The Law, The Facts & Life Back on Track

What happens when medical treatment goes wrong?  Tara Pileggi-Byrne , Associate Solicitor, explains what it is like working in the medical negligence team.  Growing up in a small Welsh valley town with Irish and Malaysian parents, Tara never imagined she'd become a solicitor specialising in medical negligence. After discovering her squeamishness ruled out a medical career, she found her calli...

Navigating the world after an amputation requires reimagining not just mobility, but the very spaces we call home. Julie Marsh , Partner in our Medical Negligence team, is joined by Architect, Jonathan France. In this episode, he shares his expertise on accommodation needs following amputation due to medical negligence, drawing from his unique journey from construction sites to expert witness work...

The pressure on parents when a newborn requires extended hospital care can be overwhelming. Between hospital visits, financial strain, and workplace demands, families face challenges from all sides. That's why the Neonatal Care Leave and Pay Act 2023 represents such a critical development for UK parents. Rachel Makore , a medical negligence solicitor who specialises in birth injury cases, joi...

Listen to the first in our four episode podcast series where Anne Pearson of Boyes Turner's Court of Protection team talks to Ruth Meyer, a professional deputy and the head of the Court of Protection team about her role as a financial deputy. Episode links: Visit our website Contact us Personal injury Medical Negligence Asbestos Court of Protection Special Educational Needs

Listen to the second in our four episode podcast series where Anne Pearson of Boyes Turner's Court of Protection team talks to Ruth Meyer, a professional deputy and the head of the Court of Protection team about her role as a financial deputy on a day to day basis. Episode links: Visit our website Contact us Personal injury Medical Negligence Asbestos Court of Protection Special Educational N...

Listen to the third in our four episode podcast series where Anne Pearson of Boyes Turner's Court of Protection team talks to Ruth Meyer, a professional deputy and the head of the Court of Protection team about her role as a financial deputy in making best interest decisions. Episode links: Visit our website Contact us Personal injury Medical Negligence Asbestos Court of Protection Special Ed...

Listen to the final episode of our podcast series where Anne Pearson of Boyes Turner's Court of Protection team talks to Ruth Meyer, a professional deputy and the head of the Court of Protection team about capacity and what this means within the Court of Protection. Episode links: Visit our website Contact us Personal injury Medical Negligence Asbestos Court of Protection Special Educational...

This is the first episode in a short series looking at property adaptions for people living under the Court of Protection. Episode links: Visit our website Contact us Personal injury Medical Negligence Asbestos Court of Protection Special Educational Needs

Julie Marsh , Partner in our Medical Negligence team, is joined by Kate Gibbons, Senior Rehabilitation Case Manager, to discuss the critical role of rehabilitation case managers in helping amputees rebuild their lives after catastrophic injury. Their conversation reveals how case managers support recovery by coordinating multidisciplinary support teams that address everything from medical needs to...

Ever wondered how compensation from a clinical negligence or personal injury claim is impacted by divorce? Listen in for a compelling discussion with Rachel Makore and Nicola Weeks . They explore how compensation settlements that are meant for financial losses and the cost of meeting the needs that arise from the disability are treated when a marriage dissolves. From the increased likelihood of di...

In this episode, Lindsay Da Rè , Senior Associate - Solicitor in the Court of Protection team speaks to Enikő Kocsis from the Rainbow Centre . With over 20 years of expertise, Enikő reveals the Rainbow Centre’s mission to aid children and adults with neurological conditions by leveraging the principles of neuroplasticity. In this enlightening episode, Enikő delves into the comprehensive support th...

Fran Rothwell and Tara Byrne both work as associate solicitors in the Medical Negligence team. In this podcast, they discuss cervical cancer prevention.  Fran and Tara have extensive experience working with cervical cancer clients and talk to us about the common difficulties clients experience. They also expose the heart-wrenching outcomes of delayed diagnosis, with a focus on the emotional and ph...

Every brain injury survivor's journey is as unique as their fingerprint, and navigating the road to recovery requires a map we're constantly redrawing. In this episode, Claire Roantree , Partner in the Personal Injury team , talks to Case Manager Dan Whitlock, as about the complexities of rehabilitating individuals like David*, whose life was upended by a brain injury .  Listen in as the...

