



Hip Dysplasia in Babies
Hip Dysplasia in Babies Making A Clinical Negligence Claim On Behalf Of Your Child While there is a newborn screening test for hip dysplasia in babies, it may not be immediately evident. This would require additional tests for a newborn. Hip dysplasia, known as developmental dysplasia of the hi...
Read MoreWhen an Ectopic Pregnancy Is Missed
When an Ectopic Pregnancy Is Missed The Dangers and How To Claim Compensation Considered a life-threatening condition, when an ectopic pregnancy is missed it may have devastating consequences. An ectopic pregnancy is when a fertilised egg implants outside of the uterus. It often embeds in the f...
Read MoreCompensation for Urinary Catheter Mistakes
Compensation for Urinary Catheter Mistakes ‘No Win, No Fee Claims’ for Common Complications There are strict protocols regarding catheter use, but errors can be made resulting in compensation for urinary catheter mistakes. Urinary catheters are used following surgeries and injuries or sometimes...
Read MoreSwab Left Behind During Prostate Surgery
Swab Left Behind During Prostate Surgery You May Be Entitled to Claim Compensation Severe complications may result with a swab left behind during prostate surgery. Swabs should be counted before, during and after operations. But if a swab is left inside a patient, it may lead to infection, inte...
Read More6 Conditions That Mimic Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
6 Conditions That Mimic Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) Compensation Claims for AS Misdiagnosis Here are 6 conditions that mimic Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), although there are others which may be also be mistaken for AS. It is a chronic inflammatory arthritis which primarily affects the spine and...
Read MoreMisdiagnosis of Richter’s Syndrome
Misdiagnosis of Richter’s Syndrome Understanding Richter’s And Medical Negligence Claims Misdiagnosis of Richter’s Syndrome may occur as it may present with overlapping symptoms which occur in other conditions. It is a complication of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL), a type of leukaemia. ...
Read MoreFAQs On A Delayed Measles Diagnosis
FAQs on A Delayed Measles Diagnosis There are still outbreaks of measles despite available vaccination, so here are some FAQs on a delayed measles diagnosis. While measles is well-known as a minor illness, it’s important to realise it can turn into a serious condition. A delayed diagno...
Read MoreCompensation For A Missed TIA
Compensation For A Missed TIA Dangers and Medical Negligence Claims Commonly known as a mini-stroke, a delayed diagnosis can lead to a compensation for a missed TIA. This is because a TIA (transient ischemic attack) may increase the risk of a major stroke. A delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis ma...
Read MoreCrohn’s Misdiagnosis Claims
Crohn's Misdiagnosis Claims Crohn’s misdiagnosis claims can provide compensation for financial losses, as well as pain and suffering. Medical negligence claims can also be made for a delayed diagnosis. This is because early diagnosis of Crohn’s Disease is required to prevent possible complicatio...
Read MoreMedical Negligence Claims for Kawasaki Disease
Medical Negligence Claims for Kawasaki Disease Medical negligence claims for Kawasaki Disease are not uncommon as this is a serious condition and if left untreated, can result in severe consequences. Kawasaki Disease primarily affects children under the age of five years old and is considered to...
Read MoreMisdiagnosis of Heart Attacks in Women
Misdiagnosis of Heart Attacks in Women Compensation for a Delayed Diagnosis or Misdiagnosed Heart Attack Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death among women, yet misdiagnosis of heart attacks in women continue to be reported. It is important for women to recognise why they may be mi...
Read MoreMS Misdiagnosed as a Pinched Nerve
MS Misdiagnosed as a Pinched Nerve When MS (Multiple Sclerosis) is misdiagnosed as a pinched nerve, there may be serious consequences. This is because appropriate treatment may be delayed or incorrect treatment given. MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system....
Read MoreBlood Cancers That Mimic Growing Pains
Blood Cancers That Mimic Growing Pains While growing pains are common during childhood, there are blood cancers that mimic growing pains. These cancers include leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma and their early symptoms in children and teenagers may be attributed to growing pains. As a result, this...
Read MoreMeningitis Can be Misdiagnosed as a Cold
Meningitis May be Misdiagnosed as a Cold While it is a serious medical condition, meningitis may be misdiagnosed as a cold or flu. Meningitis is caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Early meningitis symptoms can resemble those of a cold, which can lead to misdiagnosis or a delayed diagnosis...
Read MoreClaim For Misdiagnosed Endometriosis
Claim For Misdiagnosed Endometriosis The 'Missed Disease' Which Is Misdiagnosed More Commonly Than You Think You can make a medical negligence claim for misdiagnosed endometriosis, or even for a delayed diagnosis. Endometriosis, which has been called the 'Missed Disease’, is a chronic condition...
Read MoreFarm Animal Attacks
Farm Animal Attacks How To Make A Personal Injury Claim Farm animal attacks are reported all year round and you can make a personal injury claim if you have been attacked. While farm animals may become protective and more prone to attack with their young around, an attack may occur at any time....
Read MoreCold Injury Claims For Farmhands
Cold Injury Claims For Farmhands It is important to know that cold injury claims are possible for farmhands. While these injuries are often overlooked, they may occur occur when workers are exposed to extreme weather conditions on farms. Working in agriculture has many hazards including conta...
Read MoreSurprising Myths About Personal Injury Claims
Surprising Myths About Personal Injury Claims If you are thinking about pursuing a claim, it’s important to know some surprising myths about personal injury claims. You may be hesitating with concerns around what a claim may cost. Additionally, you may be asking will it be time-consuming and ...
Read MoreNervous About Making a Personal Injury Claim
Nervous About Making a Personal Injury Claim If you are considering starting the claim process, you may be feeling nervous about making a personal injury claim. You are not alone as many people feel uncertain, stressed and sometimes even guilty about making a claim. But if you have suffered an i...
Read MorePersonal Injury Claims With A Pre-Existing Condition
Personal Injury Claims With A Pre-Existing Condition An important aspects of personal injury claims with a pre-existing condition is being open and honest about any pre-existing conditions before the accident. Understanding how a pre-existing condition may impact a personal injury claim is cr...
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