A stillbirth is one of the most heartbreaking and horrific experiences to befall any expectant parent. Itspsychological and physical impact can be long-lasting, but knowing that the event could have been prevented if not for the medical negligence of a healthcare provider, makes the entire event even moredevastating.
Stillbirth is the loss of a baby after 20 to 28 weeks of pregnancy. Every year, over 3,600 stillbirths are recorded in the UK, with majority happening due to natural causes. If you have lost an infant due to thenegligent actions of a medical professional, you can make a
Stillbirth claims for compensation.
Making a Stillbirth Compensation Claim
Pursuing
medical negligence claims for stillbirth can be a complex and harrowing process, but whensuccessful, it can go some way to bring closure to someone who has lost their baby due to the negligence of a medical professional.
A stillbirth claim for compensation will factor in the pain you and your family have experienced due to the negligent actions leading to the stillbirth. Although nothing can really make up for the loss of a baby, a financial settlement can help you access support services that you need to better manage the situation. In addition to helping you access therapy or counselling services, a compensation can cover the cost of funeral for the infant.
If the stillbirth was due to the negligence of a medical professional at the NHS, you may consider making a complaint to the NHS first. Making a complaint through the
NHS complaints procedure can support your stillbirth compensation claim, as an investigation will be opened after your complaint.
If you are filing a complaint against the NHS, you should do this within 12 months of the negligent treatment. You can make this complaint either directly to the organization which sells their services to the NHS or to your healthcare authority. The NHS will respond to your complaint, letting you know how they intend to investigate your complaint and when you can expect a formal response. Once their investigation is done, its result can support your stillbirth compensation claim.
No Win No Fee Stillbirth Compensation Claims
Taking on the financial responsibilities associated with a claim is the last thing you want to worry about when making a stillbirth negligence claim. At
Medical Negligence Direct, we offer a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your case and evaluate your chances of success. If we belive you have grounds for a stillbirth negligence claim, our solicitors will represent you on a No Win No Fee basis.
The No Win No Fee funding arrangement is designed to give every everyone a chance to seek justice, no matter their financial situation. This means you wouldn’t have to pay us anything if your claim is unsuccessful. You would only pay a fee if the claim is successful.
At Medical Negligence Direct, our panel of friendly solicitors understand that there are only few things as heartbreaking as the loss of a baby. This is why we are particularly compassionate when dealing with expectant parents who have lost their infants due to the negligent actions of a medical professional.
Our goal is to make the claims process as stress-free as possible for you. This is our promise to you.
