If you or a loved one has suffered due to poor maternity care at Shrewsbury Hospital or the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford, we may be able to help. Our medical negligence solicitors are already helping people in your situation claim compensation so contact us today to find out more.

Maternity services at hospitals run by Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust have made national news due to an official review that started in 2017. The review is investigating the standard of care in over 270 cases dating back 40 years after a series of tragedies including:

Stillbirths
Deaths of babies shortly after delivery
Deaths of mums
Babies suffering brain injuries after being starved of oxygen.

If any of these issues has affected you or someone close to you, we may be able to help you make a No Win No Fee* claim. If you’re making a birth injury claim, your child may also be able to apply for legal aid to cover their legal costs.

Some of our existing claims are for negligence dating back decades. So whenever you were affected, get in touch today to find out more about whether you can claim.

Call our friendly team on 0800 121 6567 or use our contact form and we’ll call you back.

Your Compensation Claim

A compensation claim can cover medical or therapy costs and lost income. If your child has suffered a birth injury, it can give them the secure future they deserve. It can also help you get answers about how or why you got negligent treatment – you may even be able to get an apology from those responsible.

The number of cases involved means that you may also have the opportunity to join a group claim with other people who’ve been affected. This speed up your claim while you share evidence, expertise, and resources.

We’ve already asked the NHS Trust to set up a co-ordinated scheme to investigate all legal cases to handle claims quickly and efficiently. We’ve pioneered similar successful schemes in the past to help people who’ve been affected by a wide range of medical negligence issues.

If you have a claim, we’ll make sure it’s part of any group claim or scheme available to give you the best possible result.

You’re Not Alone

The Ockenden Review is an official investigation into maternity care at the Shrewsbury & Telford Hospital NHS Trust, led by healthcare advisor Donna Ockenden.

A leaked report from the review revealed that the NHS has identified 326 cases of possible poor care. At least 42 babies and 3 mums are thought to have died while under the care of the Trust. More than 50 children have permanent brain damage because it is believed they were starved of oxygen during birth.

We’re already helping a number of families affected by these and other issues. We understand how difficult it can be to talk about such traumatic events and you’ll have the full support of our friendly team throughout your claim.

We’ll help you access whatever medical care, therapy or rehabilitation you need to recover, and put you in touch with support groups and charities. Our Asset Management team can also offer financial advice to help you get the most out of your compensation, now and in the future. For children with brain injuries, we can give you a full plan to support them through their whole life.

No Win No Fee Claims

A No Win No Fee claim means you can claim compensation with no financial risk to you*. If your claim doesn’t succeed, you pay nothing at all. If it does succeed, our legal costs are paid for from your compensation.

You may also be able to apply for legal aid if you are making a birth injury claim, or cover your legal costs with legal expenses insurance. Many household insurance policies include legal expenses insurance, so it’s worth checking if you have this.

We'll explain all your options and answer any questions you might have before we do anything so there are no nasty surprises.

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Shrewsbury & Telford Hospital NHS Trust Maternity Care Claims - More Information

- How Much Can I Claim?
- How much compensation you receive for an injury caused by a defective medical product will depend on various factors related to your injury, its circumstances, and the support and rehabilitation you need.
  
  The amount of compensation you could claim will depend on many factors, including:
  - Current and future loss of earnings from being unable to return to work
  - Medical and travel expenses you've had to pay
  - Your care and support needs – both now and in the future
  - Whether you need modifications to your home
  - Whether you need mobility aids or specialist equipment
  - Your pain and suffering, and the nature of any ongoing problems you have
  For more information, call us on 0800 121 6567 and we'll be happy to discuss your options in a free initial consultation.
- What's The Claims Process?
- To make a compensation claim for an injury or illness caused by a defective medical product, the first thing you need to do is get in touch with us for a free consultation. We'll discuss what's happened to you, advise you on whether or not we think you can claim, and work out whether you could benefit from a No Win No Fee* arrangement.
  
  If you do decide to make a claim with us, we'll usually follow the same three stages:
  If you have any questions about the claims process, please contact us today on 0800 121 6567.
- Can I Make A No Win No Fee* Claim?
- Many of our cases are funded with a No Win No Fee agreement. This means that there’s no financial risk* to you when making a compensation claim.
  
  At the start of your case, we’ll discuss funding options with you, advising you which we think is the most suitable. If you have legal expenses insurance (LEI) or are covered by a trade union policy, these may be best for you. Legal expenses insurance is included in many household insurance policies, so it’s always worth checking whether you’re already covered.
  
  If we think you’re best supported by a No Win No Fee agreement, we’ll explain the process clearly. This involves setting up an insurance policy that will protect you, at no cost to you. You’ll only have to pay anything when your claim is successful – your opponent will pay most of our fees.
  
  Please visit our No Win No Fee page for more information on how it works.
- What Is A Group Claim, And What Are The Benefits?
- When an entire line of medical products is defective, many people may suffer injuries as a result. In these situations, it is possible to make a group claim to ensure you and your fellow victims are fully and fairly compensated for your trauma.
  
  In some cases a group action may be appropriate way for the court to manage a number of similar claims together without having a trial of each individual claim. Group actions can help people to share legal expertise as well as the cost by working together, to try and maximise the chances of being fully and fairly compensated for your trauma.
  
  We have extensive experience in pursuing group actions relating to many different types of claim, including for defective products, drugs and medical devices.
  
  The expertise and results achieved for our clients means that Irwin Mitchell is the most highly ranked personal injury firm in the UK by two independent leading legal reviews.
  
  If you're unsure about whether making a group claim is right for you, it's best to seek some advice. Contact us and we'll be able to advise you on the options.

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