This document provides an overview of the process involved in pursuing a personal injury claim in England and Wales. It is intended to help you understand the key stages, requirements, and considerations before proceeding with a claim

Medical negligence cases involve both healthcare and law, often involving complex clinical details that are difficult for non-medical professionals to interpret. Determining whether a healthcare provider breached their duty of care and whether that breach caused harm requires a careful, evidence-based view. This is where medical negligence experts become vital. Their role is not only…

One of the first steps in pursuing a medical negligence claim is to obtain your medical records

Following the publication of the Ockenden report into maternity failings at Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals Trust, one of the steps taken by the Government was to provide additional funding, which was allocated to improve maternity safety

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our much-loved colleague and friend, Lily Lammond.

Following negotiation with the Defendants insurers, we have successfully concluded a recent claim, the facts of which were that the client was at work when an accident occurred. 

Medical negligence can have devastating consequences for patients and their families

We have noticed a general increase in clients seeking advice about challenging Wills or making claims against estates

As a landlord, we sometimes forget what we need to provide our tenants – have they got the correct Tenancy Agreement, where do I put the money for the deposit, how do I protect them and myself as their landlord

We have successfully concluded a medical negligence claim for one of our clients following a hysterectomy

We have successfully concluded a medical negligence claim for one of our clients.  This client has agreed that we can use her file as a case study for marketing purposes. The facts were as follows:- The claim proceeded against a care home, where the Claimant’s mother had been admitted for respite care. Sadly, she subsequently…

We have successfully concluded a medical negligence claim for one of our clients

We have successfully concluded an Accident at Work Personal Injury claim for one of our clients

If you are bringing a claim for personal injuries, whether this be from medical negligence or an accident claim, your solicitor may talk about fundamental dishonesty. So what does this mean

We have successfully concluded a medical negligence claim for one of our clients

When it comes to your healthcare, it is important to know that you have the right to make a complaint about any aspect of NHS care, treatment, or service

We have successfully concluded a medical negligence claim for one of our clients. In 2018, during a pregnancy, a patient experienced ongoing and severe abdominal pain and nausea. She was also losing blood from her rectum. She was advised to visit her GP by her midwife. She visited her GP on several occasions during her…

Most clients these days have heard about alternative dispute resolution and will be familiar with what this means however, when in the heat of a legal dispute, these alternatives to the expense of Court proceedings can often be forgotten

Since the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority was first introduced in 1964 victims of violent crimes could make a claim against the Government for the injuries they suffered

Dealing with nuisance tenants can sometimes be more of a worry than a problem

Making the decision to live in a care home is a big step for most people

At Maxwell Hodge we offer a range of legal services, including acting for our clients in claims for medical negligence

We have recently dealt with a medical negligence claim for a client and successfully secured compensation

The Duty of Candour Regulations, implemented by the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, came into force in November 2014 for NHS Bodies and in April 2015 for all other organisations

We have successfully concluded a medical negligence claim for one of our clients

Personal Injury Claims On 2nd October 2023 new rules came into force which meant that certain cases will be subject to fixed recoverable costs (FRC)

On 2nd October 2023 new rules came in to force which meant that certain cases will be subject to fixed recoverable costs (FRC)

In an accident involving a serious injury, it is essential to secure an early admission of liability in order to obtain the crucial treatment needed to aid a client’s recovery

We are delighted to welcome Yasmin Perry to our Medical Negligence Team

Being owed money can be a tedious, stressful occurrence for anybody who is unfortunate enough to be a part of it

In February 2023, the Government announced that costs reforms were coming into force in April 2023

If you have been involved in a serious accident, which was not your fault, which has caused injury, there are two types of damages that you can claim.

This is a question that our clients are always worried about when they are owed money by a third party (the Defendant)

When you bring a claim for damages following a serious injury, as the Claimant, you must prove that you have suffered an injury which has been caused by the accident.

The claim is in relation to the treatment the Claimant’s father, now deceased, received whilst he was under the care of the Royal Liverpool University Hospital (RLUH) in the period before his death.  The claim was brought by the son. The Claimant’s father was admitted to RLUH in June 2018 and upon admission, a Falls…

We would all like to think that all care homes treat their residents with dignity and look after their medical needs with the expertise they deserve, as they owe a duty of care to their residents to do so. Largely that is true, but what should you do if you or a loved one suffers…

As a personal injury lawyer, one of my concerns is to consider whether a claim is brought in time

We have recently dealt with a medical negligence claim for a client and successfully secured compensation. The claim involved cataract surgery with anaesthetic administered to the Claimant during the same. The client had attended hospital to have cataract surgery. She had a left eye cataract and this was uneventful. She returned to the same hospital…

We are often asked by our clients how much it will cost to bring a claim to court. The answer is wide ranging due to the nature of different disputes and also depending on the complexity of a case and how much work would be involved. Disputes such as Will disputes, contract disputes and property…

If you have had a successful accident claim, then you may be entitled to receive compensation.

