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Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Trust admits breach of duty
A High Court judge has awarded a young boy with multiple complex needs a £15m compensation care package after the hospital trust responsible for his care admitted that the injuries he sustained at birth could have been avoided.
The child, referred to as ABJ to protect his identity, was born after his mother was admitted to Blackpool Victoria Hospital multiple times in 2008 when she was pregnant with her first child, complaining of vomiting and bleeding.
She underwent tests which indicated that she had a possible infection, but when she attended later the same day having gone into labour, no action was taken to respond to the findings. She was subsequently discharged with her newborn son without appropriate antibiotic treatment being administered.
ABJ was then readmitted to hospital just two weeks later with severe symptoms including swelling and difficulties breathing. He was diagnosed with Group A Streptococcal septicaemia, a type of bacterial infection, which led to a series of life-threatening conditions including meningitis.
Whilst he initially made good progress in his recovery, he has since undergone numerous surgeries and continues to face significant challenges. He suffers from cognitive difficulties, mobility issues, and will require ongoing medical and educational support.
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If you or your child has experienced birth-related injuries due to medical negligence, you may be entitled to seek compensation for the physical and emotional toll it has taken on your lives.
Cauda Equina Syndrome can occur when the nerves at the base of the spine are compressed. It can have a devastating impact on a person’s life, potentially causing life-changing injury, paralysis and incontinence if it’s not treated straight away.
Independent medical evidence is a crucial part of Cauda Equina claims for compensation, as it must be proven that a clinical error happened and that this caused your subsequent health problems.
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As an Associate Solicitor within our Medical Negligence team, Kelly represents clients who have suffered as a result of negligence by a medical professional.
With her experience of Medical Negligence law, Kelly understands that these types of claims can be difficult to deal with. She likes to make sure that her clients feel that they can reach out any time to discuss their claim, ask questions and receive straightforward responses.
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