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February 27, 2025
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Six-figure compensation for athlete after mismanaged ACL injury ends career

One of the biggest threats to female footballers today is anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. In the 2023–24 season alone, an estimated 195 elite players suffered ACL tears.

Tamlin Bolton
Clinical Negligence, Client Story
February 21, 2025
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Nottingham maternity concerns: families seek answers after incorrect diagnoses

A recent BBC investigation has highlighted cases at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust where parents were given incorrect diagnoses about their unborn babies, leading to terminations based on inaccurate medical advice.

Emma Hudson
Clinical Negligence
February 12, 2025
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Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust fined over maternity failures amidst calls for patient safety

Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust has been fined £1.6 Million by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) after admitting to failing to provide safe treatment for three mothers and three babies who tragically died within months of each other in 2021.

Sadie Simpson
Clinical Negligence, Press, Client Story
February 07, 2025
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CQC NUH Prosecution hearing following death of three babies to take place

A Care Quality Commission (CQC) prosecution hearing concerning Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust is scheduled to take place next week.

Sadie Simpson
Clinical Negligence, Client Story
January 31, 2025
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Thirlwall Inquiry: Countess of Chester Hospital Chief Executive highlights improvements in safety and transparency

The Thirlwall Inquiry heard evidence from Jane Tomkinson, the newly appointed Chief Executive of the Countess of Chester Hospital (CoCH). Her testimony marked a critical moment in the Inquiry following Lucy Letby's conviction, underscoring the urgent need for reform to ensure patient safety and rebuild trust within the hospital.

Tamlin Bolton
Clinical Negligence, Thirlwall Inquiry
January 17, 2025
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Investigation into Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust: Information and support for families

Recent reports have revealed serious concerns about the quality and safety of maternity care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals (LTH) NHS Trust.

Suzanne Munroe
Clinical Negligence
January 13, 2025
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Investigation into University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is under extensive investigation amid serious allegations of medical negligence.

Tamlin Bolton
Clinical Negligence
January 09, 2025

Kidney stone negligence leads to life-changing surgery

In May 2021, our client visited her local hospital complaining of persistent right flank pain and a dull ache in her back. She was prescribed antibiotics for a suspected kidney infection (pyelonephritis) and referred for an ultrasound scan.

Kimberley Bradfield
Clinical Negligence, Client Story
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