How our hospital negligence solicitors can help
If you have experienced neglect while in the care of a hospital, it is likely to have a significant impact on your quality of life, if not physically then certainly emotionally. Not only have you experienced care that falls short of the standards you have every right to expect, but you have been let down by the very professionals you put your trust in.
Even if everything goes smoothly, going to the hospital for medical care is a stressful and anxious experience. Fortunately, in the vast majority of situations, professionals at both NHS and private facilities provide the best possible care, acting with compassion, competence, and conscientiousness. Unfortunately, however, this is not always the case.
Injuries arising from lack of care, premature discharge and even death are all outcomes of hospital negligence. While medical negligence doesn’t have to take place within the confines of a hospital, there are certain elements of neglect that are more common in a hospital setting. You can find examples of these below.
The medical negligence solicitors at Alsters Kelley are experts in pursuing legal claims arising from neglect in healthcare settings. Our No Win, No Fee (also known as a conditional fee agreement) hospital negligence process allows you to receive financial compensation without worrying about the up-front costs, so you can get back on your feet.
Are Alsters Kelley the right hospital negligence solicitors for me?
- Access to accredited specialist solicitors
- We will visit you if you are unable to attend our offices
- No financial risk with our No Win, No Fee promise
- You will pay nothing if your claim is unsuccessful
- Insurance protection against all legal costs and disbursements
Hospital negligence claims we can help with
Hospital neglect
Hospital neglect covers a wide range of errors that may take place in a hospital environment, including prescription errors, diagnostic errors and failure to provide adequate care.
If you have experienced neglect but are unsure whether you have grounds for a claim, speak to one of our solicitors today to ascertain the likelihood of winning a legal claim against your hospital.
Hospital negligence resulting in death
While rare, death due to hospital negligence does happen in the UK and is devastating for the families of those involved. Whether due to incorrect treatment being given, incorrect resuscitation notes or failure to provide adequate sustenance, the number of people whose death involved medical negligence as a contributing factor is in the tens of thousands per year.
At this difficult time, justice in the eyes of the law and relevant compensation can bring peace to an otherwise incredibly painful period.
Negligent discharge from hospital
From general practitioners to hospital consultants, all medical professionals owe a duty of care to their patients. One aspect of this care is the duty to offer medical treatment for as long as it is needed in a hospital setting.
When a patient who has been discharged from the hospital develops a condition that could have reasonably been avoided by remaining longer in the hospital, it is considered negligence. Speak to an expert negligence solicitor for more information.
Pressure sores and bedsores
One of the most obvious physical signs of hospital neglect, bedsores are damage to the skin and underlying tissue, usually as a result of the patient being unable to change positions.
Preventing further damage to an already ill patient is one of the most basic standards of care you should expect from a health professional. If your hospital has failed to provide this most rudimental level of care, you may deserve compensation.
Call now 01926 356 030 to arrange a free consultation with one of our experienced medical negligence lawyers at any of our six offices.
You can also join us at our Medical Negligence free drop-in sessions every third Wednesday of the month from our Nuneaton office.
What our clients say about the Alsters Kelley hospital negligence team
It’s hard to find the right words to thank you for everything you’ve done for our family over the past 15 years. Your dedication, expertise and unwavering support has guided us through some incredibly difficult times, and we will always be grateful.
Winning two negligence claims is no small achievement, but what has meant even more to us is the care, patience, and kindness you’ve shown every step of the way. Your experience truly shines through in all that you do, and it has made such a difference to our lives.
Over the years, you’ve become so much more than our solicitor – you’ve become part of our family. That means more to us than we can properly express. As much as we would love to see you again, we sincerely hope it won’t be under any more negligence circumstances!
With our heartfelt thanks and appreciation.
Mrs M, June 2026, Medical Negligence
We have dealt with Alsters Kelley a couple of times. The most recent solicitor who dealt with our case was Rachael Flanagan, who was very professional, explained everything so we understood what was going on and kept us well informed. Rachael is definitely a credit to the company!
M Hall, February 2024, Medical Negligence
Rachael provided an excellent service to me with the help of her colleague Joanne Davies and the fabulous receptionist team.
