Our team has many years' experience supporting clients and recovering maximum damages in all types of medical negligence cases.
We pride ourselves on our personal and sensitive approach and always put our clients first.
An important aspect of our work is getting those affected by medical negligence the answers they need. Encouraging hospital trusts to learn from negligent errors helps improve patient safety to prevent injuries happening to others.
We specialise in a wide range of clinical negligence claims in Birmingham, including birth injury claims, cancer misdiagnosis claims, and surgery negligence claims.
If you would like to discuss a possible claim, please contact a member of the Birmingham Medical Negligence team. We are happy to give free initial advice over the phone.
Types of Medical Negligence Claims
Medical negligence can take many forms, and our specialist solicitors in Birmingham specialise in pursuing a wide range of claims. Common types of medical negligence claims include:
- Accident and Emergency Claims: Errors or delays in treatment provided in emergency departments.
- Amputee and Limb Loss Claims: Negligence leading to unnecessary amputation or limb loss.
- Birth Injury Claims: Injuries sustained by the mother or baby during childbirth due to negligent care, such as improper use of forceps or failure to perform a timely C-section.
- Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims: Failure to diagnose cancer correctly or delays in diagnosis, leading to a worsening of the patient's condition.
- Cerebral Palsy Claims: Injuries leading to cerebral palsy due to negligent care during pregnancy, birth, or shortly after birth.
- Delayed Diagnosis Claims: When a healthcare provider delays diagnosing a condition, resulting in harm to the patient.
- Delayed Treatment Claims: Delays in providing necessary treatment, leading to a deterioration of the patient's condition.
- Erb's Palsy Claims: Injuries to the baby's brachial plexus nerves during childbirth due to negligent care.
- Fatal Medical Accident Claims: Claims pursued on behalf of the dependents of a patient who has passed away due to medical negligence.
- GP Negligence Claims: Errors made by general practitioners, such as failing to refer a patient to a specialist or misinterpreting test results.
- Hospital Negligence Claims: Poor care provided in a hospital setting, including inadequate hygiene practices, medication errors, or failure to monitor patients properly.
- Medical Misdiagnosis Claims: Incorrect diagnosis of a medical condition, leading to inappropriate or delayed treatment.
- NHS Negligence Claims: Negligence occurring within the National Health Service.
- Nursing Negligence Claims: Poor nursing care, such as failing to prevent pressure ulcers or not providing adequate post-operative care.
- Obstetrics Negligence Claims: Negligent care provided during pregnancy and childbirth.
- Paediatrics Negligence: Negligent care provided to children.
- Private Healthcare Claims: Negligence that occurs in private healthcare settings, including clinics and private hospitals.
- Sepsis Claims: Failure to diagnose or treat sepsis promptly, leading to severe complications or death.
- Stroke Misdiagnosis Claims: Failure to diagnose or treat a stroke promptly, leading to severe complications.
- Surgery Negligence Claims: Mistakes made during surgery, such as operating on the wrong body part or leaving surgical instruments inside the patient.
Our team is dedicated to providing expert legal advice and support for all types of medical negligence claims, ensuring that you receive the compensation you deserve.
No Win No Fee Medical Negligence Solicitors in Birmingham
At Fieldfisher, we understand that pursuing a medical negligence claim can be daunting, especially when it comes to the financial aspects. That's why we offer a no win, no fee agreement, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). This means you only have to pay towards your legal fees if your claim is successful.
Our goal is to make the process as stress-free as possible, allowing you to focus on your recovery while we handle the legal process.
When you contact us for a free consultation, we will explain our fee arrangements in detail, so you know exactly what to expect before you make a claim. Our experienced team of medical negligence solicitors in Birmingham is dedicated to helping victims of clinical negligence claim the compensation they deserve.
One of the primary concerns clients have when deciding to proceed with a claim is how to pay for it. With our no win no fee solicitors in Birmingham, you can rest assured that you won't have to pay any legal fees unless your claim is successful.
This arrangement allows you to discover whether you may be able to make a no win no fee claim and understand the process off doing so.
Real-Life Client Stories and Case Studies
At Fieldfisher, we believe that sharing the experiences of other people who have pursued medical negligence claims can help explain the process and outcome. Our client stories and insight pieces illustrate the challenges faced by victims of medical negligence and how our dedicated team of solicitors has helped them achieve justice and compensation.
These stories highlight the importance of choosing a specialist solicitor with the expertise and experience to handle complex medical negligence claims.
Client feedback and success stories play a crucial role in building trust and credibility for solicitors offering 'No Win No Fee' services. Our testimonials highlight our commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients and their families.
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For a free, no obligation call with one of our medical negligence experts, please dial 0800 358 3848, email personalinjury@fieldfisher.com, or complete our online enquiry form.
Choosing the right solicitor to handle your medical negligence claim is crucial to achieving a successful outcome. At Fieldfisher, our solicitors have extensive experience and a proven track record in handling complex medical negligence cases.
We aim to secure an early admission of liability from the NHS or private healthcare provider at fault, ensuring that you receive the compensation you deserve as quickly as possible.
We understand that medical negligence claims can be intricate and challenging, which is why it is essential to work with a specialist solicitor. Our solicitors are ideally placed to offer people living in and around Birmingham and the Midlands the very best medical negligence advice. We also work with expert witnesses and gather independent evidence from other medical professionals to strengthen and support your case.
This comprehensive approach ensures that we can accurately assess the impact of the negligence on your life and the treatment you received.
Our commitment to client care includes advice and support around rehabilitation services to help you navigate the challenges you may face due to your injuries.
The amount of compensation awarded for medical negligence depends on several factors, including the severity of the injury caused by the negligence, the long-term prognosis, and the financial losses incurred. Compensation takes into account current and future financial losses, the cost of making home adaptations, travel costs for attending medical appointments, and the impact on daily activities.
Pursuing a medical negligence claim should not affect your ongoing medical treatment. Your healthcare provider is obligated to continue providing you with the necessary care and treatment, regardless of any legal action you may be taking.
Legal aid, provided through the government’s Legal Aid Agency, is only available for certain medical negligence claims. For example, it is available where a child has suffered severe brain injury during pregnancy, birth, or soon afterwards. For other types of claims, you may need to explore alternative funding options, such as a no win, no fee agreement.
Claims for compensation can be brought against any healthcare provider who has a duty of care, including hospitals, doctors, dentists, and mental health professionals. If you have suffered due to poor medical care, you may be entitled to compensation.
The process for making a medical negligence claim involves several steps, including gathering evidence, obtaining medical records, and working with expert witnesses to strengthen your case. Our team will guide you through each step, ensuring that you understand the process and what to expect.
You generally have three years from the date of the negligence or from when you first became aware of the negligence to make a claim. However, there are exceptions, such as for children or individuals who lack mental capacity.
For more detailed information and answers to other common questions, please contact our team of medical negligence solicitors in Birmingham.
Our award-winning team believes in putting clients first. We are dedicated to achieving the best results possible and pride ourselves on our sensitive approach. Any of our medical negligence claims experts below will be pleased to discuss your case and offer free advice over the phone.
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For free initial advice, contact our specialist solicitors today. We offer free legal advice and take on claims on a 'no win no fee' basis.