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The vast majority of the time, strokes are diagnosed promptly and the treatment provided to patients is to a good standard. Sometimes, however, the treatment that patients receive is unreasonable and this could mean you are entitled to claim compensation.
Examples of claims in relation to strokes include:
If you would like to speak to a member of our specialist team in relation to a possible stroke negligence claim call us on 01616 966 229 for free initial guidance on your options.
Medical negligence claims can be lengthy and complex as the injured person has to show both that the treatment received was not to a reasonable standard and that, as a result, they have suffered an injury.
If you are able to prove this, you also have to look at the value of the claim which requires further investigation if the claim involves a stroke as the injured person may require care, aids and equipment or alternative accommodation.
Sometimes, the injured person doesn't have capacity to bring the claim on their own behalf and we need to appoint a family member to represent their interests as a 'litigation friend'.
If you believe that you may have a medical negligence claim following treatment for a stroke speak to our expert team for free initial guidance on your options, call us on 01616 966 229 or complete our online enquiry form and we will contact you directly.
A stroke is when the blood supply to the brain is cut off causing the brain cells to die. This can lead to brain injury, serious disability and sometimes even death.
The sooner that treatment is provided for a stroke, the less likely brain injury is to occur. There has been a well-advertised campaign from the NHS outlining the symptoms of a stroke as F.A.S.T.
Once at hospital, a blood test or brain scan may be undertaken to determine the type of stroke suffered and what treatment is required.
Treatment for a stroke depends on the type of stroke the patient is suffering from. There are broadly two types: ischaemic stroke (when a blood clot stops the blood supply to the brain) and, more rarely, haemorrhagic (where a weakened blood vessel supplying the brain bursts). Treatment can include medication or surgery to prevent and dissolve blood clots.
Laura Sheehan settled a claim for £940,000 due to a delay in diagnosing and treating a TIA (mini-stroke). The client went on to suffer a stroke and chronic fatigue syndrome which severely impacted her everyday life.
Headway - provides information, support and services to survivors of head injury, their families and carers.
Stroke Association - offering support, information, fundraising and campaigning opportunities to help those affected by stroke.
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