Initial Medical Visits: Despite these alarming symptoms, when our client visited a Walk-in Centre, the nurses failed to accurately record her description of the pain. One nurse misinterpreted her symptoms as lower back pain and diagnosed a muscular sprain. This inaccuracy in note-taking became a critical issue as the claim progressed.

Worsening Condition: Over the following days, the claimant’s headaches and vomiting intensified, leading her to visit the Accident and Emergency Department. A CT scan and lumbar puncture confirmed a subarachnoid haemorrhage, and she was referred to a Neurological Centre.

Medical Procedures: Our client was diagnosed with a 5mm MCA aneurysm and underwent a coiling procedure. Unfortunately, she later suffered vasospasm, resulting in right facial weakness and right-sided pronator drift. She required further treatment and was readmitted for intensive therapy.

Further Complications: A year later, our client needed additional coiling treatment for another aneurysm. Follow-up scans showed that all aneurysms were adequately occluded. However, the delay in initial diagnosis deprived her of immediate therapies to prevent vasospasm, leading to severe complications.

Legal Battle: SJP Law were instructed just eight weeks before the limitation period expired. We acted quickly to secure an extension from the Defendant Trust and issue protective proceedings due to a lack of response. Our client’s condition, including severe vasospasm and stroke, was attributed to the negligent delay in diagnosis.

Permanent Impact: Our client now suffers from permanent neurological symptoms, including poor memory, concentration issues, difficulty multitasking, mental and physical fatigue, and pins and needles in her right arm.

Expert Evidence: Medical records were reviewed, and expert reports from a Consultant Neurosurgeon and a Neuroradiologist supported the case. Further investigations confirmed that timely referral and treatment could have prevented the severe complications.

Settlement: Despite the Defendant Trust’s initial refusal to settle, the case proceeded to a Costs Case Management Conference, and a trial was scheduled. The Defendant made a Part 36 Offer, which was rejected. Our client’s Part 36 Offer was eventually accepted by the Defendant.Conclusion: This fully defended case, with no admissions from the Defendant Trust, highlights the importance of accurate medical record-keeping and timely diagnosis. The perseverance of SJP Law ensured that our client received the compensation she deserved, providing some relief from the lasting impact of her condition.

Our client had the following to say about our service:

I received a fantastic service from Stamp Jackson and Procter, they kept me informed at all times and explained every detail clearly so that I knew exactly what was being done to help me.I have been really happy with the service, support and guidance provided and would recommend them 100% to anyone who needs their service.

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I had the operation in late December 2010 and was discharged home with surgical stockings which I was instructed to put on once my dressing was taken off, 48 hours after surgery. Five days later I developed severe pain and swelling in my left leg and was rushed to A&E in an ambulance. There I was diagnosed with extensive and life threatening DVT and was immediately put on medication.

I ended up spending a month in hospital and even once I was home my leg continued to swell meaning I had to have another MRI scan which led to further treatment. This limited my mobility and even now, six years later I rely on medication and the use of a wheelchair and walking stick.

It was whilst I was at home that I heard an advert about claiming for medical negligence. I felt the hospital had a case to answer to because I didn’t think they had taken enough preventative measures to stop me developing DVT given my family history.

I gave the medical accident claimline a call and was put in touch with Mark Slade at Stamp, Jackson and Procter who listened to the details and was willing to take on my case.

Mark arranged for me to see the necessary experts in order to prove my case. I learnt that because of my medical history I should have been on blood thinning Heparin for a week before my operation in order to reduce the risk of DVT however this was never prescribed.

The service I received from Mark and SJP was excellent. I was always able to speak directly to Mark and he was happy to explain anything which was unclear. He was even prepared to visit me at home to discuss the next steps in my case when I was struggling with limited mobility.

For a time it did feel as though nobody at the hospital was prepared to take responsibility however Mark and his team persisted and given the evidence they did eventually accept liability and I was awarded a substantial settlement.

I was so pleased with the service I received from SJP that I’ve already recommended Mark and the team to a number of family and friends.

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During the operation the bacteria entered my abdomen and infected my blood and tissue. I ended up on a life support machine for five months during which time my body not only had to fight the MRSA but Septicaemia and Peritonitis. To treat the conditions the hospital gave me strong antibacterial antibiotics called Teicoplanin but I was given twice the recommended dosage which caused permanent damage to my ears. I lost complete hearing in the left ear and partial hearing in my right. The significant damage to my inner ear caused balance problems.

I was in hospital for a total of eight months and once released I spent months recovering in bed at home. Unfortunately, during this time my marriage broke down and I was unable to return to work due to suffering with pain in my abdomen, hearing loss and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder so my children and I moved to be nearer to my family so that they were able to support and help me as the operation had proved to be life changing.

I was talking to a friend about my circumstances and they recommended I call Neil Holland at SJP Law. From the first telephone conversation with Neil, he put me at ease and I felt I could tell him everything I had been through. Neil was certain there was a case to be answered and a claim was made against the Hospital.

