Hospital acquired infections
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Phil Barnes, Associate
We can advise you on the correct procedure and, if it appears there is a claim, can arrange to appoint a family member or friend - or sometimes a third party - to act on behalf of the patient so a claim can be made.
Other areas of expertise / types of claim
We can advise you on making a claim in relation to the following widely known hospital acquired infections:
- MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus)
- Clostridium Difficile (C. Diff.)
- Norovirus
- hospital acquired gastro-intestinal infections such as E-Coli or salmonella
- hospital acquired Legionnaires' Disease
It may be that you or your loved one have contracted a less commonly recognised infection whilst in hospital. We are able to advise on any infectious disease contracted in such circumstances.
Some patients develop an infection of the blood whilst in hospital, known as septicaemia or 'blood poisoning'. Sometimes this is unavoidable, and no-one can be held accountable. However, occasionally a surgical error, unclean equipment, or a failure to monitor a patient leading to organ failure can lead to septicaemia. In that case, we're able to advise you about bringing a clinical negligence claim.
Why Access Legal from Shoosmiths?
Our experienced team is able to advise you on any concerns you have about hospital acquired infections. We understand the effects of such an infection can sometimes be long lasting and take their toll on your long-term health. We also understand the way in which such an infection can make you feel ostracised from friends and family.
We approach such cases with the compassion they require, whilst retaining a professional manner that will give you confidence in our ability.
Our experts
We have a very experienced national Clinical Negligence team. Key contacts are:
- Richard Follis - Partner and National Head of Clinical Negligence
- Andrea Rusbridge - Partner and Team Leader
- Kay Taylor - Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and Team Leader
Important things to consider
If your case is successful and you receive compensation for your injuries, you may need to protect that sum, as failure to do so could result in you losing the right to claim means-tested benefits. We can advise on so-called Special Needs Trusts to help protect those benefits.
What do I do next?
We are able to advise you on the merits of your case at a free consultation with a member of our team. We appreciate that the circumstances leading to you contacting us may be very distressing, but we will support you through each step and keep you fully updated regarding the progress of your case.
