What we can help you with.
We have the highest expertise in handling all head injury claims, including:
- Concussion
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Skull fractures
- Brain contusions and bleeding
- Haematomas (blood clots)
- Diffuse axonal injury
- Hypoxic or anoxic brain injury
- Post-concussion syndrome
Free initial consultation
We assess your claim, and explain your legal rights. You’ll learn whether you can claim statutory benefits such as income support, medical expenses, impairment lump sums, income protection and/or Total Permanent Disability payouts, and/or common law damages (a lump-sum settlement covering all past and future losses).
Lodging your claim
Our team then lodges your claim with the relevant insurer, organises any required medical assessments, and provides ongoing updates to make sure your claim progresses smoothly at every stage.
Gathering supporting evidence
Once lodged, the insurer may request additional examinations or dispute certain aspects of your claim. We carefully review all medical records, reports, and other key documents are collected to support your case.
Negotiation & payout
We handle all negotiations with the insurer to maximise your compensation. If a fair settlement is reached, we finalise payment quickly; if not, we are ready to escalate your matter to court to secure the outcome you deserve.
With office locations in Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba, you can easily meet with us in person. We also provide online or phone consultations, and can even come to you if needed.
Fewer than 2% of Queensland injury lawyers hold this Queensland Law Society accreditation — the highest recognition for proven expertise, professional excellence and ethical standards.
Our priority is making sure you keep the maximum payout. We pay your evidence costs upfront, never ask you to take out high-interest personal loans, and refuse to charge hidden “uplift” fees on your settlement.
You’ll always know where you stand. With regular updates, direct access to your lawyer, and easy access to your documents, the process stays open and stress-free.
We offer holistic support tailored to your circumstances — including the financial, family, and personal challenges that can come with injury, illness or abuse.
Our Mission
“We started Gain Lawyers because we saw an industry putting profits before people. It's time for a change, which is why we focus on your recovery and financial well-being first.
You’re placing a great deal of trust in us to handle important and often complex matters during what can be a very uncertain and stressful time in your life. We take that responsibility seriously.”
Jeremy Roche, Director At Gain
3 most important things to know about head injury law in QLD
Why Gain Lawyers stands out
“I highly recommend Jeremy Roche. His knowledge was incredible and he genuinely cares about you. I found him honest, straightforward and professional. He made everything so much easier and did a fantastic job.”
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Head Injury Lawyer FAQs
A head injury is any trauma to the scalp, skull, or brain caused by external force. This can result in physical, cognitive, or emotional damage. Common causes include car accidents, workplace falls, sporting incidents, and public liability accidents.
Head injuries range from mild concussions through to severe traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). At Gain Lawyers, we look at not only the medical diagnosis but also the effect on your ability to work, care for yourself, and live independently — because that’s what drives the value of your claim.
Yes. If your head injury was caused by another party’s negligence, you may be entitled to a personal injury claim. You may also be able to claim through insurance policies, such as TPD (Total and Permanent Disability) cover in your superannuation, even without proving negligence.
A head injury claim can provide compensation for:
- Hospital and medical expenses.
- Specialist treatment and rehabilitation.
- Therapy, aids, and home modifications.
- Loss of income and reduced earning capacity.
- Ongoing care and support.
- Pain, suffering, and reduced quality of life.
Gain Lawyers ensures every loss - current and future - is properly included so you don’t settle for less than you deserve.
Symptoms often include loss of consciousness, brain bleeds, severe headaches, dizziness, nausea, confusion, migraines, memory problems, blurred vision, slurred speech, difficulty forming words, seizures and convulsions, gait disorders and coordination problems, profound personality changes, and unexpected behavioural issues. These effects help establish the seriousness of the injury and guide the compensation amount.
Most head injury claims take 12–24 months. The timeframe depends on the severity of the injury, how long recovery takes, and whether liability is disputed.
Importantly, claims should not be settled until the long-term prognosis is clear. At Gain Lawyers, we balance getting you an outcome quickly with ensuring your future needs are fully covered.
Usually not. The majority of head injury claims are resolved through negotiation or mediation with the insurer.
Gain Lawyers prepares every claim thoroughly in case court is needed, but our priority is always to resolve your matter fairly and efficiently without the stress of litigation.
Yes - as long as your claim has not already been settled. Head injuries often develop complications weeks or months later, such as cognitive changes or psychological effects.
We work with your treating doctors and independent specialists to make sure these changes are documented and included in your claim.
Yes. Mental health consequences like anxiety, depression, memory issues or behavioural changes are common after head injuries and are included in compensation.
At Gain Lawyers, we highlight both the physical and psychological impact so insurers can’t minimise the effect of your injury.
Gain Lawyers works on a No Win, No Fee basis. This means you pay nothing upfront, and only pay legal fees if your case is successful.
We also cover the upfront cost of medical reports and specialist assessments, which are later recovered from the insurer if your claim succeeds. All fees and costs are clearly explained in writing before you start.
It depends on the severity of your head injury, but usually yes. Head injury victims often have problems with understanding legal or medical advice, giving instructions, managing their finances, or organising their lives. Having a support person is always recommended. In cases where the claimant does not have capacity because of their head injury, a litigation guardian will be required to step in on their behalf. In such cases, the court evaluates any out of court settlement to ensure its fair and reasonable and in the best interests of the head injury claimant before the settlement can be approved. Protocols are in place to not only ensure that compensation is fair, but that its also protected.
Head injuries can change every aspect of life. At Gain Lawyers, we:
- Have deep experience running complex brain injury and concussion claims.
- Work closely with medical experts to prove the full extent of your injury.
- Consider not only your immediate needs, but your long-term financial security.
- Cover all costs upfront, with fees 20–40% lower than large firms.
We fight for the compensation you need to rebuild your life and future.