October 02, 2025
If your child has experienced complications around birth, and you're worried about their development, you may be feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and looking for answers. You're not alone and support is available.
If your child has experienced complications around birth, and you're worried about their development, you may be feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and looking for answers. You're not alone and support is available.
Birth-related brain injuries can happen in an instant, but their effects often last a lifetime. Conditions such as Hypoxic-Ischaemic Encephalopathy (HIE), which is when a baby’s brain doesn’t receive enough oxygen or blood during pregnancy, labour or shortly after birth, can lead to long-term challenges for both the child and their family.
In September 2025, NHS England launched a new patient safety guideline called Jess’s Rule, designed to help catch serious illnesses such as cancer sooner and reduce the risk of misdiagnosis.
A recent BBC article has highlighted concerns raised by the Royal College of Radiologists about the postcode lottery associated with cancer treatment.
Martha Mills was just 13 years old when she tragically died of sepsis in 2021. She had been admitted to King’s College Hospital, London, with a pancreatic injury after falling from her bike. Despite her parents repeatedly raising concerns about her deteriorating condition, they were reassured by doctors that it was a normal infection. Their requests for Martha to be transferred to intensive care were ignored.
An amputation is a life-changing event. It affects every aspect of a person’s life - mentally, physically and emotionally. For those affected, the trauma is lifelong and concerns about whether a procedure was necessary can cause further distress. Recent news surrounding Neil Hopper, a former consultant vascular surgeon, has understandably raised serious questions among patients and the wider public.
At Switalskis, we understand how an injury can have a lasting impact on daily life, hobbies, and independence. Our team is committed to supporting clients through complex medical negligence claims and ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve.
At Switalskis, we understand how devastating it can be when medical failings lead to life-changing injuries. We recently secured a settlement of over £1.5 million for a client whose breast cancer was diagnosed late, resulting in severe physical and psychological consequences.