Birth Injury Compensation Claims

Giving birth can be an emotional experience. The rush to the hospital, the contractions, the breathing – it can be exciting and worrying at the same time. During the birth the medical professionals assisting you should remain calm, collected at all times and be sensitive to the mother’s needs.

Childbirth in the UK is now safer than ever before. Advances in medical science mean that most problems are now foreseeable long before they have an impact on the safety of a mother or her baby. Unfortunately, when something does go wrong it can be devastating and result in lifelong issues for you and your baby.

Common Birth Injuries

For Baby

Cerebral Palsy
Brain injuries due to lack of oxygen
Cutting and bruising from forceps
Fractures and broken bones
Hip dysplasia

For Mother

Perineal tears
Incorrectly performed Episiotomies
Mistakes in suturing or Episiotomies
Fissures
Injuries resulting from a Caesarean section or failing to recognise damage at the time
Retained swabs
Anaesthetic errors
Errors managing pre-eclampsia

Making A Claim

At Coles Miller we understand this is an extremely traumatic time of your life. We treat all our clients sympathetically and sensitively, making sure that all your questions are answered so you can focus on recovery.

All our birth injury claims are handled by the head of our Medical Negligence Department, David Simpson

For David Simpson, Partner and Head of the Medical Negligence Department:

“It is so refreshing dealing with a firm of such honesty and integrity. I would certainly have no hesitation in recommending Coles Miller to my friends and family.”

For Lydia Barnett, Partner:

“After undergoing surgery I was left infertile. I had my initial consultation with Lydia in which she made me feel completely at ease. She understood the physical and psychological implications of my claim. These types of claims can take a long time and I was concerned it would have a big impact on my life. Lydia has always been professional, honest and thoughtful and contacted me only when required. She always got back to me quickly when I have had questions. I cannot recommend Lydia and Coles Miller enough.”