Medical Negligence Matters

The law surrounding medical negligence in the UK is constantly evolving, with legal reforms having a significant impact on cases and claimants. In Series 2, Episode 6 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby is joined by Tami Frankel and Corrina Mottram, Partners and medical negligence solicitors at Gadsby Wicks, to discuss some of the most prominent legal reforms and proposals affecting medical negligence claims today. From the discount rate and fixed recoverable costs, to plans for no-fault compensation schemes, discover the latest developments and what they could mean for you. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:14 - How do medical negligence claims work in the UK legal system? 2:57 - What is the discount rate in medical negligence claims? 6:30 - Fixed recoverable costs and medical negligence claims 9:14 - The impact of fixed costs on medical negligence cases and claimants 11:48 - The benefits of collaborative medical negligence settlement 13:30 - No-fault compensation schemes in clinical negligence 16:22 - Why Sweden’s no-fault compensation scheme may not work in the UK 18:05 - The Supreme Court’s ruling on secondary victims in medical negligence 19:01 - How medical negligence solicitors stay up to date with legal reforms 19:56 - Crown Court Digital Case System and positive medical negligence reforms 21:10 - The value of working with a medical negligence specialist – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: How medical negligence claims fit into the present UK legal system What the discount rate means in relation to clinical negligence claims What fixed recoverable costs (FRC) are and their potential impact on medical negligence claimants Why no-fault compensation schemes used internationally may not be feasible in the UK How the best medical negligence solicitors stay up to date with the latest legal reforms How digital reforms have greatly improved the efficiency of medical negligence cases And much, much more. Liked this episode? Remember to subscribe, hit the like button, and share this with your friends and loved ones! – – – Medical Negligence Matters is the podcast that guides you through the complexities of medical negligence law. Hosted by Gillian Gadsby, Managing Partner at Gadsby Wicks and a solicitor with over 30 years of specialist experience, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the unique, sensitive world of medical negligence. If you liked this video, you can find more episodes of Medical Negligence Matters right now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7i5R5R8HmA2hOIKDF8aCxf?si=511706acfbd94ace Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medical-negligence-matters/id1739788044 If you believe you have been impacted by medical negligence, speak to our expert team for advice on making a claim. Visit our website at https://www.gadsbywicks.co.uk or call us on 01245 494929.

There are many misconceptions about medical negligence, from the belief that solicitors and claimants only do this for the money, to fears that these cases cause significant harm to the NHS. In Series 2, Episode 5 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby is joined by Corrina Mottram, Partner and medical negligence solicitor at Gadsby Wicks, to debunk some of the biggest myths and misunderstandings surrounding medical negligence claims, providing you with the honest, accurate alternative. From tackling the assumption that compensation is a lottery win, to the time it takes to make a medical negligence claim, get your misconceptions corrected. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:09 - What constitutes medical negligence? 2:08 - How long does it take to make a clinical negligence claim? 3:53 - Does a medical negligence case have to go to court? 4:35 - Medical negligence compensation is NOT a lottery win 7:02 - Who can make a medical negligence claim? 8:36 - Are medical negligence solicitors only in it for the money? 10:34 - Do medical negligence claims hurt the NHS? 12:11 - The ‘blame culture’ around clinical negligence cases 13:35 - Are medical negligence claimants only motivated by compensation? 14:33 - How stressful is it to make a medical negligence claim? 15:58 - What can I do if I believe I’ve been affected by medical negligence? 17:36 - How do I find a true medical negligence specialist? – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: What actually constitutes a medical negligence claim, who can make a claim and how long a claim takes to settle If you need to go to court to resolve a medical negligence claim The purpose of medical negligence compensation and why it is not the windfall many believe it is Why medical negligence claims often help the NHS rather than hurt it The primary motivations of medical negligence solicitors and claimants What steps you can take if you believe you’ve been affected by medical negligence And much, much more. Liked this episode? Remember to subscribe, hit the like button, and share this with your friends and loved ones! – – – Medical Negligence Matters is the podcast that guides you through the complexities of medical negligence law. Hosted by Gillian Gadsby, Managing Partner at Gadsby Wicks and a solicitor with over 30 years of specialist experience, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the unique, sensitive world of medical negligence. If you liked this video, you can find more episodes of Medical Negligence Matters right now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7i5R5R8HmA2hOIKDF8aCxf?si=4b1ff96f342342d7 Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medical-negligence-matters/id1739788044 If you believe you have been impacted by medical negligence, speak to our expert team for advice on making a claim. Visit our website at https://www.gadsbywicks.co.uk or call us on 01245 494929.

