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Posted on: 04 Apr 2024

Solicitors' Guide to Understanding Late Cancer Diagnosis Claims

According to a 2019 study by the British Medical Journal, the average appointment time in the UK is 9.2 minutes, with 2.5 problems being discussed on average. This study suggests that only a small number of GPs feel that this is a sufficient length of time to enable them to undertake appointments and provide a good service – and in that time, GPs will deal with a variety of conditions on a daily basis.

Posted on: 18 May 2023

Can I Claim Compensation for a Diabetes-related Amputation?

If you experienced delayed or improper treatment for lower limb issues caused by diabetes, which resulted in an avoidable amputation, you may be able to make a Medical Negligence claim. Most of the time, the NHS and other healthcare companies do an excellent job looking after people with diabetes, but you shouldn’t have to suffer the consequences if your care fell short of what it should be.

Posted on: 30 Mar 2023

The Dangers of Taking Sodium Valproate During Pregnancy

Sodium Valproate is a drug taken to treat epilepsy and other conditions, but taking it during pregnancy can cause a series of birth defects and other developmental problems in babies.

Posted on: 13 Mar 2023

Brain Tumour Awareness Month 2024

This month is brain tumour awareness month which helps raise awareness of brain tumours and symptoms you should look out for. If you’ve had a late diagnosis, see how we can help.

Posted on: 01 Mar 2023

NHS Trust Given Largest Ever Maternity Care Fine of £800k after Death of Baby

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust has been fined £800,000 after failings in the care of a baby who died after 23 minutes in 2019. The NHS admitted her death could’ve been prevented if staff had delivered her earlier. They failed in their duty of care by missing clear problems and opportunities to save the life of baby Wynter.

Posted on: 10 Feb 2023

Why are Quick Referrals so Important for People with Diabetes Foot Symptoms?

People with diabetes are at more risk of developing foot conditions. These can have severe consequences and can be fatal if they’re not treated quickly. This is why doctors have certain responsibilities when it comes to referring you to the correct, effective treatment as quickly as possible.

Posted on: 04 Feb 2023

Closing the Care Gap: World Cancer Day 2024

On World Cancer Day this year, we’re looking at how we can address the inequity of cancer care through the Close the Care Gap campaign. We talk about your role, the role of healthcare system and your workplace in preventing, detecting, and treating cancer.

Posted on: 19 Jan 2023

Over 10,000 people in the UK could claim given faulty Zimmer Biomet NexGen knee replacements

Over 10,000 NHS patients may be able to claim medical compensation after being given faulty NexGen Zimmer Biomets knee replacements, which could require a secondary surgery. They’re frequently recommended by doctors, but they’ve been failing at an unacceptably high rate.

Posted on: 19 Jan 2023

What Counts As Medical Negligence During Pregnancy?

Many people wonder whether medical negligence can happen during pregnancy. Negligence can happen at many stages due to oversights, incorrect advice and failure from professionals to take into account pre-existing medical conditions and medication.

Posted on: 17 Nov 2022

Today is World Prematurity Day

World Prematurity Day is a global campaign to raise awareness of premature birth and the terrible effects it can have on families. The birth of a new baby is exciting and joyful and for most people is relatively straightforward. But a premature labour can be fraught with complications and difficulties, such as haemorrhages and foetal distress.

Posted on: 18 Oct 2022

Medical Negligence Solicitors’ Response to Plan for Patients

Towards the end of last month, the new Health Secretary Therese Coffey set out her ‘Plan for Patients’ with the intention of making sure that patients are the top priority within our health system.

Posted on: 06 Oct 2022

World Cerebral Palsy Day

Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day, and a valuable opportunity to raise awareness of this condition across the globe.

Posted on: 05 Oct 2022

How Long Can a Medical Negligence Claim Take?

In this article, we outline the key stages of a typical Medical Negligence claim as well as how long each of these steps typically take. These guidelines and should not be taken as concrete timescales. Every case is specific and there are factors out of our control that can affect how long each stage takes.

Posted on: 09 Sept 2022

Can I Claim for Complications Caused by an IVC Filter Fracture?

Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filters are tiny medical devices that are implanted in a vein. They are usually used to prevent blood clots travelling from your legs or pelvis to the lungs. IVC Filters are often used in the treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE).

Posted on: 02 Sept 2022

Review Into Nottingham NHS Maternity Failings Begins

Following a joint investigation by the Independent and Channel 4 News which revealed repeated maternity failings at the Queen's Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital, an independent review led by senior midwife Donna Ockenden has been launched this week.

Posted on: 01 Sept 2022

How Does the NHS Plan to Tackle Ambulance Delays?

As part of its Long Term Plan, the NHS has set out ambitions to eliminate existing ambulance handover delays. This refers to amount of time it takes for a patient to be transferred from ambulance paramedics to hospital staff.

Posted on: 30 Aug 2022

Can I Claim Compensation for a Delay in Crohn’s Disease Diagnosis?

There are sadly cases where people have delays to their Crohn's Disease diagnosis and the necessary treatment, or have been misdiagnosed. Our team could help you bring a medical negligence claim against the GP or hospital/trust who were responsible.

Posted on: 19 Aug 2022

Victims of Infected Blood Scandal to Receive £100,000 Compensation

After decades of campaigning, the government has this week announced that it will be offering £100,000 in compensation to around 4,000 victims of the infected blood scandal.

Posted on: 18 Jul 2022

Nottingham University Hospitals Trust to be Prosecuted Over Baby Death

Having a child should be one of the happiest times of your life, but for the parents of Wynter Andrews what should have been a happy moment, turned into tragedy.

Posted on: 06 Jul 2022

85-Year-old Doctor Sentenced After Causing Patient’s Death

This week, BBC News reported on the sentencing of an 85-year-old doctor who killed a patient during a routine surgery in 2018 after continually lying about his age.