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In the latest episode of our Righting Wrongs podcast, senior associate solicitor Caroline Murgatroyd joins us to discuss the findings of a recent review into Great Ormond Street Hospital. The review revealed that 94 children were harmed – some of them severely – in procedures carried out by orthopaedic surgeon Dr Yaser Jabbar between 2017 and 2022. Caroline expands on some of the specific issues h...

In the latest episode of our Righting Wrongs podcast, Hayley Collinson has the latest on the situation around failings in breast surgery services at County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust. An ongoing review has found that approximately one in six women treated for breast cancer at the trust were caused ‘moderate or severe harm’. Hayley also highlights that many patients have expressed concerns abo...

In this episode of the Righting Wrongs podcast, Jim Oldfield talks to medical negligence solicitor Matthew Gascoyne about sepsis and the increasing impact of Martha’s Rule. Following a successful year-long trial phase, Martha’s Rule is now being rolled out in NHS facilities across the country. Matthew explains how it’s improving communication and trust within care settings, while giving patients m...

In this episode of Righting Wrongs, Chris Wilson speaks with Ronke Bain, Associate Chartered Legal Executive at Hudgell Solicitors, about never events. These are serious, preventable mistakes such as wrong site surgery, retained foreign objects, and incorrect implants. Ronke explains what never events are, why they happen, and how patients can seek legal advice if affected.

In the latest episode of #RightingWrongs, Head of Clinical Negligence (Hull), Elizabeth Maliakal, reacts to the release of the Verita report into Kuldeep Stohr and Addenbrooke's Hospital.

Senior medical negligence solicitor Elizabeth Maliakal leads Hudgell Solicitors’ representation of families in relation to the ongoing investigation at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge into the treatment of more than 700 children & adults by surgeon Kuldeep Stohr.  Listen to her update on the investigation and the adviceShe has information for anyone who received treatment from Ms Stohr and...

In this episode, Amy Rossall, a solicitor in our medical negligence department, explores the issue of deaths resulting from mental health negligence. She explains how an Article 2 inquest can provide much-needed answers to bereaved families, and how Prevention of Future Deaths reports can drive meaningful change to help stop such tragedies from happening again. If you would like to speak to Amy or...

Team Leader & Associate Solicitor Kerry Gillespie delves into fatal workplace accidents and inquests , sharing her expertise and insights on how families can seek justice, the most common fatal workplace accidents and the importance of legal representation.

Personal Injury lawyer Samantha Thompson shines a spotlight on workplace injury claims, particularly focusing on cases involving apprentices and young workers. She provides essential insights on how inexperience and inadequate training can lead to accidents, and the steps that businesses should be putting in place to prevent them. With a strong track record in advocating for the rights of injured...

Senior Solicitor Mark Ellis delves into workplace accident compensation claims, sharing his expertise and insights on how to make a claim, the necessity of proving negligence, and the potential awards for serious injury cases. With years of experience handling catastrophic injury claims, Mark answers essential questions to guide listeners through the complexities of the process.

Medical negligence solicitor Caroline Murgatroyd leads Hudgell Solicitor’s representation of families in relation to the ongoing investigation at Great Ormond Street Hospital into the treatment of 721 children by surgeon Dr Yaser Jabbar. Six months have now passed since details of the investigation were revealed. Here, Miss Murgatroyd provides an update on the investigation, and what is known from...

A year ago the Post Office scandal was dramatised in the TV series 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office. Hundreds more victims came forward and governments have pledged justice and compensation for those affected. Solicitor Neil Hudgell , who has successfully represented hundreds of subpostmasters, explains how the various schemes are working.

The Horizon Shortfall Scheme compensates people affected but not convicted of a crime by the Post Office. If you were one of more than 2,400 applicants, Hudgell Solicitors can help ensure you receive the damages you deserve. The scheme offers a minimum settlement of £75,000. As solicitor Neil Hudgell explains, a review by our expert team can result in substantially increased compensation awards.

The Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme enables victims of the Post Office scandal to secure compensation. We have registered claims and secured millions in payments on behalf of our clients whose convictions were quashed. We can advise on whether to accept the £600,000 offer or whether to pursue higher damages. As solicitor Neil Hudgell explains, our work can ensure awards are secured as quickly a...

Former subpostmasters who were suspended and had their salaries withheld can apply for compensation under the Suspension Remuneration Review scheme. The review can ensure full awards for loss of pay, cost of loans, legal and accountancy advice, and the sale of a property at reduced value. Solicitor ⁠ Neil Hudgell ⁠ , who represents victims of the ⁠ Post Office Scandal⁠ , says cases need to be subm...

Hundreds of postmasters who may have used the Capture IT system and experienced shortfalls are being asked to come forward so compensation can be awarded. Capture was used in branches from 1992 onwards, with various versions and upgrades, until 1999. Solicitor Neil Hudgell , who represents victims of the Post Office Scandal , says those affected are being asked to get in touch to help rebuild thei...

A child who was left severely disabled having suffered a brain injury due to a lack of oxygen shortly before birth has been awarded almost £24m. The case centred on the care provided to his mother and the concerns she raised when attending an antenatal clinic. The family was represented by medical negligence solicitor Chris Moore who explains why a Judge agreed that the man’s cerebral palsy was du...

Informed consent is important during pregnancy and childbirth. It may be required from an expectant mother before a decision to opt for a caesarean birth is made, an induced labour or an episiotomy. Mothers should be fully informed of all the birth options available to them and advised on the benefits and risks of each. Medical negligence solicitor Maria Repanos explains how a lack of medical cons...

One in ten cases of cerebral palsy is due to medical negligence by a midwife, doctor, or medical team. Complications either before or at the time of birth can also lead to other lifelong injuries such as Erb’s Palsy and Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE). Medical negligence lawyer Maria Repanos explains how a baby’s birth injury could be due to negligent care and how legal advice can support an...

Many women and children are harmed in pregnancy or during childbirth. Experiencing birth trauma or a birth injury can be due to negligent treatment or poor communication from health professionals. Listen to medical negligence lawyer Maria Repanos explain why you might want an explanation and an investigation if you feel you’ve been let down and why it’s important to seek legal advice.

If you’ve been injured or become ill while on holiday abroad and it wasn’t your fault you could be entitled to compensation. But should you claim on your travel insurance or seek specialist legal advice? Listen to travel lawyer Tracy Stansfield explain why it’s important to seek damages from the travel company or the airline you booked with and not your own insurer.

Following the broadcast of the TV drama ‘Mr Bates vs The Post Office’, the case has become a high priority for Government and been the focus of news bulletins across the world. Here,  solicitor Neil Hudgell  reflects on the impact and answers some of the key questions.  Hudgell Solicitors is currently representing and advising more than 500 people concerning the  Post Office Horizon IT Scandal . 

If you’ve been injured while on a cruise ship holiday that wasn’t your fault you could be entitled to claim compensation. It may have been due to faulty furniture, severe weather conditions or as a result of someone’s negligence. Listen to Marc Dando, a specialist travel lawyer, explain how you might be covered, whatever the circumstances. -------- Righting Wrongs is a podcast from Hudgell Solicit...

If you’ve had a ski accident which wasn’t your fault you could be entitled to claim compensation. It may have been due to faulty ski equipment or as a result of someone’s negligence. Listen to Marc Dando, a specialist travel lawyer, explain how tour operators have a duty of care to keep you safe and how successful claims can also be brought against fellow skiers, ski centres and piste authorities....

The term wrongful birth is used when babies are born with injuries or disabilities which medical professionals should have detected during pregnancy. A failure to inform mothers/parents denies them the opportunity to take a very difficult decision as to whether to continue with the pregnancy. Listen to Samantha Darwin, a senior medical negligence solicitor, explain how legal advice could lead to m...