Caring for a child with cerebral palsy can significantly impact the entire family. If a cerebral palsy diagnosis was the result of medical negligence, this can be devastating and leave you with a host of questions in a confusing, difficult time.
You will likely be able to claim compensation if your child’s cerebral palsy was the result of medical negligence, for example, where caused by preventable complications during pregnancy or child birth.
Our expert cerebral palsy compensation claims solicitors near Peterborough will guide you sensitively through this process, with an aim to secure funding that can greatly benefit your child’s quality of life through medical treatment and financial opportunities for your family.
We appreciate how emotionally challenging a medical negligence claim can be, especially as it’s perfectly natural to expect nothing but the highest standards from medical professionals. We will provide constant bespoke, compassionate support that will secure your family the outcome you deserve, and prioritise your family’s wellbeing above all.
Whilst compensation will not reverse the medical damage done, it’s important to recognise the importance of funding to give your child valuable care equipment or education to ensure the best for their upbringing.
Our cerebral palsy claims solicitors near Peterborough can support you in the following ways:
- A free initial consultation on your claim
- No win no fee funding
- A negotiation-led approach that means most claims are settled out of court
- Independently accredited expertise you can trust
- A very high track record of successful claims
- A sensitive, personal service to support you during this difficult time
- A free rehabilitation service to aid your child’s development.
Contact our Cerebral Palsy Claims Solicitors near Peterborough
If you would like to make a claim, please contact our expert medical negligence lawyers near Peterborough.
You can get in touch by calling 0330 404 0767, emailing enquiries@ashtonslegal.co.uk or filling in the enquiry form on the right-hand side of our contact page.
Our Cerebral Palsy Compensation Claims Service
Assessing your cerebral palsy claim
The first step will involve allowing us to understand exactly what happened when you experienced medical negligence. We need as full an understanding as possible to assess the particulars of your case.
Here, you will be able to explain how medical negligence caused your child’s cerebral palsy and how this has impacted the lives of you and your family. Having assessed the provided details, we will be able to determine whether you have sufficient grounds to make a cerebral palsy compensation claim and what the process will look like.
We have much experience in cerebral palsy claims and will ensure that you feel well supported, and that all of your questions are answered.
Building your cerebral palsy medical negligence case
A successful medical negligence case is often built through comprehensive evidence. It’s important to gather as many medical records, witness statements, and independent reports from experts as possible, to substantiate your claim.
Our solicitors will combine this evidence with any other relevant information to your child’s circumstances, allowing us to form a rounded case, and giving you the strongest chance of success.
If you would like to discuss any aspect of the cerebral palsy negligence claims process, please do not hesitate to contact our team.
Drafting and submitting a Letter of Claim
Following this, a Letter of Claim will be issued to the Defendant, in which the accusations of medical negligence is established, as well as detailing how the incident resulting in a cerebral palsy diagnosis could have been avoided.
If the Defendant admits liability, our medical negligence lawyer will work to value the claim and negotiate a final settlement for the compensation award.
The lawyer will also consider your situation and any further factors that could allow for interim damage payments to be awarded. These would ensure that you are well supported while awaiting the final settlement resolution and receiving your compensation.
However, the Defendant may refute liability. In this case, our team will examine their argument and assess whether the claim should be pursued. If the claim is maintained, we will issue court proceedings to find a resolution.
Whilst most cerebral palsy trials are settled outside of court, we will provide robust, expert legal representation to ensure that you have the greatest chance of achieving a positive resolution.
Mediation processes
At Ashtons Legal, we specialise in alternative dispute resolution, which allows parties to reach a settlement outside of court. If the Defendant admits liability, we will use mediation or arbitration to reach a positive solution that saves valuable time and stress.
We have helped many clients to achieve compensation for cerebral palsy through mediation processes, and will ensure that you appreciate your position and have the guidance you need.
Court processes
Whilst we firmly advocate for out-of-court solutions, sometimes litigation is unavoidable. We appreciate that court proceedings can exacerbate stress in an already difficult time and will provide sensitive, practical legal representations that will ensure you are as comfortable and informed as possible throughout the process.
Free rehabilitation service
We appreciate the financial stress that rehabilitation can place on a family, as it is often an essential yet expensive step in managing cerebral palsy.
Rest assured that we provide a free rehabilitation service no matter the outcome of your claim. This allows you to focus on the important matters at hand without the stress of seeking potentially expensive rehabilitation.
Why work with Ashtons Legal?
Ashtons Legal is proud to have comprehensive experience securing the best compensation for victims of medical negligence. Our excellent solicitors know what it takes to build a compelling case and will ensure you have the best chance of success.
We take time to build each case, using all available evidence to produce a bespoke claim with your best interests at heart. We can guarantee the utmost sensitivity and respect for your case, acting according to your personal circumstances.
We are proud to have such a friendly, passionate, and highly accredited legal team. Senior members of our team are recognised by APIL as either Senior Fellows or Senior Litigators. Furthermore, our team members sit on the Law Society Clinical Negligence panel. Sharon Allison, our Head of Medical Negligence, belongs to the AvMA Clinical Negligence.
Cerebral Palsy Compensation Claims Fees
‘No win no fee’ cerebral palsy claims
Our cerebral palsy compensation lawyers near Peterborough operate on a ‘no win no fee’ basis. You will only need to pay any legal fees if your claim is successful, so rest assured that you will not be faced with unexpected costs.
It is likely that the Defendant will cover a large portion of your legal fees, should your claim be successful.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our cerebral palsy lawyers.
Contact our Cerebral Palsy Claims Solicitors near Peterborough
If you would like to make a claim, please contact our excellent medical negligence lawyers near Peterborough.
You can get in touch by calling 0330 404 0767, emailing enquiries@ashtonslegal.co.uk or filling in the enquiry form on the right-hand side of our contact page.