Leicester Maternity Negligence Claims l Nelsons Solicitors

Expert advice regarding pregnancy and birth injury claims

At Nelsons, our experienced team of medical negligence solicitors can investigate and pursue maternity injury claims against University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust for mothers and babies injured during childbirth.

With offices in Derby, Leicester, and Nottingham, our experienced team is dedicated to providing you with the support and expertise you need. Contact us today on 0800 024 1976 or via our online enquiry form to find out more.

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CQC inspection into the maternity services at Leicester Hospitals

There have been numerous reports in recent years concerning serious failings within the maternity services at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. This led to an independent review of Leicester’s maternity units following the deaths of babies.

In September 2023, the maternity units at Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospital were rated inadequate after a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection which took place earlier in 2023.

Within its inspection, the CQC assessed whether the maternity units were well-led by managers and safe for mothers and their babies.

It found that care had deteriorated at the units at Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospitals. Safety was highlighted as a particular concern for the inspectors. They rated this as inadequate, which is the lowest possible rating from the CQC.

The inspectors also found that some people had experienced delays in their care of up to six hours as doctors were not available. This resulted in people discharging themselves.

The CQC’s report also highlighted issues with cleanliness and the age of some equipment used on the units.

Maternity negligence claims against Leicester Hospitals – How we can help

We can assist in bringing claims against all University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Hospitals, which includes:

Leicester Royal Infirmary
Leicester General Hospital
St Mary’s Birth Centre

Over the years, our highly experienced team, which is ranked in Tier One by the independently researched publication, The Legal 500, has successfully pursued numerous maternity negligence claims against East Midlands hospitals. We have advised on claims for various types of injuries including:

Cerebral palsy
Erb’s palsy
Stillbirth
Injuries to the baby whilst in the Neonatal Unit
Neonatal death
Damage to the mother’s pelvic area, bowel or bladder
Maternal death

These injuries or conditions were generally as a result of:

Failure to diagnose complications
Errors during delivery
Inadequate care during pregnancy
Mistakes made by healthcare professionals

The team is led by highly regarded and specialist legal professionals who bring decades of experience to the table. This ensures that when you instruct us to pursue a maternity negligence claim on your behalf, you are placing your trust in some of the industry’s most capable hands.

Our legal experts understand that it can be overwhelming thinking about bringing a maternity negligence claim. The expertise of our team ensures that we will give you the specialist advice and support you need through every step of your claim. We are widely recognised for our adept handling of intricate cases and have a strong track record of securing compensation for our clients.

Meet the team

Matthew Olner
Partner & Solicitor
Danielle Young
Partner & Solicitor
Georgina Sheppard
Associate & Solicitor

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Our trusted, compassionate and comprehensive service

In addition to their Tier One Legal 500 ranking, our team is also recognised by:

We are one of a few specialist firms that are still able to offer Legal Aid in cases involving babies.

We instruct the most experienced independent medical experts, who will review your medical records and comment on the standard of care that you received and whether this was negligent in causing you injury. We use highly experienced barristers who we may instruct to work with us on your claim.

When it comes to valuing a claim, we often instruct several independent experts who will comment on the nature and extent of your or your baby’s injuries, future prognosis, and short and long-term needs.

Often in these cases, the Court will order that the injured person should receive a lump sum payment of compensation plus an amount each year (periodical payments) for the rest of their life, to ensure that their ongoing needs are met.

"Matthew Olner is an old hand! Extremely experienced and again clients find his calm, reassuring manner of great comfort."

Referee feedback provided to The Legal 500 2024
"Matthew Olner is so lovely to work with and he gets very good results. He has very good knowledge of medicine and makes sure that he has got to grips with all the medical issues, which is very impressive. He is so courteous with all he deals with that he gets the best out of people, whether that be experts or the other side..."

Referee feedback provided to The Legal 500 2024
"I have been working with Nelsons for over 5 years mainly with Matthew [Olner], he is one of the best lawyers I have every met and worked with. He is also a friend. I would trust him and his company to make the right decisions for my future needs, more than happy to continue out working relationship."

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"Unbelievable how good Matthew dealt with my claim....outstanding service and was fully kept up to date with all issues.....outstanding company"

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"I have been using Nelsons, Leicester to pursue a medical negligence claim. Danielle Young who has been handling my case has been brilliant from the very start. I would highly recommend Nelsons. Thanks for all your help in pursuing my compensation."

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"I have been very impressed by the service and result of my case. It made me feel that someone really care and that I was important. I would recommend this company anytime. Special thanks Matthew Olner who I now feel that I could call anytime."

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"The care and compassion that both myself and my child have received from Danielle [Young] at Nelsons, is the most positive experience I have had. Danielle was completely approachable and demonstrated tireless dedication to our case..."

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"...She [Danielle Young] has kept us informed and involved throughout, her knowledge and resourcefulness reassured us at each stage. I felt that our best interests were always at the forefront of every decision and explained thoroughly in a way we could understand..."

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"...As a mother with a child centred approach, choosing the right solicitor for my child’s overall mental health and wellbeing was equally as important – and I was not let down."

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"My recent experience at Nelsons has been outstanding. My case was represented by Danielle Young and I can’t thank her enough; Danielle has finally been able to give me justice and closure. From day one Danielle has been nothing but professional, empathetic, proactive and responsive..."

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"...After such a traumatic ordeal, it was important for me find a solicitor I could trust and saw me as a person and not just another case. Danielle is a advocate of personalised service and is a huge asset to the firm. Thank you for all your hard work Danielle - I couldn’t have done this without your support."

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"Honestly, everything I cannot fault nothing. Nelsons - the medical negligence team in Leicester - have been absolutely amazing, they have been considerate, professional and supportive...I have 100% confidence in them and know they are handling my case with the upmost respect and care. I would not go anywhere else."

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