Medical Negligence
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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