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion as Ruth Meyer, Head of the Court of Protection team at Boyes Turner, dispels common myths surrounding dementia. In this engaging episode, Ruth and Charlene Hughes explore the significance of being a Dementia Friend and the positive impact it can have. Charlene shares her personal journey, revealing how she not only embraced the role of a dementia friend b...

Join Claire Roantree , Partner in the Personal Injury team , as she engages in a enlightening conversation with Dr. Ian McCurdie and Allyson Ballard, co-founders of Remedy Healthcare UK. This podcast episode delves into the world of rehabilitation for complex trauma and musculoskeletal injuries, including amputations. Gain valuable insights from a consultant in rehabilitation medicine and an occup...

In this episode, we delve into the world of complex musculoskeletal (MSK) rehabilitation and explore the challenges faced by individuals with MSK conditions. Whether you are seeking guidance as a patient or looking to expand your knowledge as a medical professional tune in to gain a deeper understanding of MSK conditions learn about effective rehabilitation strategies, and hear inspiring stories o...

 In this thought-provoking and informative podcast, Boyes Turner brings you a deep dive into the complex and often overlooked realm of burns and scarring rehabilitation.  Join our host, Claire Roantree and guest Christine Sharp, Case Manager, as they shed light on the challenges faced by individuals who have experienced burns and scarring, and explore the innovative strategies and treatments that...

 In this week's episode, Tara Byrne and Ben Ireland , two of Boyes Turner 's Associate Solicitors in the highly renowned medical negligence team, discuss brain injuries , their cases, medical negligence and the legal process. This week is also Action For Brain Injury Awareness Week. A week when focus and awareness is raised for many brain injury survivors, which may be seen as a hidden d...

In this podcast, Julie and Richard talk about the link between ASD ADHD, and brain injury. There are situations where ASD / ADHD is caused by physical injury.  If the physical injury was caused by substandard medical care, you can claim compensation.  Our expert speakers provide valuable insights into the complexities of the process, offering guidance and perspectives for those navigating compensa...

Gain unique insights into the responsibilities, challenges, and impact of Case Managers in various fields.  Amy shares her expertise and experiences, shedding light on the critical support that Case Managers provide.  Episode links: Visit our website Contact us Personal injury Medical Negligence Asbestos Court of Protection Special Educational Needs

 In the UK, there are approximately 205,000 people with a stoma. In this episode, Fran Rothwell an Associate – solicitor within our medical negligence team is joined by Giovanni Cinque, from Colostomy UK, to discuss the everyday challenges of living with a Stoma and the support available. Our medical negligence experts have secured compensation for people living with a Stoma as a result of an inju...

 Tara Byrne, Associate Solicitor in the Medical Negligence Team is joined by Claire Roantree, Partner in the Personal Injury Team and Martin Anderson, Associate Solicitor in the Personal Injury and Asbestos Disease Team to discuss their work helping families following the death of a loved one. Join us as we explore the legal aspects, emotional challenges, and avenues for assistance in the aftermat...

Tara Byrne, Associate Solicitor in the Medical Negligence Team is joined by Jason Robinson, Amputee Lead Physiotherapist at Trauma Physio to talk about the importance of physiotherapy in amputee rehabilitation.  Join us for an enlightening episode as we dive into the transformative world of amputee rehabilitation and the pivotal role of physiotherapy. Our expert guests shed light on the latest adv...

 In this episode, join Medical Negligence expert Sita Soni as she interviews Tania Gallagher who works for the White Lodge Centre discussing the services the charity provides to individuals with disabilities and their families.  Tania has a unique perspective as her daughter, Olivia also used the services at White Lodge when she was a baby up to adulthood. Gain a deeper understanding of the impact...

 Join us as we unravel the complexities of decision-making for individuals lacking mental capacity and explore the responsibilities and challenges faced by deputies. Our four part Court of Protection episode podcast series where Anne Pearson of Boyes Turner's Court of Protection team talks to Ruth Meyer, a professional deputy and the head of the Court of Protection team. Ruth chats about her...