A brain injury can change life suddenly. Feeling overwhelmed, confused or uncertain is completely normal.
This page brings together the support available to you through Headway Devon and Thompsons Solicitors, whether you are in hospital or adjusting to life at home.
Our aim is simple: clear information, calm reassurance, and support at your pace.
Thompsons Solicitors works closely with Headway Devon, which provides emotional support, practical guidance, and specialist help for people affected by brain injury.
As part of this partnership, we are proud to support and help fund a new hospital-based Clinical Lead role.
The Clinical Lead is an experienced Neuro Occupational Therapist who works directly with patients and families, offering:
Headway Devon also connects families to Headway UK, which offers national information and emergency grants for travel, parking and essential costs.
headwaydevon.org.uk
01392 211 822
info@headwaydevon.org.uk (you may speak with Beth or Debbie)
At Thompsons, we understand how life-changing a brain injury can be.
Our serious injury specialists have decades of experience supporting individuals and families through complex and traumatic circumstances. Our focus is always on:
Patients will usually be able to access some level of rehabilitation through the NHS. However, early access to high-quality, specialist rehabilitation can make a significant difference to recovery outcomes. Where appropriate, we can help secure funding to ensure individuals receive the best possible rehabilitation, tailored to their needs from the earliest stages.
Some people want early reassurance around legal or practical matters. Others prefer to wait until things feel more settled. Either approach is completely okay.
We’re here when you want to speak to us, not before.
Learn more about how we support people with serious and traumatic brain injuries:
Our lawyers work regularly with Headway and NHS rehabilitation teams across the region, helping clients access support from day one of their recovery.
Our highly experienced team can help you and your family get brain injury compensation to fund medical treatment and rehabilitation, as well covering the costs of any lifestyle changes required following a brain injury.
We can help you make a claim on a no win, no fee basis, so you won’t have to pay legal fees unless your claim is successful.
Wherever possible, we will also seek interim payments to provide you with financial support while you await the outcome of your case.
South West Brain Injury Team:
You can speak to any member of the team for free, no-obligation initial guidance.
You can read real experiences from people we’ve supported after life-changing injury:
Patrick was working on a scaffolding gantry when it gave way; he fell 23 feet to the ground. His injuries were so severe that his family was told he would not survive. Hear more about Patrick's story and how Thompsons helped him below.
In July 2016, at just 17 years old, Joseph was involved in a severe industrial accident at a factory in Washington. An electrical cabinet, weighing approximately a quarter of a tonne, fell on him, causing a traumatic head injury. The injuries Joseph sustained have left a lasting impact on his eyesight, taste, hearing, balance, and speech. Despite these challenges, he set his sights on rebuilding his life, turning to his newfound passion for comic books. Our legal team worked diligently to secure interim payments, ensuring Joseph could access the specialist therapies and equipment essential for his recovery while his claim against his former employer was still pending. Thanks to the secured funds, Joseph accessed comprehensive rehabilitation services, including a residential stay at Calvert Reconnections in Cumbria and specialised physiotherapy at Optimise Neuro Rehabilitation Centre Crawcrook. Living in a shared student house with the support of a dedicated care team, Joseph is optimistic about his future. He is working towards his goal of publishing an online graphic novel. Reflecting on his journey, Joseph expressed gratitude for the unwavering support from our team, which was instrumental in his university success.
I cannot recommend Thompsons highly enough – they really know what they are doing and were there for me whenever I needed them.Our Client, Joe
Thanks to the Thompsons team and their negotiating skills, the funds are there to make sure Robin is looked after for the rest of his life.Our Client, Robin's Dad
Right through to the day my case was settled, Thompsons Solicitors looked after me, they kept fighting to get the level of compensation that would help me live my life independently.Our Client, Mark
As well as providing expert legal advice and representation, we also work closely with brain injury specialists who provide additional support to our clients, including:
Practical and emotional support for people with brain injuries and their families.
headwaydevon.org.uk | 01392 211 822 | info@headwaydevon.org.uk
National information, helpline and emergency assistance grants.
headway.org.uk
Clear guidance on serious injury claims, rehabilitation and financial support.
Relevant NHS resource links will be placed here when available.
Your recovery.
Your pace.
Your choices.
Headway Devon and Thompsons Solicitors are here to support you and your family — in hospital, at home and at every stage of your recovery.