After a medical mistake, the person affected may require a long-term rehabilitation package that enables them to recover from their injuries or move on with the best possible quality of life. In Series 2, Episode 4 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby is joined by Tami Frankel, Partner and medical negligence solicitor at Gadsby Wicks, to discuss the role of physical, psychological and vocational rehabilitation following medical negligence, and how compensation gives people access to this much-needed support. They also explain how solicitors and experts help determine the most suitable rehabilitation package, and the transformative impact this can have on someone’s life. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:06 - The role of rehabilitation following a medical negligence incident 2:01 - What forms of rehabilitation are available to people affected by medical negligence? 4:17 - The value of counselling and therapy after clinical negligence 5:30 - How does compensation help with rehabilitation after medical negligence? 7:03 - Rehabilitation and the process of making a medical negligence claim 9:37 - The significance of rehabilitation packages after brain injury claims 11:16 - How does expert evidence help determine your rehabilitation package? 13:05 - Rehabilitation and prosthetics following amputation negligence claims 14:10 - Why you need to work with experts during a clinical negligence claim 16:06 - How an expert solicitor helps you get the right rehabilitation package 17:17 - Rehabilitation and moving on after medical negligence 18:18 - Vocational rehabilitation following a medical negligence claim – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: The types of rehabilitation, aids and support available to people affected by medical negligence How compensation covers the costs of crucial physical, psychological, occupational and vocational rehabilitation How rehabilitation influences the process of making a medical negligence claim and calculating compensation Why claimants need to see numerous experts to ensure they get the most suitable rehabilitation package Why working with an experienced, specialist solicitor helps you get the right rehabilitation and support The role of rehabilitation in moving on from a medical negligence incident And much, much more. Liked this episode? Remember to subscribe, hit the like button, and share this with your friends and loved ones! – – – Medical Negligence Matters is the podcast that guides you through the complexities of medical negligence law. Hosted by Gillian Gadsby, Managing Partner at Gadsby Wicks and a solicitor with over 30 years of specialist experience, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the unique, sensitive world of medical negligence. If you liked this video, you can find more episodes of Medical Negligence Matters right now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7i5R5R8HmA2hOIKDF8aCxf?si=67a354b6b19747a7 Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medical-negligence-matters/id1739788044 If you believe you have been impacted by medical negligence, speak to our expert team for advice on making a claim. Visit our website at https://www.gadsbywicks.co.uk or call us on 01245 494929.

A Never Event is defined as a 'serious, largely preventable patient safety incident' that should never be allowed to happen. Sadly, they do – so how can those affected respond in these rare circumstances? In Series 2, Episode 3 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby is joined by Corrina Mottram, Partner and medical negligence solicitor at Gadsby Wicks. Together, the pair discuss different types of Never Event, if enough is being done to learn from and prevent these incidents, and what steps you can take to claim if you’ve been affected by this kind of negligence. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - What is a Never Event in medical negligence? 2:26 - Wrong-site surgery and other Never Events in surgery 4:03 - Retaining a foreign object following a procedure 5:20 - Medication and prescription errors and their consequences 7:28 - The trust-shattering impact of a Never Event 8:32 - Never Event statistics and data from NHS England 9:53 - How do NHS trusts respond to Never Events? 11:57 - The value of complaints and investigations after a Never Event 13:43 - How do you prove a Never Event medical negligence claim? 15:28 - Is enough being done to learn from and prevent Never Events? 18:23 - The process of making a Never Event medical negligence claim 19:12 - Making meaningful change through a Never Event claim – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: Common types of Never Events, from wrong-site surgery and items left after a procedure, to medication errors Why a Never Event can be more devastating for a patient’s trust than other forms of medical negligence How common Never Events are and how the NHS respond to these incidents The value of making a complaint or participating in investigations following a Never Event The process of proving and pursuing a Never Event medical negligence claim How making a medical negligence claim can inspire meaningful changes in NHS policy and processes after a Never Event And much, much more. Liked this episode? Remember to subscribe, hit the like button, and share this with your friends and loved ones! – – – Medical Negligence Matters is the podcast that guides you through the complexities of medical negligence law. Hosted by Gillian Gadsby, Managing Partner at Gadsby Wicks and a solicitor with over 30 years of specialist experience, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the unique, sensitive world of medical negligence. If you liked this video, you can find more episodes of Medical Negligence Matters right now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7i5R5R8HmA2hOIKDF8aCxf?si=e4a434789a0d444f Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medical-negligence-matters/id1739788044 If you believe you have been impacted by medical negligence, speak to our expert team for advice on making a claim. Visit our website at https://www.gadsbywicks.co.uk or call us on 01245 494929.

