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.

Our team provides compassionate and expert legal support for families affected by Leeds maternity negligence and birth injury cases, guiding them through complex, distressing circumstances with sensitivity and care.

We are supporting patients and families who may have been affected by the case involving colorectal surgeon Mr Marc Lamah, who was banned from private practice over patient safety concerns but continued operating within the NHS.

For many people, news of a healthcare review is unsettling. The announcement that County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) is reviewing its breast cancer services will understandably leave patients and families in the North East feeling anxious and unsure of what this means for them.

At Switalskis, we closely monitor developments in healthcare to ensure patients receive the best possible care and support. Recently, North Lincolnshire Council leader, Councillor Rob Waltham, made a heartfelt appeal for urgent investment in maternity services at Scunthorpe General Hospital.