Medical Negligence Matters

Everyone should have the right to justice if they were affected by negligent treatment – but does this ideal match the reality? In Series 5, Episode 3 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby hosts a roundtable with fellow Gadsby Wicks solicitors and partners Alan Mendham and Tony Mitty, to discuss what “Access to Justice” means and whether this is truly reflective of what happens today. From the introduction and application of No Win, No Fee claims, to the impact that Fixed Recoverable Costs may have on people’s ability to pursue legal representation – Gillian, Alan and Tony leave no stone unturned in this thought-provoking discussion. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:24 - What does Access to Justice mean? 2:40 - The fear of legal costs 3:45 - No win, no fee claims 6:10 - Legal Aid and limiting access to justice 8:09 - Has it become more difficult to bring a claim? 10:12 - The burden of proof is on the claimant 12:03 - Success fees coming from compensation 14:52 - What are Fixed Recoverable Costs? 16:28 - Do Fixed Recoverable Costs deny access to justice? 17:57 - How can we reduce the costs of a claim? 19:11 - The importance of specialist medical negligence solicitors – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: What Access to Justice really means How No Win, No Fee claims work in the English legal system If it has become more difficult to pursue a medical negligence claim Why claimants don’t receive their full compensation award How Fixed Recoverable Costs may affect access to justice What we can do to reduce the costs of a claim 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 35 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 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/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 dies unexpectedly, their loved ones are looking for answers above all else. A Coroner’s Inquest can provide some answers, but how do these work? In Series 5, Episode 2 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby speaks to Rachael Bewers, a medical negligence solicitor at Gadsby Wicks with over 20 years of specialist experience, about what happens at a Coroner’s Inquest and what families should expect from the process. Covering everything from the steps before, during and after a Coroner’s Inquest, to what an inquest actually can and cannot achieve, Gillian and Rachael demystify this process for families who may need to be involved in this process in the future. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:18 - When is a death referred for a Coroner’s Inquest? 3:46 - What a Coroner’s Inquest can and cannot achieve 5:50 - The positive outcomes of a Coroner’s Inquest 7:14 - Can a Coroner’s Inquest change the direction of a medical negligence claim? 8:10 - What happens at a Coroner’s Inquest? 10:38 - Witness statements at a Coroner’s Inquest 12:00 - What is a Life Letter? 13:21 - The Coroner’s role in controlling an inquest 14:14 - The emotional impact of a Coroner’s Inquest 15:15 - How solicitors prepare families for a Coroner’s Inquest 16:25 - The press at a Coroner’s Inquest 17:41 - Can you make a medical negligence claim at the same time as a Coroner’s Inquest? 18:38 - The importance of legal advice in a Coroner’s Inquest – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: When a patient’s death may be referred for a Coroner’s Inquest What an inquest can and cannot achieve for the family How a Coroner’s Inquest can influence a clinical negligence claim What happens during a Coroner’s Inquest The emotional impact of an inquest How solicitors prepare their clients for an inquest 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 35 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 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/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.

If you believe you or someone you love was harmed by negligent medical treatment, what is the first step you must take to pursue a claim? In Series 5, Episode 1 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby speaks to Sarah Dunn, a professional Nurse Adviser and former NHS nurse practitioner, about what happens during the first conversation with a potential client. Sarah explains what is discussed in this first call or meeting, what someone needs to bring to these meetings, how they determine if someone has a valid medical negligence claim or not, and much more, so you know exactly what to expect if you wish to pursue a claim. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:19 - How do you know if someone has a medical negligence claim? 3:25 - Your first conversation with a medical negligence firm 4:54 - What do you need from a potential medical negligence claimant? 6:09 - Managing the emotions of a medical negligence claim 7:58 - Do I need to make a formal complaint before pursuing a claim? 8:35 - Do I need my medical records at this stage? 9:51 - How much do patients know about what went wrong with their care? 11:33 - What happens after the first phone call with a medical negligence firm? 14:34 - What happens if my medical negligence claim hasn’t been taken? 16:17 - Poor care is not necessarily negligent care 18:23 - What should I do if I believe I have a medical negligence claim? – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: How solicitors determine if someone has a medical negligence claim What the first conversation with a solicitor looks like What claimants should bring to these initial consultations How solicitors manage the emotions of these conversations What happens after the initial consultation What happens if we decide not to pursue a medical negligence claim 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 35 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 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/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.