Medical Negligence

If you’ve been a victim of medical negligence, we have the expertise to seek rightful compensation on your behalf. Oakwood’s medical negligence solicitors are here to advise and support you and your family throughout the claims process and beyond.

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The average NHS negligence payout was estimated around £50,000.

Over 70% of the claims brought against the NHS are resolved without going to court.

Help to ensure the same mistake does not happen to anyone else.

Our team of Medical Negligence specialist solicitors are happy to assist you with any enquiry or issue you might have. For your claim you will have a dedicated advisor who will see your claim through from start to finish.

Your case handler will also continue to provide regular updates until the conclusion of your claim, ensuring that the process is as stress-free and effortless as possible.

Prescription Error

Incorrectly prescribed or dispensed medication can have serious adverse effects on the patient, can be short-lived but can be devastating.

Misdiagnosis

Medical misdiagnosis is when a medical professional provides an incorrect diagnosis of your symptoms.

Delay in diagnosis

Delay in diagnosis can encompass delays in referrals, scans and other investigations.

Dental Negligence

Mistakes and delays caused by dentists can cause significant pain and can even affect our mental wellbeing.

Common Injuries and Conditions Caused by Medical Negligence

Cancer Claims

Places Where Medical Negligence Can Occur

Birthing Injuries

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Carol Cook — Head of department

Carol Cook joined Oakwood Solicitors in May 2017 to lead the Medical Negligence department. She handles a wide range of Clinical and Dental Negligence claims and has a specialist interest in Birth Injuries. Carol has years of experience in handling complex clinical and Dental Negligence claims securing substantial amounts of damages for her clients. Carol studied her law degree (LLB honours) at Salford University.

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