Medical Negligence Solicitors

Why Choose Howells?

• Accredited specialists

Accredited by the Law Society and Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA), and recognised in The Legal 500 and the Chambers and Partners.

• Trusted by our clients

Our clinical negligence solicitors have 99% client satisfaction rating on over 130 reviews, and are the number one medical negligence law firm in the UK on Review Solicitors.

• No Win No Fee options available*

Our no win no fee agreement helps you take legal action and you don’t have to worry about upfront costs.*

• A personal, supportive approach

We guide you in plain English and with clarity, every step of the way

Are you concerned about making a claim against the NHS?

Claims are typically managed by NHS solicitors. Your local hospital or doctor does not handle them.

Do I Have A Medical Negligence Claim?

You may have a claim if the care you received fell below an acceptable standard and caused you harm.

This could include situations where:

• A condition was misdiagnosed or diagnosed too late
• You received incorrect or delayed treatment
• A mistake was made during surgery
• Important symptoms were missed or ignored
• Your condition worsened due to avoidable errors

You don’t need to be certain that negligence has occurred. Many people contact us simply because something doesn’t feel right.

We’ll listen carefully to your experience and help you understand whether you may be able to make a claim.

Speak to a Medical Negligence Solicitor

Today If something doesn’t feel right about the care you received, it’s worth having a conversation.

• Free initial assessment
• No Win No Fee options
• Clear advice with no obligation

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Why Do Medical Negligence Claims Happen?

Medical negligence claims often arise when healthcare providers fail to act on symptoms, delay treatment, or make avoidable mistakes.

Common reasons include:

• Missed or delayed diagnosis
• Failure to refer or investigate
• Errors during surgery or treatment
• Poor communication between medical teams

If you’ve been left feeling that something wasn’t handled properly, it may be worth exploring your options.

Types of Medical Negligence Claims We Handle

Our specialist medical negligence solicitors support clients across a wide range of claims. Whether the issue relates to a delayed diagnosis, surgical error, or failures in ongoing care, we’re here to help you understand your options.

Misdiagnosis Claims

Early and accurate diagnosis is essential for effective treatment. When a condition is missed, diagnosed incorrectly, or identified too late, it can lead to unnecessary suffering and, in some cases, life-changing or life-threatening consequences.

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Surgical Negligence

Surgical errors can have serious and lasting consequences. If you have suffered harm due to mistakes during an operation, delays in surgery, or poor post-operative care, you may be entitled to make a claim.

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Hospital Negligence

Hospital negligence occurs when care provided by hospital staff falls below an acceptable standard, resulting in avoidable harm. This may include delayed diagnosis, medication errors, poor infection control, failures in monitoring, or mistakes in A&E or during treatment.

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GP Negligence

If a GP or healthcare professional at a surgery fails to diagnose, refer, or treat a condition appropriately, this can have serious consequences. Our team can help you pursue compensation if you have been affected by negligent GP care.

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Birth Injury and Maternity Claims

Mistakes during pregnancy, labour, or aftercare can result in serious injuries for both mother and baby. These claims often involve failures to monitor, delays in responding to complications, or errors during delivery.

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Cancer Misdiagnosis

Delayed or incorrect cancer diagnosis can significantly impact treatment outcomes. If warning signs were missed or treatment was delayed, you may have grounds to make a claim.

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Sepsis and Delayed Treatment

When symptoms are not recognised or acted upon quickly enough, conditions such as sepsis can develop. Delays in diagnosis or treatment can worsen outcomes and lead to avoidable complications.

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Fatal Medical Negligence and Inquests

Losing a loved one due to potential medical negligence is devastating. We provide expert legal support during inquests, helping families understand what happened and ensuring their voice is heard throughout the process.

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How a Medical Negligence Claim Works Step-By-Step

We aim to make the process as simple and stress-free as possible. Here’s what you need to know:

1. Free Initial Assessment

We’ll discuss what happened, answer your questions, discuss potential funding options and explain whether you may have a medical negligence claim.

2. Investigation and Evidence

If we proceed, we’ll gather medical records and work with independent experts to build your case.

