it deeply affects families and carers as well. They often become full-time caregivers overnight, navigating unfamiliar systems and making difficult decisions under stress.

We help families access community support, secure deputyship orders where needed, and ensure that the injured person’s voice remains at the heart of every legal decision.

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Why ABI Week Matters

Campaigns like ABI Week are essential in raising awareness, challenging stigma, and pushing for improved support services. Too often, brain injuries are misunderstood, invisible, or misdiagnosed. ABI Week shines a spotlight on the real-life stories of survivors and promotes empathy, understanding, and action.

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How You Can Help

If you or someone you know has been affected by brain injury, seek professional legal advice as early as possible. We are committed to ensuring that every brain injury survivor has the legal support they need to rebuild and re-imagine their life.

For a free initial consultation, please contact Garden House Solicitors on 01992 422 128.