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Compensation for GP’s Missed Diagnosis of Coeliac Disease Symptoms

Tragically, David’s GP missed the connection between his symptoms and coeliac disease. He went on to develop lymphoma as a result of his untreated coeliac disease. Sadly, David passed away and his wife pursued a claim for compensation for negligent treatment. Sometimes sub-standard medical treatment can stretch back over many years. David instructed us after he had been diagnosed with lymphoma. By this time he had learned that there was a link between lymphoma and his undiagnosed coeliac disease.

David had been to his GP for a period of over 30 years with a skin condition. The doctors prescribed standard medication for dermatitis herpetiformis. We obtained expert evidence that showed that, certainly in later years, doctors should have been well aware of the link between this skin condition and coeliac disease. David’s GP did not refer David for any tests. As a result, nobody diagnosed David’s coeliac disease. This was important because, if David had known he had the disease, he would have followed a gluten free diet. Avoiding gluten significantly reduces the chances of people with coeliac disease developing lymphoma.

The Barratts Medical Negligence team obtained expert reports from a GP, a Gastroenterologist and an Oncologist. They were all supportive of the claim. David’s wife pursued the matter after his death and made claims for loss of David’s pension and services together with bereavement damages and claims for loss of husband and father. The GP’s insurers did not formally accept liability but agreed to pay compensation on a full liability basis. As a result, David’s widow secured a substantial sum of compensation for negligent treatment.

Birth Brain Injury – Barratts Ensure Lifetime Financial Security for the Child

Birth brain injury is often caused by hypoxia and, in Max’s case, he suffered cerebral palsy as a result. Max’s parents felt that his brain injury was caused by medical negligence so they contacted us to enquire about their options. We helped them to ensure their child will be financially secure for life.

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Compensation after an attack on a healthcare worker by a psychiatric patient

Our clients’ story is especially poignant during the Coronavirus outbreak. It illustrates the risks taken every day by nursing and medical staff to help patients.

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NHS Training is Improved after Inquest Rules Accidental Death

When Martin’s Mother died in hospital, we represented him at the Inquest into her death. As a result of the Inquest there have been significant changes to NHS procedures and training.

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Compensation for Rosie after Medical Negligence at Birth

Rosie suffered from brain damage at birth. We proved that the medical team was negligent and we obtained a substantial settlement for Rosie. This has allowed her to live in an adapted property that is specific to her needs. It also funded additional private medical treatment.

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Compensation for GP’s Negligence

When Harry’s father died he felt the GP had been negligent so he asked Barratts Solicitors for help. We gathered the medical evidence we needed to show this was the case. We succeeded in pursuing a claim for compensation for Harry because he was classed as a ‘dependent’ of the deceased.

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Compensation for Infertility due to Poor Medical Treatment

Theresa had spent many years trying to get compensation for poor medical treatment leading to infertility. The hospital denied any wrongdoing and she felt frustrated. We listened and took time to understand Theresa’s situation then we followed up her case and recovered compensation for her.

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Stillbirth Compensation after Medical Negligence during Labour

Elizabeth began a stillbirth compensation claim after her daughter was tragically stillborn. Elizabeth initially instructed another firm of solicitors but she felt they lacked empathy so she came to us. We promptly arranged much needed bereavement counselling to help her cope with the loss of her daughter.

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