3. Building Your Claim

We’ll assess the full impact of what happened, including financial losses and future support needs. Once evidence is gathered, we will formally start legal proceedings by sending a Letter of Claim to the Defendant (hospital, GP, or healthcare provider).

4. Negotiation and Settlement

Most claims are resolved without going to court. We’ll negotiate to secure fair compensation. Where possible, we will secure interim compensation payments to help cover immediate care, rehabilitation, or financial needs while your case continues.

No Win No Fee Medical Negligence Claims

We understand the financial concerns that can come with making a claim and We believe that everyone deserves access to justice, regardless of their financial circumstances.

In many cases, we offer No Win No Fee agreements, meaning:

• No upfront legal costs
• No legal fees to pay if your claim is unsuccessful
• Clear, transparent advice on costs from the start

This allows you to focus on your recovery while we handle your case.

*There are circumstances where you would be asked to pay any outstanding costs even if you don’t win your case.

You may need to pay for services from Howells Solicitors in certain situations. These include being dishonest, not giving your solicitor instructions, or rejecting an offer against their advice. Other examples are the death of the claimant, cancelling your claim, and moving without telling your solicitor.

In these cases, you might also have to cover the defendant’s costs. Client’s may be asked to pay disbursements up front or must stand to the cost of a medical report if a second opinion is obtained. In some instances, you may need to pay for medical reports or other third-party payments upfront. We would discuss this with you before making any decision.

How Much Compensation Could I Receive?

The amount of compensation will depend on your individual circumstances, including:

• The severity of your injury
• The impact on your daily life
• Financial losses (such as lost earnings)
• Future care and rehabilitation needs

Compensation is designed to support your recovery and help you move forward with confidence.

Flexible Appointments

Access expert legal advice in a way that works for you. We offer telephone and secure online appointments, so you can get the support you need without travelling or disrupting your day.

You’ll receive the same personal, confidential service from the comfort of your home, with clear communication throughout. Most matters can be handled remotely for a quicker, more convenient experience.

If you prefer, face-to-face appointments are also available at our offices in Sheffield, Barnsley, or Rotherham.

Case Studies

Missed Sepsis Diagnosis

We represented the family of 16-month-old James Philliskirk at Sheffield Coroner’s Court, where an inquest found that missed sepsis symptoms and failures in hospital care contributed to his death.

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Birth Injuries Awarded £3.5m Compensation

We represented a girl who was born to face a lifetime of severe disability at a Sheffield hospital will receive £3.5m in compensation from the NHS.

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Significant Sum for Injury During Labour

We negotiated a significant sum for a client who experienced a delay in identification and treatment of a birth injury. This involved a third-degree tear during our client’s first labour.

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Delayed Treatment Caused Lifelong Disability and Mobility Issues

We represented a Rotherham based client was awarded a six-figure cash settlement due to suffering Medical Negligence at the hands of Rotherham Hospital.

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Five Figure Sum for Neglect While in Hospital

We obtained a five-figure sum on behalf of the estate of a gentleman who suffered injuries because of neglect while in hospital.

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Our Medical Negligence Team

Howells Solicitors is a highly regarded UK firm of specialist medical negligence solicitors, supporting individuals and families who have suffered due to substandard medical care. We regularly handle complex claims involving misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, surgical errors, failures in treatment, birth injuries and fatal negligence cases.

Our medical negligence team is led by Michelle Gyte, who has over 20 years’ experience and is recognised in the prestigious Chambers and Partners. Michelle is supported by Senior Solicitor Jenna Kisala, an Accredited AvMA Panel Member. Together, they provide expert advice and representation across a wide range of clinical negligence claims, carefully investigating every case to ensure all failures in care are identified.

The team also consists of medical negligence solicitors Rebecca Pepper and Elizabeth Walton.

Our medical negligence team is known for being compassionate, friendly and understanding, taking the time to listen to your concerns and explain each stage of the process in plain English. We work in a supportive and approachable way to ensure you feel reassured, informed and confident throughout.

Clients consistently rate us highly for our professionalism, empathy and commitment. We work tirelessly to secure the answers, accountability and compensation our clients need to move forward with their lives.