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Addressing fear culture in maternity services critical to preventing birth injuries in 2021

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The Morecambe Bay maternity scandal came to light in 2015. Sadly since then, three investigations have been launched into the care delivered in three NHS Trusts across England and Wales. The coronavirus pandemic placed the NHS in the spotlight with a greater appreciation felt for our free national health service however, fear has been identified … Read more

The families hurt by medical negligence need transparency to heal

The NHS successfully treats millions of patients every year. In a small number of cases however, avoidable errors occur leaving families devastated and needing answers. In these circumstances, transparency and empathy from the start from the medical professionals involved is essential to the healing process of those affected. We represent families who contact us in … Read more

Families affected by a birth injury suffer for life

Preventable birth injuries thankfully rarely occur with most babies delivered safe and well. For the small minority who are affected by an avoidable incident however, the physical and psychological effects are lifelong and impact every area of a family’s life. Taking place before, during or just after birth, a significant birth injury can lead to … Read more

Lancashire Evening Post, 11 June 2019

We were very pleased to secure a £multi-million settlement for our client following an entirely preventable birth injury. The compensation will help to give the family a better quality of life and the support to pay for all the care needed.

WalesOnline, 31 May 2019

The families who ask for our help following medical negligence are significantly traumatised. What they really need, but rarely receive, is a heartfelt apology from those who have failed in their duty of care. Read our piece on WalesOnline.

Blackpool Gazette, 22 May 2019

We were deeply saddened to represent another family who suffered a loss due to Blackpool Victoria Hospital’s failure to treat sepsis in line with national guidelines. The same coroner who found the hospital’s neglect contributed to this client’s death, made the same finding almost exactly one year ago for another of our clients.

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