From delayed diagnosis to non-surgical procedures and everything in between
Our three specialist lawyers have 32 years’ combined experience in acting for individuals and their families affected by clinical negligence. We have an active and diverse practice and advise a local and national client base. We work collaboratively on all our cases to ensure a seamless client experience throughout all stages of the claim, and we pride ourselves upon a personable and supportive approach. We were delighted to be recognised for our work by Legal 500 in their 2024 directory, both individually and as a team.
Every clinical negligence claim is unique, but below you will find links to further information regarding the services that we provide. However, if you consider that you may have cause for a clinical negligence claim that does not fall within the areas outlined, please do not hesitate to make contact with our team who will assist you further.
We offer a No Win, No Fee service (also referred to as a Conditional Fee Agreement), so there’s no financial risk to you. Contact us today to see how we can support your claim, without obligation.
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Our Expertise
Brain Injuries
Brain injury can occur in many different circumstances. A brain injury which occurs at birth is known as an ‘acquired brain injury’, and this will usually arise as a result…
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Cancer Claims
We know that cancer is the second leading cause of death globally, with the most common cancers (lung, breast, bowel, prostate) accounting for more than four in ten of all…
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Care Home Negligence
Sadly, cases of poor or neglectful treatment in care homes are on the rise, and our specialist team are currently acting for the families of elderly and vulnerable individuals who…
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Consent
Consent is a key part of any medical treatment. This is where the patient is told of the risks and benefits of a treatment or procedure, and given the opportunity…
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Cosmetic Surgery Claims
The effects of negligent cosmetic surgery can be life changing, affecting you both physically and psychologically. Botched surgery, excess scarring, not being warned of the risks of surgery, not having…
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Delayed or Mis-Diagnosis
A delayed or misdiagnosis of a condition can have a dramatic impact upon recovery and in the most serious cases can lead to a patient’s premature death. Examples of such…
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Dental Negligence
Dental negligence is where a dental practitioner, be that a dentist, hygienist, or individual involved with cosmetic dentistry, makes a mistake or carries out a procedure which leads to a…
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Fatal Accidents
Negligent medical treatment can, at worst, lead to death and may give rise to an investigation by the healthcare provider into the events which occurred. Often this will involve a…
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GP & Nurse Practitioner Negligence
At Wollens we understand the distress of a misdiagnosis. We are dedicated to helping medical negligence victims recover compensation for the pain and suffering caused by negligent doctors, nurses and…
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Hospital Infections
Infections can sometimes be an unavoidable part of medical treatment and are not always negligent. However, acquiring an infection in a hospital or other care setting can be negligent if,…
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Inquests
An inquest is a formal investigation conducted to determine the circumstances surrounding a death that is unexpected, violent, or unnatural, or when the cause of death is unknown. While the…
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Maternity Claims
Sometimes, issues arising during pregnancy or after delivery can be dismissed as simply ‘par for the course’. Unfortunately, negligence can and does arise in the medical management of women in…
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Necrotising Fasciitis
Necrotising fasciitis is a bacterial infection which is more commonly known as the flesh-eating bug. The infection is most commonly acquired through surgical sites and its effects are life threatening. The result…
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Pressure Sore Claims
Pressure sores, also known as pressure ulcers or bedsores, are injuries to the skin and underlying tissue that result from prolonged pressure on the skin. They often occur in individuals…
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Sepsis Claims
Sepsis is a potentially life threatening complication of an infection. It occurs when chemicals are released by the body into the bloodstream in order to combat the infection, and an…
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Surgical Errors
A surgical error is where a doctor, or other health professional, makes a mistake during surgery which can affect the outcome of that surgery, or negatively affect the patient’s recovery. …
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Testimonials
This practice is extremely professional, yet approachable and friendly. I feel in very safe hands and that my solicitor understands my requirements fully.
My contact is Elizabeth Larner. She is so knowledgeable, helpful and professional and doesn’t mind going over things many times so I totally understand the process. She is also very caring and understands the upset and despair that goes with a medical negligence claim.
Catherine Pinnegar goes above and beyond in helping you with any questions about your case. Nothing is too much trouble and she always keeps me informed in any updates, you never have to chase her for information. I always highly recommended Wollens due to her exceptional service.
Very informative, professional and take the time to understand how you have been impacted. They treat you as a person and not a number.
Catherine Pinnegar and Hannah Goodman have excelled themselves to be kind, caring and always keep you informed of how the case is coming along! I will always recommend them and the firm.
A clinical negligence team with a great breadth of knowledge and a clear understanding of what is required to get the best results.
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