Strokes – early detection, and prompt treatment are imperative
As one of the leading causes of disability and death globally, stroke awareness, early detection, and prompt treatment are imperative. Equally important is the prevention of clinical negligence associated with stroke mismanagement, which can further complicate an already difficult situation for patients and their families. Understanding strokes and their impact Strokes fall into two primary […]
Legal Concerns and Patient Safety Risks with Physician Associates
Physician Associates (PAs) are healthcare workers trained to provide support to doctors, but they are not trained to the same level as a doctor. However, in 2022 the Royal College College of Physicians held a census into their role of PAs in the UK’s healthcare system (654cfde59a060_FPA_Census_Report_2022_final_for_web.pdf) and found they are taking on a wide […]
SANDS – Starlight Walk – Bristol – 23 November 2024
Tina Ashley with her dog Mia In support of Baby Loss Awareness Week 2024, Davies and Partners’ Associate Solicitor Tina Ashley is participating in the SANDS Starlight Walk on 23 November 2024 at the Ashton Court Estate, Bristol. The walk is to recognise those affected by the loss of a baby and help them find […]
AvMA Panel Reaccreditation for medical negligence specialist Ewan Lockhart who the committee states ‘sets a high benchmark for other practitioners’
Chief Executive Ewan Lockhart Davies and Partners Chief Executive Ewan Lockhart, who is one of the UK’s foremost medical negligence solicitors, is celebrating his reaccreditation onto the prestigious Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA), Specialist Clinical Negligence Panel for a further five years. In their confirmation of Ewan’s reaccreditation AvMA commented that “In addition to achieving very […]
Managing Urinary Incontinence with Neurological Damage
Spina Bifida is a birth defect where the spine and spinal cord do not form properly during development in the womb. This condition can lead to various physical and neurological issues, including urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence (losing bladder control) can make life tough, especially if you also have neurological damage. The National Institute for Health […]
BABY LOSS AWARENESS WEEK 9-15 OCTOBER 2024
Baby loss awareness week 9 – 15 October 2024 #BLAW2024 marks the 22nd year of bringing a community together to share their stories and to provide support to families impacted by baby loss. The aim is to raise awareness and let those impacted know that they are not alone. Losing a baby as a result […]
Whistleblowing and its significance for medical negligence
The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK is a respected organisation providing healthcare to millions. However, sometimes things go wrong, leading to patient harm or even death. In these cases, whistleblowers within the NHS are crucial in exposing these issues, but their journey is often difficult and fraught with challenges. The Role of Whistleblowers […]
The Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) National Review of Maternity Services 2024
The Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) National Review of Maternity Services in England from 2022 to 2024 highlights a deeply concerning issue: the normalisation of patient harm. Despite some areas of excellence, nearly half of the 131 locations inspected were rated as “requires improvement” or “inadequate,” with safety being a major concern. One of the most […]
World Patient Safety Day: A Call for Vigilance and Action
World Patient Safety Day is held annually on September 17th and aims to reminds us how important it is to keep patients safe in healthcare systems around the world. The World Health Organisation (WHO) started this day in 2019 to raise awareness and encourage global action to improve patient safety and reduce harm in healthcare. […]
World Sepsis Day – 13 September 2024
Sepsis is a serious and life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s response to infection causes damage to its own tissues and organs and sometimes death in adults and children across the globe. Today is about raising awareness and helping both the public and healthcare professionals to recognise the signs of sepsis early on. 1 […]
Enhancing Patient Safety: The Role of Commissioners’ Consultation into “Principles of Better Patient Safety”
On 24 July 2024 the Patient safety commissioner launched a public consultation on a new set of principles to put patient safety at the centre of healthcare in England. As healthcare systems become increasingly complex, the need for robust strategies to ensure patient safety has never been more pressing. One critical aspect of enhancing patient […]
Court delays and a way forward
Bringing a claim for compensation when you have been injured can seem to take a long time. Part of the delay is often caused by trying to prove liability i.e. who is to blame and some of the delay is because we have to wait for your recovery so the medical experts can provide a […]