M Hall, February 2024, Medical Negligence
Excellent service from when Natasha Golding took over my case in May 22. Her care, knowledge, professionalism and excellent communication kept me positive to the end. Thank you very much.
CB, October 2023, Medical Negligence
I came to Alsters Kelley for help with a medical negligence claim. I was put in contact with Haidee Vedy who looked after me from day one and stuck by my side through thick and thin. I had a very complex case but that never made Haidee waver, she always made me feel safe and looked after. My barrister was Karl Hurst from N’o 5 Chambers Birmingham, he too like Haidee made me feel very well looked after. Together they built a wonderful team of people who built a wonderful case with a substantial outcome for me. We will forever be grateful to Alsters Kelley. Highly recommend.
Tina, March 2022, Medical Negligence
I would like to take the opportunity to say a massive thank you to you Haidee and to Counsel for achieving a great outcome for my son yesterday. I really appreciate all the time and dedication you have put into this case over the past years, it really means more than I could ever express. To know that my son can continue to have the care and support for the rest of his life especially when I’m no longer here is such a huge relief. I wish you all the best for the future.
KH, November 2021, Medical Negligence
Thank you Haidee and please pass on our thanks to Counsel. We could not have put our claim in better hands.
HS, October 2021, Medical Negligence
Haidee Vedy – Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the hard work and dedication and being on the other end of the phone when we have needed you. Thank you so much, it’s as if a big weight has been lifted off my shoulders. Thank you.
JM, July 2021, Medical Negligence
Haidee was extremely helpful throughout, and I am extremely grateful for everything
Sharon Cotton, July 2021, Medical Negligence
Excellent Service from Haidee Vedy, dealt with sensitivity and compassion
Mrs M Travers, July 2021, Medical Negligence
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Frequently asked hospital questions
In the UK, suing a hospital for negligence is much more common than you may realise. Whether due to misdiagnosis, lack of care or failure to act, many patients feel that they’ve been let down by the hospital system.
When ascertaining how to make a claim against a hospital, it is important to follow the correct system, as the NHS has a different pathway from private firms.
If you would like legal advice on pursuing a claim, the team at Alsters Kelley is ready to take your call when you get in touch.
In the first instance, hospital negligence claims relating to the NHS should be filed in writing directly with the service provider. If you are unhappy with the outcome, you may escalate it further to the Parliamentary Health Service Ombudsman, who will investigate the matter further. At this stage, it is crucial to provide a well written and thorough complaint in order for the matter to be investigated effectively.
Whether you are pursuing a claim through the NHS or a private medical provider, our solicitors can work with you to achieve the result you are looking for.
The compensation for hospital negligence payouts varies depending on the extent of both the injury and any long-term pain or suffering. While no two cases are the same, our team has many years of experience and may be able to give you a general figure based on the nature of your claim.
In order to prove medical negligence, you must provide evidence for two things: –
- Breach of Duty – that the care you received fell short of what you may reasonably anticipate from a competent healthcare provider practising in that field of medicine;
- Causation – that you have most likely experienced a physical or psychological injury as a result of the negligent act or omission.
Obtaining your own proof for a hospital negligence claim can be difficult. Because of the complexities of this area of law, it is usually best if your lawyer gathers the proof you will need for the claim on your behalf. They will have access to your medical records as well as other information that indicates your treatment was negligent.
You may wish to keep track of any out-of-pocket expenses you incur, such as reparative treatment or missed time off work. These expenses could be included in your medical negligence claim and included in the compensation amount you receive.
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Local hospital negligence solicitors for you
At Alsters Kelley Solicitors, we provide quality legal advice throughout the Midlands, with offices based in Banbury, Coventry, Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Southam and Stratford-upon-Avon. We also cover areas including:
- Alcester
- Bedworth
- Birmingham
- Brackley
- Brailes
- Bulkington
- Chipping Campden
- Daventry
- Hinckley
- Kenilworth
- Moreton-in-Marsh
- Rugby
- Shipston-on-Stour
- Solihull
- Warwick
- Wellesbourne