Background: Our client was admitted to the hospital with hyponatraemia (low serum sodium). The hospital’s attempt to rapidly increase her sodium levels led to a coma and total body paralysis. Despite a grim prognosis, she gradually recovered and was able to walk out of the hospital over a year later. However, she was left with memory problems and instability.
Hospital Investigation: An internal investigation by the hospital resulted in a Serious Untoward Incident Report, and the hospital admitted responsibility for the breach of duty and negligence. Despite this, the hospital’s representatives spent considerable time defending the value of the claim, attempting to reduce the damages awarded.
Legal Battle: SJP Law managed the claim over five years, leveraging the expertise of medical professionals. The case was finally settled out of court, securing an award that would significantly improve our client’s quality of life.
Impact of the Settlement: The settlement allows our client to focus on her future without worrying about her inability to work. She can now afford physiotherapy to improve her mobility and engage with case management services for assistance with daily tasks such as grocery shopping and attending the local leisure centre.
Enhanced Quality of Life: One of the main benefits of the settlement is that our client can now employ someone to handle routine tasks like washing, ironing, and cleaning. This support relieves her elderly parents and children from these responsibilities, allowing her to spend more quality time with her family.
New Home and Independence: The settlement also enables our client to purchase a more suitable property, making it easier for her to move around due to her mobility issues. She can now enjoy a garden, which she had missed since the incident.
Conclusion: This case highlights the importance of thorough legal support in securing justice and improving the quality of life for individuals affected by medical negligence. The dedicated efforts of SJP Law have provided our client with the financial stability and support needed to rebuild her life and enjoy her time with her family.
