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Posted on: 10 Dec 2020

Ockenden Review Calls for Immediate Action in Maternity Units

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust has been told to implement “essential and immediate actions” following concerns over patient safety in its maternity services.

Posted on: 08 Dec 2020

Why Do I Need a Medical Expert Report When Making a Claim?

A medical expert’s report can be one of the most important pieces of evidence to prove your medical negligence claim. This is a document written by a medical professional that looks at the evidence in your claim.

Posted on: 20 Nov 2020

Medical Negligence Claims v Basildon Hospital Maternity Unit

Our Medical Negligence Solicitors are offering a free claims assessment with legal advice to maternity patients who may have received negligent care from Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust; which manages Basildon University Hospital.

Posted on: 17 Nov 2020

What is Duty of Candour?

Duty of Candour means all healthcare professionals must be open, honest and transparent about the treatment with patients about the treatment they’re receiving.

Posted on: 01 Oct 2020

Cauda Equina Syndrome Day: Causes and Symptoms

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.

Posted on: 14 Sept 2020

Will I Need to Go to Court to Claim Medical Negligence?

Mediation is an effective alternative to a trial in many cases and helps to make sure that less than 1% of cases reach a final Court hearing.

Posted on: 09 Sept 2020

World Sepsis Day: Healthcare Workers Must Recognise Sepsis Signs

Sepsis occurs when the body’s immune system “overreacts” to an infection and can lead to organ failure and sometimes death. Although it’s not always caused by medical negligence, it can be a factor contributing to some sepsis cases, which is often down to a lack of knowledge about the condition.

Posted on: 12 Aug 2020

What Counts as Breach of Duty in Medical Negligence?

When we visit a GP or hospital, we expect a good level of care to be given. But unfortunately, the level of care we receive can sometimes fall below acceptable standards – this is called a breach of duty.

Posted on: 05 Aug 2020

NHS Failings Causing Avoidable GBS Infections in Babies

Newborn babies are being put at risk of death or brain injury because NHS staff don’t always follow guidelines to prevent group B Streptococcus (GBS) infections.

Posted on: 28 Jul 2020

Claiming Medical Negligence Compensation for Hepatitis

If you develop Hepatitis C in a hospital, possibly because of a blood transfusion or an unsafe injection, then you may have grounds to claim compensation.

Posted on: 13 Jul 2020

Why You Should Still Go to the NHS for Medical Care

As Medical Negligence Solicitors, we know first-hand the importance of an early diagnosis, so would strongly urge you to use the NHS services that are available as and when you need them.

Posted on: 01 Jul 2020

Medical Negligence Compensation for Surgical Errors

Medical mistakes can and do occasionally happen, resulting in life-changing injuries for patients. For example, a surgeon may fail to remove surgical instruments, sponges, swabs or gauzes, which can have lasting consequences on a patient.

Posted on: 25 Jun 2020

What Does Causation Mean?

Causation is a term you may hear during a medical negligence claim. It’s when a patient’s health problems can be linked to substandard medical treatment.

Posted on: 19 Jun 2020

Can I Claim for Loss of Earnings in a Medical Negligence Claim?

If you’re unable to work because of clinical or medical negligence, you can claim for a loss of earnings.

Posted on: 26 May 2020

Supporting Families Affected by Maternity Services Medical Negligence

NHS maternity services include the care pregnant mothers receive during the antenatal period, as well as during the birth itself and postnatally. While the majority of NHS maternity services are delivered without incident, it’s not uncommon for mistakes to happened.

Posted on: 15 May 2020

Birth Injuries to Mother Compensation Payouts Awarded

Our Clinical and Medical Negligence team includes specialist Birth Injury Solicitors who have secured millions of pounds in compensation for birth injuries to mothers and their children.

Posted on: 27 Apr 2020

Medical Objects Left inside Patients after Surgery Claims

You may be entitled to claim medical negligence compensation if an object has been mistakenly left inside your body after surgery

Posted on: 24 Feb 2020

Mediation: An Effective Way to Resolve Medical Negligence Claims

A new report by NHS Resolution says mediation gives claimants, patients and their families an opportunity to express concerns that wouldn’t be addressed in other forms of dispute resolution.

Posted on: 18 Feb 2020

Michael Walsh Medical Negligence Claims

Our Medical Negligence Solicitors are currently dealing with enquiries about shoulder surgeon Michael Walsh, and are offering a free consultation for patients treated by Michael Walsh at Spire Healthcare and Nuffield in Leeds.

Posted on: 14 Jan 2020

Claiming Compensation for Medical Negligence in Childbirth

We understand that the idea of taking legal action against the NHS can be unsettling. However this will enable you to fund any care or rehabilitation needs you or your child may have now or in the future