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When your child suffers an injury due to medical negligence, the impact can be devastating for your entire family. At Stephensons, we understand how distressing it is when medical professionals entrusted with your child's health fail in their duty of care. Our specialist medical negligence solicitors are here to help you navigate this sensitive and complex area of law, ensuring that your child's wellbeing and your family's peace of mind remain our top priority.
Paediatric and child medical negligence occurs when healthcare providers such as doctors, nurses, midwives or other medical professionals fail to meet accepted standards of care during the diagnosis, treatment or management of a child's medical condition. This could involve errors or delays in diagnosis, incorrect medication, mistakes during surgery, or improper management of an illness or condition, resulting in harm, injury or worsening of your child's health.
Cases involving children can encompass a wide range of scenarios, including birth injuries such as cerebral palsy or Erb’s palsy, prescription errors, delays in cancer diagnosis, surgical errors or failures to promptly diagnose serious conditions such as meningitis. Medical negligence involving children can have lifelong consequences, impacting their physical, emotional and cognitive development, making expert legal advice essential.
If your child has suffered harm due to negligence by medical professionals, you may be entitled to claim compensation on their behalf. To successfully pursue a claim, it must be demonstrated that:
At Stephensons, our medical negligence experts will thoroughly investigate your case, gathering evidence from medical records and expert testimonies to support your claim. We understand the emotional and financial strain that such negligence can put on families, and we will strive to secure the maximum compensation possible, helping you to rebuild and regain financial security.
Typical compensation claims include:
Typically, you have until your child turns 18 to bring a claim. After this age, your child then has three years, until age 21, to make their claim. If your child lacks mental capacity, the time limitation may potentially be extended indefinitely until your child regains capacity. However, it is important to seek legal advice as soon as possible, as early investigation aids in gathering critical evidence and securing the compensation your child deserves.
Stephensons is recognised as a leading law firm with extensive experience in medical negligence claims involving children. Our dedicated solicitors hold specialist accreditations from respected bodies, including membership of the Law Society Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme and Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA). Our reputation is built upon our deep understanding of this sensitive area and our compassionate, client-focused approach.
We recognise that each case is unique and requires tailored legal solutions. Working closely with healthcare experts, we thoroughly investigate each claim to ensure your child's current and future needs are fully understood and properly accounted for. With a successful track record in securing compensation for clients across the UK, Stephensons provides you with the reassurance of specialist representation every step of the way.
Our specialist team at Stephensons provides comprehensive legal support tailored specifically to cases involving children. When you instruct us, we will:
Our ultimate goal is achieving justice for your child and providing practical, financial support to ensure their future wellbeing.
If you believe your child has suffered as a result of medical negligence, our expert solicitors are ready to listen and provide professional and compassionate support. Call Stephensons Solicitors LLP today on 0161 696 6165 for your free consultation or complete our simple online enquiry form, and we’ll arrange a prompt callback.
How long does a child medical negligence claim take?
The duration varies depending on the complexity of the case, severity of injuries and cooperation of medical professionals involved. Typically, claims may take several years to resolve. We make every effort to resolve claims as efficiently as possible without compromising the compensation amount your child deserves.
Do I pay any upfront costs to start a claim?
Stephensons normally handles medical negligence claims on a no win, no fee basis, meaning there is no financial risk to you. Our solicitors will clearly explain this agreement during your initial consultation.
What compensation can be claimed for my child?
You may claim compensation for pain and suffering, past and future medical expenses, care and assistance, rehabilitation, loss of future earnings and costs for specialist equipment or adaptations required to support your child's quality of life.
Can I claim on behalf of my child?
Yes. As your child's parent or legal guardian, you can act as a litigation friend and pursue a claim to safeguard your child's best interests until they turn 18.
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