Meningitis Misdiagnosis Claims

Meningitis can be a devastating illness even when it’s diagnosed and treated correctly. We understand the impact misdiagnosis can have on you and your family, and will help you access the support you need.

Our medical negligence solicitors have helped people of all ages who have suffered from many different kinds of meningitis misdiagnosis, including:

Viral meningitis
Bacterial meningitis
Meningococcal septicaemia (blood infection)
Meningitis leading from a middle ear infection (otitis media)

If medical professionals fail to recognise the symptoms of meningitis quickly, then the effects are life-changing and sometimes fatal. Over the years we’ve campaigned for greater awareness of the symptoms of meningitis, as well as for more robust procedures to be put in place to spot its warning signs as early as possible.

The majority of our cases are funded with a No Win No Fee agreement, which means there’s no financial risk to you when you make a compensation claim.*

We don’t just help you claim compensation – we know how important it is to have access to any rehabilitation services you need, as well as legal advice in other areas. Our specialist Court of Protection team – the UK’s largest – can help you manage your compensation and safeguard your finances for the future.

For a free initial consultation about making a meningitis misdiagnosis claim, call us today on 0800 121 6567 or contact us online and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Does Meningitis Misdiagnosis Involve?

Meningitis is the inflammation and infection of the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord. It’s incredibly important that a suspected case of meningitis is treated as a medical emergency. If there are unnecessary delays in its diagnosis, there could be...

... profound and life-changing consequences for the person affected.

Some of the medical mistakes we commonly come across include a failure to:

Carry out a thorough investigation of the patient
Complete adequate notes
Keep in and monitor hourly any child with a temperature of more than 38 degrees Celsius
Review and act upon a blood test
Take a full history of the patient’s symptoms

Doctors must also recognise the symptoms of meningitis, especially when more than one of them is present in a patient. These symptoms include:

Headaches
Vomiting
Dramatic weight loss
Fainting regularly
Dislike of light
Fever

We’ll look for answers from the people responsible as to why meningitis was misdiagnosed or left untreated. Our medical negligence lawyers are nationally renowned for holding NHS Trusts to account for poor decisions, so you know your case is in safe hands with us.

What Complications Can Meningitis Result In?

If doctors don’t perform the right tests for early detection, or there’s a delayed diagnosis of meningitis, the outcome could be severe, with serious long term effects like brain damage and loss of sight. We’ve also helped the families of people who passed away after contracting the infection.

Other consequences include:

Memory loss
Epilepsy
Hearing damage
Lack of coordination
Headaches
Speech problems

Septicaemia is another form of meningitis involving blood poisoning, which can also have life-changing consequences. These include:

Arthritis
Scarring
Amputation
Kidney and lung damage

Any compensation you receive will have to take into account long term effects like those above. Our solicitors will make sure that your needs are recognised with rehabilitation and care packages where appropriate.

What Kind Of Support Do You Offer After A Meningitis Claim?

We’re there to help you cope with the after-effects of meningitis, and will look to secure interim funds that will pay for care until a final settlement is approved. Our team has experience in helping clients access support including:

Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy
Specialist equipment such as prosthetic limbs
Home adaptations

Our support and rehabilitation coordinators will work with you to see what kind of care and rehabilitation you require, offering expert guidance to make sure that you achieve the best possible quality of life. We can help you overcome challenges and live independently. We also have relationships with charities, care providers and support groups across the UK.

With a dedicated Court of Protection department, we can also help you carefully manage your settlement funds when your claim has finished.

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