Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant
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Provided by Moore Barlow LLP
Our Clinical Negligence team is Surrey based and provides services to clients nationwide who have suffered injury both in the private sector and the NHS. The areas of specialism include birth injuries including cerebral palsy, brain injury, spinal injury and in particular cauda equina cases, oncology, and surgical injuries as well as an array of other types of claims.
A team approach is taken which provides clients with a stronger and more consistent process. The focus is always on what is in the best interests of the client and what they would like to achieve as an outcome. We aim to provide readily available access to advice and guidance at all times.
Our team have access to a broad range of reputable external experts to assist in building the case drawn from Counsel, medical experts, case managers and rehabilitation providers. We use the latest technology on offer to view medical notes, records and radiology.
We have two members on the Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel and most of our lawyers are accredited with APIL.
“All of the lawyers were outstanding. They were all very patient and extremely professional in their attitudes. I cannot fault them”
Chambers Review
Moore Barlow has a highly impressive track record in complex clinical negligence litigation. It advises clients from offices based in Guildford, Richmond, Southampton and Woking. The team regularly undertakes challenging cases, including cerebral palsy, neurological injuries and undiagnosed infections. It also has a strong reputation for fatal cases. The team has expertise in cauda equina, encephalitis and ophthalmic cases. It represents clients in surgical negligence cases and delay in diagnosis claims.
Strengths
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"Moore Barlow provided us with the guidance and expertise we needed to navigate our way through a complex legal process, but also with empathy and compassion."
"Moore Barlow has dedicated lawyers who have a good knowledge of the clinical problems they are dealing with."
"I couldn’t have been happier with Maya and her team. They were there for me throughout the process, both professionally and personally."
"The team made me feel comfortable, confident and ready for every step. The attentiveness was brilliant and I always felt updated on what was going on. Billing was very transparent and clear."
"Moore Barlow provided us with the guidance and expertise we needed to navigate our way through a complex legal process, but also with empathy and compassion."
"Moore Barlow has dedicated lawyers who have a good knowledge of the clinical problems they are dealing with."
"I couldn’t have been happier with Maya and her team. They were there for me throughout the process, both professionally and personally."
"The team made me feel comfortable, confident and ready for every step. The attentiveness was brilliant and I always felt updated on what was going on. Billing was very transparent and clear."
Notable Practitioners
Anne Cassidy has notable experience as a dual-qualified lawyer and medical practitioner in complex claims relating to delay in diagnosis and neurological injuries. She demonstrates additional experience in breach of duty mandates.
"She is very forensic and has a very good, detailed understanding of her cases."
Guildford-based Helen Goatley is highly regarded for her proficient handling of brain injury claims stemming from negligent care. Goatley also acts on failure in diagnosis and duty of care mandates.
"Helen has fantastic client skills and a good understanding of the clinical negligence market."
"I am very impressed to her approach to the medical experts. She didn't miss any point, no stone was left unturned and she really put the hours in."
Maya Sushila is best known for her experience in handling cauda equina cases. She also represents clients in hypoxic brain injury as well as ophthalmic-related cases. Sushila is based in Southampton.
"Maya was exceptional, both professionally and personally. I always felt updated and that my personal feelings were also asked after."
"Maya was wonderful, genuine and caring. She explained everything well and always made time."
"Maya and her team were amazing. Thank you Maya and team for making it possible to feel heard."
"Maya has a complete understanding of how the defendant's mind works, usually with great success."
Richmond-based Sarah Stanton frequently acts on neonatal birth injuries. She also possesses expertise in delay in diagnosis matters.
"Sarah is a very experienced lawyer."
Ruth Hewitt is a senior associate in Southampton. She is experienced in handling clinical negligence matters surrounding surgical claims and delayed diagnosis.
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