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The birth of a baby should be a joyful occasion. However, complications during labour or shortly after birth can sometimes lead to a neonatal brain injury—a condition with potentially lifelong implications for the child and their family. At Stephensons, our team of specialist clinical negligence solicitors understands the distress and uncertainty such injuries can cause. If your baby has suffered a neonatal brain injury due to medical negligence, we are here to help you seek justice and the compensation you may be entitled to.
A neonatal brain injury is damage to a newborn baby's brain tissue occurring shortly before, during or shortly after birth. This term covers a variety of conditions and injuries, such as cerebral palsy, hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy (HIE), and injuries caused by lack of oxygen, trauma or infections. These injuries can result from delays, errors or mismanagement by healthcare professionals during childbirth.
The effects of neonatal brain injuries can vary significantly. Some infants may experience mild difficulties, while others may sustain severe impairments impacting cognitive development, physical mobility, speech, and vision. Unfortunately, in severe cases, these injuries can lead to lifelong conditions requiring extensive care, therapy, specialist equipment, and support.
If your child has sustained a neonatal brain injury due to medical negligence—such as delayed treatment, misdiagnosis, inadequate monitoring, or substandard care during labour—you may have grounds for making a claim. Compensation can help cover the cost of specialist care, adaptations to your home, rehabilitation therapies, educational support, specialist equipment and ongoing financial expenses associated with your child's condition.
When considering whether you can claim, it is essential to establish that medical professionals breached their duty of care to you and your baby, and that this breach directly caused your child's neonatal brain injury. Our experienced solicitors will investigate your case thoroughly, help gather medical evidence and consult leading experts to determine liability and maximise your chance for securing compensation.
At Stephensons, our expert medical negligence solicitors have a proven track record of successfully handling neonatal brain injury claims. Accredited by the Law Society’s Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme and recommended by the Legal 500, our team provides trusted and compassionate support throughout your claim.
We understand the emotional impact a neonatal brain injury can have on parents and families. Our specialist solicitors will guide you sensitively through the claims process, offering clear, jargon-free advice at every stage. We strive to secure the best outcome for your family, ensuring your child's lifetime support needs are met and easing your financial burden.
Our dedicated medical negligence team will handle your claim from start to finish, dealing with hospitals, medical professionals and insurers directly on your behalf. We will undertake a comprehensive investigation into the care provided and the circumstances of your child's neonatal brain injury, involving expert paediatric and neurological consultants to build the strongest possible case.
At Stephensons, we will support you in accessing interim payments where possible, ensuring immediate financial pressures can be relieved while your claim is ongoing. Our solicitors will negotiate robustly and, if necessary, pursue your claim through the courts to secure full and fair compensation that addresses the complex lifetime care needs associated with neonatal brain injuries.
If your child has suffered a neonatal brain injury and you believe medical negligence could be the cause, contact our specialist team today. Call Stephensons on 0161 696 6165 or complete our online enquiry form, and we will arrange a convenient time to call you back and discuss your claim confidentially and without obligation.
How long do I have to make a claim?
Typically, you have until your child's 21st birthday to make a neonatal brain injury claim. However, we recommend you seek legal advice as early as possible to allow ample time for a thorough investigation and evidence gathering.
How long will the claims process take?
The duration can vary depending on the complexity of the case and the severity of the injury. We aim to resolve claims promptly while ensuring your child receives sufficient compensation.
Do you offer a 'No Win, No Fee' arrangement?
Yes—as part of our commitment to ensuring access to justice, Stephensons offer 'No Win, No Fee' agreements for neonatal brain injury claims, meaning you will not pay upfront costs or solicitors' fees unless your claim succeeds.
How much compensation is typically awarded?
Compensation amounts can vary significantly depending on the severity and impact of the injury. Awards often take into account medical treatment costs, specialist care, loss of earnings, future care needs, and ongoing support requirements. We will advise you based upon the particular circumstances of your case.
If you have further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Stephensons and speak to a specialist solicitor today.
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