Medical Negligence Claims 

Cancer Claims 

Expertise And Understanding From Irwin Mitchell

Although many cancers are now treatable, recovery relies heavily on when the cancer is diagnosed and how soon treatment begins. Early detection can be the key to whether or not a patient will survive. If there are delays in diagnosing cancer, patients may be deprived of the chance of a cure.

At Irwin Mitchell we are renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family due to cancer medical negligence claims, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference. 

Our lawyers offer the highest level of professionalism and expertise, combined with dedication and sensitivity.

Above all, we put you first.

Handling Cancer Cases With Expertise And Sensitivity

At Irwin Mitchell, we’re very experienced in representing clients who have endured long periods of great suffering and misdiagnoses, only to be told they have cancer when it’s too late.

We know just how devastating it is for the patient and those close to them. The world can seem to stop still as your feelings alternate between anger, fear and deep sadness.

If you’ve just been diagnosed with cancer of any type and you’re worried about the future for you and your family, or if you feel very strongly that you’ve been prematurely bereaved of a loved one because of a delay in their diagnosis, we could help you with a cancer claim.

Your solicitor will talk your case through with you and then you can decide if you wish us to investigate the matter for you and pursue a claim for medical negligence compensation.

Proven Expertise In Cases Involving Cancer And Medical Negligence

Irwin Mitchell is one of the largest and most experienced law firms in the country and our team includes many of the country’s finest specialist lawyers. They work in highly focused teams, offering the best legal expertise when recovering compensation in cases involving cancer medical negligence claims.

Various schemes exist to deal with complaints about GPs and hospitals. In some cases, they award small amounts of compensation or make an official apology. We can provide information on these schemes where needed.

Irwin Mitchell’s Commitment To Cancer And Medical Negligence

Irwin Mitchell’s first commitment is to you, and to assisting you to recover appropriate compensation.

We also have a long history of campaigning with leading organisations in numerous medical and clinical negligence fields. Together with those organisations we seek improvements in health and safety, prevent accident and injury where possible, and improve the quality of life and levels of compensation for those who have suffered injury.

We have also pursued many leading legal cases in order to improve the prospects of success of compensation recovery for various forms of medical and clinical negligence, and to ensure that fairer compensation is awarded.



Negligent Breast Surgery Results in £80,000 Compensation

Julie visited her doctor after noticing a dint in her right nipple. She was referred to the Breast Clinic at Barnsley District General Hospital.

There was a delay in carrying out full investigations and, as a result, her breast cancer was diagnosed four months late. The only treatment available by that time was mastectomy.

Julie underwent surgery to have the breast reconstructed, but suffered infection and wound breakdown.

A further attempt was made to reconstruct the breast, which involved three further operations, resulting in chronic breast infection.

A claim was pursued against Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust which resulted in £80,000 compensation.

The case was won by Julie’s solicitor, Georgina Sheldon.

We have lawyers with the expertise and experience needed to help you with your claim. Choose from the list below to learn more about our experts in this area.

Name Location Job Title Telephone
David Body Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Sara Burns Birmingham Partner 0870 1500 100
Ian Christian London Partner 0870 1500 100
Alison Eddy London Partner 020 7421 3887
Auriana Griffiths London Partner 0870 1500 100
Lisa Jordan Birmingham Partner 0870 1500 100
Mandy Luckman Birmingham Partner 0870 1500 100
Rachelle Mahapatra Leeds Partner 0870 1500 100
Tom Mather Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Suzanne Munroe Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Jonathan Peacock Birmingham, Bristol Partner 0870 1500 100
Elaine Russell Glasgow Partner 0870 1500 100
Lindsay Wise Manchester Partner 0161 838 3047
Jane Wright Leeds, Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Tim Annett Sheffield Associate 0870 1500 100
Jennifer Cawthorne Newcastle Associate 0870 1500 100
Tim Deeming Birmingham Associate 0870 1500 100
Caitlin Delaney Sheffield Associate 0870 1500 100
Angela Kirtley Newcastle Associate 0191 279 0127
Sarah Rowland Sheffield Associate 0870 1500 100
Tracey Brown Glasgow Solicitor 0870 1500 100

Guidance With Strength And Sensitivity

We understand that contacting a lawyer might seem like a big step - especially if you have not done so before and we have therefore made it easy for you to contact us for free initial advice about your claim.

At Irwin Mitchell we understand the real impact of personal injury. Our team of specialists have the skills and experience to give you clear advice about the chances of pursuing a successful claim and to guide you through the claims process. You can then decide if you want us to pursue your claim on your behalf.

We are renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.

At Irwin Mitchell we will fight fearlessly to give you the greatest chance of winning your case, with the best possible outcome, and we will support you every step of the way.

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