Throughout my case I found Neil and his team to be friendly and reassuring and they were always available for support and advice. At all critical points they kept me fully informed and let me make the decision I felt was right for me.

Even though the hospital would not accept liability for the MRSA, as I had contracted this before my operation, they did admit to giving me twice the recommended dosage of Teicoplanin and I was awarded damages for my permanent loss of hearing and other inner ear problems.

Although my case is settled I still continue to receive advice and support from SJP Law as they are able to advise on how to invest the money I was awarded to ensure my needs are looked after in the future. I’m a huge advocate for SJP Law and recommend their services to everyone who needs friendly legal advice.

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During the ten days I was in hospital I had to have two operations and the subsequent care I received was so below what was expected it left me with mental scars.

The whole ordeal has had a huge impact on all areas of my life. Before the operation I was a fit, healthy young man with a strong marriage and a solid career in the prison service, promising a bright future. After the operation I was left unable to work because I could not pass the prison service medical due to the stomach pains I suffer and the depression. I lost all my confidence and due to the stress of my circumstances my marriage finally broke down. I cannot bear to go near a hospital and still have to take medication.

It was a year after the operation that a friend suggested I contact a medical negligence firm to see if I had a case. I contacted a number of companies however the majority did not want to take the case on, I then contacted SJP Law. They were willing to listen to my circumstances and agreed to take on my case on a no win, no fee basis.

SJP Law were fantastic, the team were incredibly supportive and by the time I was awarded the settlement they felt like family. You tell them your personal circumstances and they really listen to you when you are finding it hard to cope and try to understand what you are going through. They guided me step by step through the whole process, they were very friendly yet professional and I felt I could trust them completely.

I recommend SJP Law to anyone that I feel will benefit from their services. In fact I recommended them to a friend of mine and they have successfully settled a claim for her too.

Thanks to SJP Law my case was won and I was awarded a substantial settlement. I am now getting my life back on track and with the support of friends I am looking to a more positive future.

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Incident: Our client developed pressure ulcers that progressed from grade 1 to grade 4, along with the development of osteomyelitis. This caused short-term delirium and immobility, and in the long-term, worsened their Parkinson’s symptoms, increased care needs, and reduced life expectancy.

Investigation: We obtained expert reports from a care expert, tissue viability nurse, physiotherapist, and a consultant in Geriatric Medicine. The case was complex due to the pre-existing Parkinson’s disease, requiring us to disentangle the symptoms with the help of medical experts.

Challenges: Calculating a care claim was challenging due to the natural progression of Parkinson’s disease. We had to determine the extent to which our client would have recovered without the negligence.

Outcome: Despite these challenges, we secured a substantial settlement at mediation, ensuring our client received the compensation they deserved for the additional suffering and care needs caused by the negligence.

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Incident: The attack was so severe that an air ambulance was required. Liability investigations revealed that the breed of cattle, ‘f’, should not have been kept in a field with a public right of way. This led to an early admission of liability and our client’s received rehabilitation code funding.

Challenges: We pursued a future loss claim, complicated by the fact the husband, a stoic individual, did not want to participate in counselling despite his trauma. He would run miles out of his way to avoid any field with livestock. His wife, who was airlifted to hospital, reduced her working hours due to the lasting psychological impact. We sought psychological evidence to support her reduced ability to cope with life factors.

Support and Collaboration: We worked collaboratively with insurers to ensure future treatment was factored in if needed.

Outcome: A settlement deal was reached through negotiation, providing our clients with the support and compensation they needed to move forward from this traumatic experience.

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Incident: After the surgery, our client awoke to find that the wrong ear had been operated on. This mistake caused significant distress to our client and required two additional operations. The removal of the incorrect implant led to an infection, necessitating antibiotics. Four months later, the correct BAHA was finally installed.

Challenges: Liability was admitted due to the Defendant’s negligence. Our client endured two unnecessary operations, an infection, and visible scarring on the left side of their head. The surgical area remained painful 13 months post-operation, this pain was likely to be permanent.

Impact: The negligent operation exacerbated our client’s low mood, anxiety, and stress, leading to a diagnosis of adjustment disorder with anxiety and depression, and worsening a pre-existing anxiety and depressive disorder.

Outcome: We ensured our client received the necessary support and compensation for the physical and emotional suffering caused by the surgical negligence.

“Emma White at SJP Law took on our case against the Consultant whom incorrectly operated on my husband’s ear. Emma was very thorough in all aspects of the case and explained every detail to us as the case progressed.

Emma kept in touch with the Consultant and psychologists to help make sure my husband received the best care whilst the procedure was corrected.Emma has been fantastic, friendly, personable and very helpful in helping us reach a settlement with our negligence claim. We would thoroughly recommend Emma to anyone in a similar situation.”

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