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Necrotising Fasciitis Claims Lawyers | Wollens Solicitors, Devon

Necrotising fasciitis, often referred to as the flesh-eating infection, is a rare but rapidly progressing bacterial infection that requires urgent diagnosis and treatment. Without prompt medical intervention, the infection can spread quickly, leading to severe tissue damage, limb amputation, permanent scarring or, in the most serious cases, death. While necrotising fasciitis can occur without negligence, failures to recognise the warning signs, delays in diagnosis, poor infection control or inadequate treatment may give rise to a necrotising fasciitis compensation claim.

At Wollens, our specialist Clinical Negligence solicitors have extensive experience supporting individuals and families affected by this devastating condition. We investigate cases involving delayed diagnosis, failures to prescribe timely antibiotics, delayed surgical intervention and hospital-acquired infections. Our team provides clear, compassionate legal advice throughout the claims process and, where appropriate, offers a No Win, No Fee service together with a free initial assessment and confidential, no-obligation advice.

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Get in touch with our team of Necrotising Fasciitis Claims experts today to discuss your requirements. You can contact us via email Email or telephone us 01803 213251

Key Contacts

Catherine Pinnegar

Associate Solicitor

catherine.pinnegar@wollens.co.uk 01803 225112

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Elizabeth Larner

Partner

Elizabeth.Larner@wollens.co.uk 01803 225135

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Hannah Goodman

Trainee Solicitor

hannah.goodman@wollens.co.uk 01803 225159

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Rachel Coward

Paralegal

rachel.coward@wollens.co.uk 01803 225185

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How Wollens Can Help With Necrotising Fasciitis Claims

Necrotising fasciitis claims are often medically complex and require detailed investigation to determine whether earlier diagnosis or treatment could have prevented serious injury. At Wollens, our specialist Clinical Negligence solicitors work alongside independent infectious disease specialists, surgeons and microbiology experts to establish whether the standard of care fell below what was reasonably expected.

We regularly investigate cases involving delayed recognition of symptoms, failures to refer patients for urgent treatment, delays in administering antibiotics, inadequate surgical intervention and poor infection control in healthcare settings. A successful necrotising fasciitis compensation claim can provide financial support for reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation, prosthetics, ongoing care, psychological therapy, loss of earnings and other long-term needs.

While compensation cannot undo the impact of this devastating condition, many clients also seek answers and reassurance that lessons will be learned to improve patient safety. Our experienced team is committed to providing compassionate guidance and expert legal support throughout every stage of your claim.

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Read some examples of cases we have successfully handled

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.

Elizabeth Larner and Catherine Pinnegar have wonderful client skills and are pragmatic, but are also tenacious and deliver excellent results.

A very efficient and effective team. A breath of fresh air and no nonsense.

The team has demonstrated excellence in the claimant clinical negligence market. They have an impressive level of expertise in this field. They are able to progress complex cases through to very good outcomes for their clients.

Elizabeth Larner and Catherine Pinnegar are the-go to clinical negligence specialists in their area.

Makes a difficult time easier to deal with. Great support

Elizabeth Larner is the solicitor I’ve been dealing with and I’m very lucky to have her acting for me. She has kept me informed at every stage.

Wollens’ clinical negligence practice have a growing reputation nationally, having proved themselves as leaders in the field in the South West.

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