Medical Negligence Matters

When the claimant in a medical negligence case lacks mental capacity, a Court Deputy is often appointed to help with their finances. But what do Court Deputies actually do, and what difference do they make for families? In Series 4, Episode 2 of Medical Negligence Matters, Tami Frankel speaks with Brian Bacon, Court of Protection Deputy and Partner at Thomson Snell & Passmore, about his long history as a Court Deputy and what this vital role really entails. From explaining a day in the life of a Court Deputy and the challenges involved, to offering advice to families about when to appoint one. Join Tami and Brian for an eye-opening insight into Court Deputies and the importance of financial management for vulnerable clients. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:07 - What is a Court Deputy? 2:32 - Becoming a professional Court Deputy 3:32 - When would someone need a Court Deputy? 5:46 - Court Deputy fees and compensation 6:57 - A day in the life of a Court Deputy 7:52 - What decisions does a Court Deputy make? 9:15 - Working with compassion as a Court Deputy 11:06 - The rewards and challenges of Court Deputyship 13:17 - The threat of financial exploitation 15:23 - The importance of good financial management 16:37 - When should families appoint a Court Deputy? 17:58 - Advice on caring for a vulnerable loved one – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: What a Court Deputy does and their day-to-day responsibilities What situations lead to the requirement of a Court Deputy The truth behind misconceptions of managing someone’s finances How good financial management makes a huge difference for families What you should know about applying for a Court Deputy Advice on caring for a vulnerable loved one 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.

In the complex world of medical negligence law, there is no substitute to working with a true specialist in this field. In Series 4, Episode 1 of Medical Negligence Matters, Gillian Gadsby is joined by fellow solicitor and Gadsby Wicks colleague Caragh Hargreaves to explore the benefits and advantages of working with a specialist medical negligence solicitor or firm. They discuss Caragh’s experience working in a single-discipline firm, what separates a specialist team from a generalist one, the value of the collective expertise these firms offer, and much more. By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly why choosing a specialist helps to maximise compensation and secure you the best possible outcome. In this video, we cover: 0:00 - Introduction 1:10 - What attracted you to medical negligence law? 2:22 - Working at a specialist medical negligence firm 3:52 - What is a “medical negligence specialist”? 4:45 - Walking through the medical negligence claims process 7:39 - Investigating a claimant’s medical records 9:05 - Instructing independent medical experts 12:17 - Letter of Claim & quantifying compensation 14:56 - How many claims are settled without court proceedings? 16:20 - Working with other medical negligence experts 19:13 - Behind the scenes of a medical negligence claim 21:15 - The importance of collaboration in medical negligence 23:06 - Why choose a specialist medical negligence firm? – – – In this episode, you’ll discover: The experience of working in a specialist medical negligence firm The difference between a specialist medical negligence solicitor and a generalist solicitor How specialists handle a medical negligence claim, from first enquiry to settlement The value of collective expertise in a specialist medical negligence team Why medical negligence demands a more collaborative approach than other legal disciplines 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.