Medical Negligence Solicitors

Our medical negligence solicitors

The impact of medical negligence can be life-changing. You may need answers and you may be eligible for significant compensation, but whatever path you take, we are here to help you towards a more positive future.

The majority of people that receive medical attention from healthcare professionals are treated effectively. Unfortunately, there are rare occasions when things go wrong, causing injuries which should have been avoided. If you think you have suffered negligent treatment, our highly respected team of medical negligence experts is here to support you to move forward with your life.

We have many years’ experience, and have been responsible for numerous successful cases, resulting in significant awards of compensation for injuries and losses suffered. These range from relatively modest delays in treatment, to birth and brain injury cases of the utmost complexity and value, running into the millions.

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Start your medical negligence compensation claim today

We are here to have a no-obligation discussion with you about your concerns. We can advise on the most appropriate steps forward, which may be to commence a claim.

Before you contact a solicitor, make a note of the following things:

Details
What was the date and location of where and when the treatment took place?
Concerns
What are your concerns about the treatment received?
Gather documents
Locate any documentation or information confirming the condition or prognosis.
Impact
What is the physical/financial impact of the treatment received?
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Now you’re ready to give us a call. You can use our FREEPHONE number: 0800 046 1088.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the time limit for making a claim for medical negligence?

Generally speaking, you have three years from when the negligence occurs to make a claim. There are some exceptions to this however, such as the date of knowledge of the negligence, in cases involving children, those who lack mental capacity, and treatment resulting in death. If you are unsure please feel free to call and discuss.

Do you offer no win no fee?

Most of the work that we do is through no win no fee agreements, but there are other funding options available, including legal aid where appropriate. There are limited circumstances where you may be eligible for legal aid. It is only available for birth related brain injuries or brain injuries occurring in the first six weeks of life. We will discuss the options with you to see what is available.

It is possible to bring a claim by yourself, but this is not something that we recommend. Medical negligence cases involve complex medical and legal issues and can be expensive to fund alone.

Will I have to go to court?

There are many stages of a medical negligence case and going to court is seen as a last resort. Most cases do not reach this stage, usually through a negotiated settlement.

Why choose Wilkin Chapman to pursue your claim?

Dedicated team

We are small team which gains its clients through recommendation. Our strong regional reputation has been built over years of successfully supporting people to rebuild their lives through compensation and providing access to ongoing support and rehabilitation. You’re in safe hands with us.
Best minds

By speaking with us, you will be sharing your situation with the best minds. Our department head Jonathan Baker has been recognised for his expertise in the UK’s most well-respected legal guide for achieving ‘fantastic results for his clients' and is accredited to the Law Society’s Clinical Negligence Scheme.
Our team has membership with the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, a not-for-profit organisation that fights for the rights of victims of injuries and AvMA Lawyers’ Service, a charity for patient safety and justice.
Our approach

Our professional and caring team will assist you in navigating the challenges of living with the aftermath of medical mistakes. You will receive sound advice on the best course of action, as well as ongoing support through access to specialist rehabilitation.
Rehabilitation

Our focus is to help you. If appropriate, we can arrange for specialist rehabilitation experts to be involved in your care and to support you in your recovery.
No middlemen

There are no ‘middlemen’ involved here at Wilkin Chapman and you’ll have the same person from our small, expert team working with you and supporting you from start to finish.

Full range of legal expertise from the whole firm

The complexity of medical negligence claims coupled with the large sums of compensation involved, often creates a need for broader legal support. Our colleagues can help you.

For example, solicitors in our private client department act as deputies through the Court of Protection in some of the multi-million pounds claims we have brought.

They also provide support with Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and personal injury trusts, as well as referring clients to reputable and experienced financial advisors.

Jonathan Baker is an outstanding young solicitor making his way to the top in clinical negligence.

Jonathan Baker is an outstanding young solicitor making his way to the top in clinical negligence. He is insightful and gets the big picture as well as drilling down into the detail. His clients get excellent service.
The team at Wilkin Chapman have a high level and breadth of knowledge in the clinic negligence field. The collective experience is exceptional and they are a joy to work with.
Jonathan Baker's instructions are always detailed and precise. He invariably isolates the key issues in any case.

Jonathan Baker's instructions are always detailed and precise. He invariably isolates the key issues in any case. I have also met him with a lay client and I could see that he had excellent client care skills, putting the client at ease and establishing a very helpful and positive rapport.