When someone sadly dies due to negligent medical treatment, it is devastating for their family and loved ones. But how do you pursue a claim in the aftermath of this tragedy? In Series 2, Episode 2 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby is joined by Tami Frankel, Partner and medical negligence solicitor at Gadsby Wicks, for an open discussion on fatal medical negligence claims. They explore who can claim in these situations, how the process differs from other negligence cases, and how securing answers and compensation can empower people to move forward. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:11 - What are examples of fatal medical negligence claims? 2:36 - Who can make a claim following a wrongful death by medical negligence? 3:13 - What is a Bereavement Award? 5:20 - What compensation can you claim for a fatal medical negligence case? 7:02 - Gathering evidence to prove a fatal clinical negligence claim 8:19 - The role of an inquest in a death due to medical negligence claim 11:28 - The importance of legal representation at a coroner’s inquest 12:57 - The process of pursuing a death due to medical negligence claim 14:32 - What is different about making a fatal medical negligence claim? 15:38 - Can family members claim for trauma caused by a loved one’s death? 16:35 - How can compensation help following a fatal medical negligence claim? 19:28 - Moving forward after a wrongful death by medical negligence – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: Who can make a claim following a wrongful death by medical negligence What financial awards and compensation are available to loved one’s affected by fatal medical negligence What evidence solicitors gather to prove a fatal medical negligence claim The role of a coroner’s inquest in proving a death due to medical negligence claim, and the importance of legal representation at this stage The process of pursuing a fatal medical negligence claim, and how this differs from other types of claims How the compensation, answers and justice achieved by a claim can enable people to move forward after a loved one’s death And much, much more. Liked this episode? Remember to subscribe, hit the like button, and share this with your friends and loved ones! – – – Medical Negligence Matters is the podcast that guides you through the complexities of medical negligence law. Hosted by Gillian Gadsby, Managing Partner at Gadsby Wicks and a solicitor with over 30 years of specialist experience, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the unique, sensitive world of medical negligence. If you liked this video, you can find more episodes of Medical Negligence Matters right now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Spotify - https://shorturl.at/uPxmP Apple - https://shorturl.at/LUnr3 If you believe you have been impacted by medical negligence, speak to our expert team for advice on making a claim. Visit our website at https://www.gadsbywicks.co.uk or call us on 01245 494929.

The psychological trauma of medical negligence can often be as significant and devastating as the physical consequences. In Series 2, Episode 1 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby is joined by Corrina Mottram, Partner and medical negligence solicitor at Gadsby Wicks. The pair discuss how a medical mistake can affect someone emotionally and psychologically, and how specialist lawyers help recover the compensation and support they need to overcome this trauma. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:09 - What are the psychological effects of medical negligence? 3:30 - What types of psychological damage are caused by medical negligence? 4:13 - The psychological impact of medical negligence on family and friends 6:38 - Helping those affected by psychological trauma due to medical negligence 9:28 - Compensation for psychological harm caused by medical negligence 10:39 - Recognising psychological damage caused by clinical negligence 12:22 - Solicitors need empathy to manage psychological injury claims 14:57 - Easing the stress of making a clinical negligence claim 16:19 - Moving on from psychological trauma after medical negligence 20:02 - Dealing with guilt after suffering medical negligence 21:27 - Helping claimants not feel like a victim of medical negligence – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: What types of psychological damage can be caused by negligent medical care How family, friends and other loved ones can be psychologically impacted by cases of medical negligence How medical negligence compensation can benefit someone affected by psychological injuries Why it can be difficult to recognise and understand the extent of psychological trauma caused by medical negligence How specialist solicitors should advise and support claimants suffering with psychological trauma Why the right legal advice empowers claimants to move on from medical negligence and not feel like a victim And much, much more. Liked this episode? Remember to subscribe, hit the like button, and share this with your friends and loved ones! – – – Medical Negligence Matters is the podcast that guides you through the complexities of medical negligence law. Hosted by Gillian Gadsby, Managing Partner at Gadsby Wicks and a solicitor with over 30 years of specialist experience, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the unique, sensitive world of medical negligence. If you liked this video, you can find more episodes of Medical Negligence Matters right now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7i5R5R8... Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... If you believe you have been impacted by medical negligence, speak to our expert team for advice on making a claim. Visit our website at https://www.gadsbywicks.co.uk or call us on 01245 494929.