NHS England’s website defines “never events” as “.. serious incidents that are entirely preventable because guidance or safety recommendations providing strong systemic protective barriers are available at a national level, and should have been implemented by all healthcare providers”.

We have successfully completed a claim for a client involved in an accident at work.

Debt can be a daunting thing. A lot of people don’t like to talk about debt because it feels almost “taboo”.

We have successfully concluded a claim for one of our clients following a tripping accident

During our work, assisting clients with disputes, we often are instructed in connection with breakdowns in relationship between neighbours, primarily over land, which forms the boundary between properties.

Changes to the Highway Code will shortly be coming in to force. Here’s what you need to know to avoid an accident or liability

We have recently concluded a claim for one of our clients following a tripping accident.

We recognise that not receiving proper medical care can have devastating consequences for you or your loved ones.

Following the changes that came into effect on the 31st May 2021, the Official Injury Claims Portal recently released figures showing that at least 45,718 claims have been submitted through the online Claims Portal between the 31st May and the 31st August 2021.

We regularly act for Landlord and Tenants in connection with property disputes and providing advice.

There are time limits for bringing most claims. The time limit for a clinical/medical negligence claim is 3 years from the date of injury, or 3 years from the date of knowledge.

We are asked many questions about property disputes, but most of the questions relate to co-ownership.

We have recently concluded a claim for one of our clients following an accident at work.

In my many years practicing family law, I have seen a multitude of reasons for filing for divorce raised by Petitioners.

If you believe that you, or a member of your family, have received substandard or negligent care, you may wish to send a letter of complaint to the NHS Trust or the individual responsible for that care.

The attached article published by Legal Futures highlights the risks involved in leaving online reviews against any business. It seems commonplace these days for many people to turn to online reviews to vent their frustration when a service has not met their expectations. However, the attached article highlights the risks in doing this. If you…

Throughout the dealing of your claim, your Solicitor may discuss Limitation. The Limitation Period is the time you have to bring a claim.

You will probably come across a number of different professionals during the course of your serious injury claim – but how do you know who they are and what they are doing to assist your claim?

There are formal processes to try and settle your serious injury claim. These processes are collectively known as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

Your Solicitor will discuss the potential to settle your claim throughout the claims process. Medical evidence will be needed to value your injuries together with any other reports to value your financial losses. Our Guides on Damages and Expert Evidence detail these processes.

A Solicitor may have to issue a claim for a number of reasons. If liability is in dispute, a settlement cannot be reached or there is a deadline approaching for your claim, then court proceedings may be issued. Issued means sending the details of your claim to the court. The court will then process the…

If you have been involved in a serious accident, which was not your fault, which has caused injury, there are two types of damages that you can claim.

Depending on the type of accident which has caused your serious injury, your Solicitor will be particularly interested in any evidence you have to prove your case. As the Claimant, the burden of proving the other party is at fault rests with you.

One of the most difficult aspects when choosing a solicitor is having trust and confidence in them. Where do you start and how do you make the right choice?

If you have been involved in an accident which was not your fault, there are two types of damages which you can claim for.

Do you know what your rights are?

When you make a decision to have work done on your home, time is spent considering what sort of work is required, who should do it and how much you can afford to pay. These are all important decisions, which can be difficult.

One of the most valuable assets to us is our home. If you own a property, you need to ensure that it is taken care of and that there are no issues which could result in the property being worth less than market value. A number of unexpected issues can mean that your property is…

Personal Injury claims have had quite a lot of bad press of late. There are suggestions that individuals who have been involved in accidents are claiming compensation when they have not been injured and just make claims as a matter of course. Insurers claim that for people in say a road traffic accident, a claim…

Leasehold properties, regardless of length of term, will usually make provision for the Landlord, or Freeholder, to charge a service charge for the services the Landlord is obliged to provide under the terms of the lease.

We are often contacted by clients who own a property with a partner or spouse however that relationship has broken down and they wish to move on. Often they will want to sell the property but the other owner refuses and wants to stay in the property.

When someone close to you dies it can be a difficult time, both emotionally and practically. If that person has left a will you may find that you have been appointed to act as one of the executors.

Despite our best of intentions, and no matter what systems we have in place, difficulties can occur, giving rise to conflict, both within the internal workings of our business and with third parties.

Most clients these days have heard about alternative dispute resolution and will be familiar with what this means however, when in the heat of a legal dispute, these alternatives to the expense of Court proceedings can often be forgotten. It is worth noting that some disputes cannot be resolved without the Court’s help however for…

You have agreed to act as Guarantor and signed an Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement for a family member or friend. The lease Agreement was for a fixed period which has now expired. The landlord is now looking to you for payment of the rent but the lease has expired. Why then are you liable to…

Dealing with the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority, more commonly known as the CICA can be a stressful and emotional time. This can be why people don’t claim. But when is it too late to claim?

Did you know that if you are involved in a legal dispute or claim and you get stuck along the way, you don’t always need a Solicitor to take over dealing with the whole case for you.