Managing compensation in cerebral palsy claims
When a child receives compensation from a medical negligence cerebral palsy claim, we ensure that their compensation is both protected and accessible to meet their needs, now and in the future. From the moment we prove liability in a cerebral palsy claim for a child, teenager or vulnerable adult, we put in place safeguards to […]
International compensation claims for cerebral palsy and child brain injury
When negligent maternity or neonatal care in England or Wales causes a child to suffer permanent disability, they have a right under English law to claim compensation. The same rights apply where the child was injured by negligent care abroad under English jurisdiction, such as an MOD military hospital. Their right to claim is not […]
What is cerebral palsy?
If your child has cerebral palsy and needed neonatal intensive care or cooling after birth or neonatal complications, their cerebral palsy may have been caused by negligent maternity or medical care. During pregnancy and childbirth, you trust your midwives and doctors to provide mother and baby with safe, skilled and competent care. When their care falls short of […]
What you need to know about neonatal meningitis claims
Children who have suffered meningitis, and their families, often need a range of ongoing physical, therapeutic and psychological support. We are able to assist families in ensuring the best possible care for their child through our claims, court of protection and special educational needs teams. What is meningitis? Meningitis literally means inflammation of the ‘meninges’ […]
What are interim payments?
Serious injury compensation claims are complex and can take time to reach settlement even when liability (the issue of who is at fault) has been resolved. Claims involving life-long disability, such as from cerebral palsy, amputation or traumatic brain injury, can only be valued after the injured claimant has undergone a period of rehabilitation or, […]
Understanding sepsis: Symptoms, warning signs and why early diagnosis matters
Sepsis is an extremely dangerous, potentially fatal, medical condition that remains a major worldwide health concern. In the UK, 245,000 people per year are affected by sepsis and there are approximately 48,000 deaths per year related to sepsis. Understanding sepsis, the early warning signs and the importance of timely intervention can be crucial in improving […]
Introduction of the National Cancer Plan
In the UK, one person is diagnosed with cancer every 80 seconds. That is 403,000 people per year, which is a record high. There is therefore an increasing pressure on NHS cancer services, which the NHS is struggling to keep up with. On 4th February 2026, the government published the National Cancer Plan for England […]
Who is at risk of meningitis?
Meningitis can affect people of all ages but it is more common in babies and young children, teenagers and students, and adults with weakened immune systems. When it occurs, the disease strikes quickly, across all age groups, and amongst even the healthiest of people. Meningitis develops rapidly from initial symptoms into a life-threatening medical emergency, […]
Fatal injury compensation when medical mistakes cause a parent or partner’s death
The sudden, unexpected loss of a parent or partner is traumatic for their family, and often made worse by the financial worries that arise from their death. At this difficult time, bereaved families are confronted with the challenging prospect of rebuilding their family life without their deceased spouse or parent, and without the financial income, […]
Erb’s palsy disability support from compensation
If your child has Erb’s palsy which was caused by negligent brachial plexus injury at birth, an Erb’s palsy birth injury claim can provide the practical and financial support that they will need to live life to the full whilst managing their disability. Boyes Turner’s birth injury lawyers know from experience that each child’s Erb’s […]