Satchell Moran Solicitors
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Wavertree Technology Park
Liverpool, L7 9PG
0151 268 8282
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Satchell Moran Solicitors
10 Dryden Road
Wavertree Technology Park
Liverpool, L7 9PG
0151 268 8282
info@satchellmoransolicitors.com
Childbirth is a time when mothers place their trust in medical professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of both them and their baby. However, when the care provided falls below acceptable standards, the consequences can be life-altering.
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A birth injury claim is pursued when injuries are sustained due to the negligence of healthcare professionals. Common injuries resulting from this negligence include cerebral palsy, fractures, brain injuries, or pelvic damage. When making a birth injury claim, you can:
Compensation for Injuries
When there is a failure to meet acceptable standards of care.
Preventable Harm
Life-altering consequences can be the result of this negligence.
Specialist Solicitors
We help families manage the long-term consequences of these injuries.
Those responsible for overseeing the birth of a baby, such as midwives, obstetricians, or attending doctors, may be held accountable if they fail to meet their duty of care. This includes instances where complications were overlooked or procedures were not carried out correctly.
Gather Evidence:
We’ll work with you to put together all the evidence needed for your claim, including medical reports, photos, incident records, and witness statements.
Letter of Claim:
Once evidence is gathered, we’ll draft a letter of claim to the NHS or your private healthcare provider, showing that the breach of duty directly caused harm.
Response:
By law, the NHS has up to four months to respond. If the provider argues against the claim, we’ll escalate things further.
Compensation Assessment:
Whilst waiting for a response, we’ll investigate the appropriate amount of birth injury compensation for you, dependent on the severity of the injury, money lost, and the long-term effects.
Resolution:
Most cases don’t end up in court, however, should court proceedings become necessary, we will be with you every step of the way. If the NHS admits liability and accepts fault, compensation will be paid by your healthcare provider.
You must demonstrate that the medical professional or institution responsible for your care breached their duty of care during pregnancy or childbirth.
It must be proven that this negligence directly caused the birth injury.
The injury must have resulted in significant harm or loss, such as physical injury, mental trauma, additional care needs, or financial hardship.
Our dedicated team handles a number of birth injury claims. We are experienced, professional and will treat your case with the sensitivity it requires.
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Compensation can help cover medical expenses, lost income, and the effects of pain or stress caused by the injury. It can also provide financial support while you recover as well as in the longer term for serious cases. Mothers must start their claim within three years of the injury. You can claim for a baby’s injury until they are 18 years old.
No, there’s no standard payout for birth injury negligence, since every situation is unique. The amount you could receive will depend primarily on who was affected and the severity of the injuries involved.
Two main types of damages are considered: * General damages: Covering the direct impact of financial losses, such as physical harm and mental trauma. * Special damages: Accounting for financial losses, which may include ongoing medical care, lost earnings, or related expenses.
While every birth injury claim is different, past cases have resulted in a wide range of compensation amounts. Examples include: * Pelvic injuries: £11,000 – £122,000. * Brain damage (moderate to severe): £200,000 – £380,000. * Cerebral palsy injury: £15,000,000 – £25,000,000.
You can claim for a baby’s injury until they turn 18 years old.
