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Case Study | 12:11:24

Six-figure settlement and justice secured for widow of former Chipping Norton Tweed Mill worker.

Mr. H, a fit and active 72-year-old, was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma following an emergency hospital admission due to a collapsed lung. This diagnosis was a shock to him and his wife, especially as...

Opinion | 11:11:24

From the pond into the sea: are lessons being learned on smoothing the transition from child to adult health services?

The transition from child to adult health services is a hot topic both in the UK and globally. In August 2024, the Colin Farrell Foundation was launched on the other side of the Atlantic...

Case Study | 29:10:24

Over £400k in compensation secured for negligent repair of a fourth degree perineal tear

Rebecca Callard and Hannah Blackwell secured a lump sum payment of £360,000 (plus recoverable benefits) for a 27 year old mum of two for the physical and emotional damage she sustained in during, and following, the birth of her first child.

Case Study | 23:10:24

£50,000 settlement for woman whose dentist failed to diagnose and treat periodontal disease.

Samantha Swaby acted for a client who had been with her childhood dentist since she was 4 years old and she had a very good relationship with him. Our client had no reason to...

Case Study | 08:10:24

Six-figure settlement secured for widow whose husband died after exposure to asbestos in the 1960s and 70s

We were first instructed by Trevor John shortly after his diagnosis with mesothelioma, an aggressive form of cancer which is caused by asbestos exposure. Trevor had spent the 1960s and 70s working as a...

Opinion | 08:10:24

Is the incidence of Erb’s palsy being reduced?

As we look at raising awareness of Erb’s palsy injuries, (also known as obstetric brachial plexus injuries (OBPI), I was interested to find out the current midwifery perspective in relation to it.

Opinion | 04:10:24

How can weight loss help to manage diabetes?

Most people who undergo weight loss surgery want to change their lives, improving both their physical and mental health. However, weight loss surgery is not straight forward, and when things go wrong it can be devastating. Before undergoing surgery, it is important to have an awareness and understanding of the risks involved.

Opinion | 01:10:24

Sleeve gastrectomy – What you need to know before surgery.

However, weight loss surgery is not straight forward, and when things go wrong it can be devastating. Before undergoing surgery, it is important to have an awareness and understanding of the risks involved.

Podcast | 01:10:24

Is the new CES pathway working?

This podcast transcript has been edited in places for readability. You can also listen to our podcast on your podcast platform of choice – find it here > In this episode we’re joined by...

Opinion | 30:09:24

Weight loss surgery & malabsorption – What you need to know.

Most people who undergo weight loss surgery want to change their lives, improving both their physical and mental health. However, weight loss surgery is not straight forward, and when things go wrong it can be devastating. Before undergoing surgery, it is important to have an awareness and understanding of the risks involved.

Opinion | 30:09:24

Dumping Syndrome – What you need to know.

Dumping syndrome commonly occurs after certain types of surgeries, notably bariatric surgery. The primary cause is the rapid gastric emptying of undigested food into the small intestine, triggering difficult and debilitating symptoms.

Opinion | 24:09:24

MNSI National Learning Report. Will recommendations actually be implemented?

In May 2024 the MNSI (Maternity & Newborn Safety Investigations) body published a report giving an overview of primary themes and outcomes from 92 maternity investigation reports (these are cases who meet the strict criteria for referral to MNSI investigators).

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