Medical Negligence
How to reduce your risk of skin cancer as UK cases rise
It’s estimated that around 250,000 people in the UK will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year, with both non-melanoma and melanoma cases on the rise. Excessive exposure to the sun and its ultraviolet (UV) light is a major risk factor for all forms of skin cancer, which means many cases are pre....
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The AvMA and healthcare support
Recognising the vital role of AvMA in transforming healthcare support. As active volunteers on the helpline, we have witnessed first-hand the invaluable impact of Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA). They provide crucial advice and support to individuals affected by avoidable harm in healthc....
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Successful judicial review of Coroners decision for Attwaters
Another great result for Attwaters Solicitors with the successful judicial review of this clinical negligence case. Attwaters Medical Negligence team represented the family of Gabrielle. In this tragic case, Gabrielle died after using her coat belt as a ligature. This occurred&nbs....
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Early detection and prevention of skin cancer: A life-saving lesson
At Attwaters Solicitors we were so concerned to read a recent article in a national newspaper about a terrible case of misdiagnosed skin cancer. In a shocking turn of events, Kay Wootten, a 57-year-old mother of three from Romford, London, recently discovered that what doctors i....
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Inquest concludes multiple failings and neglect contributed to death of a patient under section
Mirren Gidda was instructed by Goksel Karova of Attwater Jameson Hill solicitors to represent the family of Margaret Mary Picton, known as Rita, who, in the early hours of 10 September 2022, was taken to Leigh Moss Hospital in Liverpool under section 3 of the Mental Health Act 1983. Rita displayed ....
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The hidden consequences of lost hospital letters
Attwaters’ Medical Negligence Solicitors report on the Newcastle Hospitals Trust crisis. The Newcastle Hospitals Trust, facing a colossal crisis, failed to dispatch 24,000 critical letters from senior doctors to patients and their GPs. Shockingly this unsettling problem dates back to 201....
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Ockenden report – Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Here at Attwaters Solicitors we have been following the progress of the Ockenden Report with much interest. The campaigning by the affected families has been truly inspirational. The long-awaited report examining the failures of the maternity services provided by Shrewsbury and Telford....
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Elevating Attwaters Solicitors: The Legal 500 recognises exceptional solicitors
The Legal 500, a highly respected legal directory, released its latest rankings, and it’s exciting news for Attwaters! With the Legal 500 Solicitors announcement still fresh, we’re thrilled to share that our Clinical Negligence team has been ranked in Tier 3. Above all this recogni....
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Delayed diagnosis claim
The Specialist team at Attwaters Solicitors are experts in delayed diagnosis claims. We’ve found recently that delayed diagnosis is not as rare a thing as it should be. Doctors and medical staff are generally experienced professionals, and we rightly put our trust in them, however mi....
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Recognising and preventing deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that, if left undiagnosed and untreated, can have life-altering or even fatal consequences. Sadly, there have been documented cases of deaths from the condition due to the failure of medical practitioners to recognise its symptoms; in 2018, a footba....
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Why you should consider making a medical negligence claim
When you or somebody you know is injured due to negligence on the part of medical professionals – the very people whom you have trusted to look after you – the results can be life-changing. Sadly, these injuries often necessitate significant lifestyle changes, which can be extremely expensive t....
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Is your medical complaint grounds for a claim?
The NHS works extremely hard to keep us healthy, with thousands of people receiving exemplary treatment every day. However, medical professionals do sometimes fall short of the standards we have come to expect. If you are unhappy with the treatment you have received, it is possible to make a compla....
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Sepsis – recognising the signs
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that can lead to shock, organ failure, limb loss and even death if not spotted and treated quickly. In this article, we’ll explain what sepsis is, how to spot the signs and symptoms, and why it’s so important to seek urgent medical assistance. What ....
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Birth injury and baby loss: The maternity care crisis
Attwaters Solicitors gives the low down on recent reports of failings in maternity care, which can result in birth injury and baby loss. Are you aware that England’s maternity units are currently facing significant safety concerns? Recent reports from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), England....
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Misdiagnosed blood clot – Know the signs
In a world where busy schedules and fast-paced lives dominate, we can easily dismiss certain symptoms as mere anxiety or stress. The tragic story of Emily Chesterton, a young and talented actress, reminds us of the grave consequences that may follow such misjudgements. Emily’s life was cut short ....
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How to fund a Clinical Negligence claim
If you or a loved one have been let down by a medical professional you trusted implicitly to look after you, it is natural to want justice. However, it’s also natural to feel intimidated by the potential cost of a clinical negligence claim. Fortunately, there are a wide range of funding option....
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Sepsis misdiagnosis back in the news
The tragic story of a young woman left fighting for her life after misdiagnosing Sepsis has hit the headlines recently. This is unfortunately not an uncommon situation. Sepsis is a condition caused by the body’s immune system responding abnormally to an infection and becoming overwhelme....
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