HSIB highlights increased risk of maternal injury and death from poor VTE (blood clot) risk assessment and awareness in pregnancy
HSIB (Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch) has published the findings of its national investigation: The assessment of venous thromboembolism risks associated with pregnancy and the postnatal period. As the healthcare watchdog prepares for its imminent transformation to the new, more powerful and independently run HSSIB, the latest report explores the challenges and dangers associated with risk […]
Q&A with Kate Gibbons, Case Manager
Kate Gibbons is a Case Manager with Emma Way Associates. She is a qualified physiotherapist and has worked at several London teaching hospitals. Kate has been a Case Manager since 2007 and specialises in helping people with complete and incomplete spinal injuries, and those suffering with amputation. Kate is highly knowledgeable and uses her positive […]
Latest MBRRACE-UK report warns maternal death rate is increasing
The latest Saving Lives, Improving Mothers’ Care report from maternity care investigator, MBRRACE-UK, has warned that the rate of deaths amongst pregnant, birthing and postnatal women is increasing. Their latest annual report looks at the care received by 536 women who died from 2018 to 2020 during pregnancy, or up to one year after pregnancy […]
NHS Resolution’s Early Notification (EN) Scheme update lacks evidence of early financial help for families after birth injury
The NHS’s defence organisation, NHS Resolution, has published its latest report on the Early Notification (EN) Scheme. The second report: The evolution of the Early Notification Scheme promotes NHS Resolution’s efforts to reduce the length of time that the NHS takes to investigate and respond to maternity safety incidents which have resulted in brain injury […]
Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – Why bring a claim?
https://youtu.be/1HMLUCkKa3E?si=AxFMjqR53OWjA4Dc For those who face physical and / or financial hardship because of medical mistakes it is essential to bring a compensation claim to obtain the necessary financial support to live as near a normal life as possible. Featured people Ben Ireland Associate – Solicitor Ben Ireland is a Solicitor in Boyes Turner’s Medical Negligence […]
Making a medical negligence claim FAQs – Will I have to go to court?
https://youtu.be/RQkATRHnFhU?si=g1jgzlHUTd9RsYy1 It is very rare indeed that a claim goes to trial. Our clients’ claims usually settle successfully without the need for a contested trial. Whilst we cannot guarantee that any particular claim will settle out of court, our experienced medical negligence lawyers take great care in investigating and carefully preparing each claim that we […]
Making a medical negligence claim FAQs – What steps are involved in bringing a cerebral palsy claim?
https://youtu.be/2aDH69qjq9E?si=aIAmRDoIM10C4LOz The first step in bringing a cerebral palsy claim is to discuss your recollection of events with you to obtain an initial understanding of your pregnancy, labour, delivery and your child’s neonatal care, the areas where the care provided might be criticised and the likely consequences of any failings in care. Featured people Vanessa […]
Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – What do I need to prove to succeed in a claim?
https://youtu.be/U2ndvcRkBO0?si=hfbYwUD9Z0RcQWhh In order to succeed in a claim for medical negligence, it is necessary to prove not only that the care was of such a poor standard as to be negligent, but also that the injury arises as a result of the substandard care. Share this article: Related insights Contact us If you have any […]
Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – What does the NHS say about bringing a claim?
The NHS has structures in place aimed at capturing learning when claims arise. The NHS has a dedicated Safety and Learning team which looks at the nature of claims that are being brought to try and identify trends and consider where improvements need to be made. Featured people Ben Ireland Associate – Solicitor Ben Ireland […]
Making a medical negligence claim FAQs – What difference does compensation make?
In medical negligence claims, compensation for serious injury and disability usually includes a sum for the injury, and sums to compensate for financial losses and the cost of meeting the needs that arise from the disability. As a result of the compensation, many of our families have been able to buy and adapt a suitable […]