If you or your baby has suffered harm due to medical negligence during pregnancy, labour, or postnatal care, you may be entitled to make a birth injury claim for compensation. Our specialist birth injury solicitors are here to help you secure the justice and financial support you deserve.
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Welcoming a child should be one of life’s happiest moments. Unfortunately, when medical professionals fail to provide the expected standard of care, the impact can be devastating. At NJS Law, our experienced birth injury solicitors understand the physical, emotional, and financial challenges families face after a birth injury.
We specialise in birth injury claims caused by medical negligence during pregnancy, childbirth, or postnatal care. If your child has suffered an injury that could have been prevented with proper medical treatment, our team can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
A birth injury claim allows parents to seek compensation when substandard medical care during pregnancy, labour, or postnatal treatment causes injury to the mother or baby. Securing compensation can help cover essential costs, including:
Specialist medical treatment and therapies
Long-term care and rehabilitation
Special education and support needs
Home adaptations or relocation expenses
Lost income and future financial security
At NJS Law, we handle birth injury claims on a No Win, No Fee basis, so you won’t pay a penny unless we successfully secure your compensation.
We represent families in a wide range of maternal and neonatal negligence claims. Common causes and conditions include:
If your baby has suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence, our specialist birth injury solicitors can help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Common types of birth injuries we handle include:
Cerebral Palsy – A lifelong condition caused by brain injury before, during, or shortly after birth.
Oxygen Deprivation (Hypoxia or Birth Asphyxia) – When a lack of oxygen during delivery leads to serious and sometimes permanent health complications.
Erb’s Palsy (Shoulder Dystocia) – Nerve damage in the shoulder caused by complications during birth, affecting movement and strength.
Sepsis and Infection – Severe infections acquired during or after birth that can result in long-term health issues.
Stillbirth or Neonatal Death – Loss of a baby due to substandard medical care during pregnancy or labour.
Skull Fractures or Nerve Damage from Forceps or Vacuum Delivery – Injuries caused by improper use of delivery instruments.
Our experienced team understands the emotional and financial impact of these injuries and can guide you through a No Win, No Fee birth injury claim.
If you suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence, our specialist birth injury solicitors can help you claim the compensation you need. Common types of maternal birth injuries include:
Severe Perineal or Vaginal Tears – Significant tearing during delivery that can lead to long-term pain, incontinence, or scarring.
Undiagnosed or Mismanaged Pre-eclampsia – When high blood pressure during pregnancy is overlooked or poorly treated, putting both mother and baby at risk.
Postpartum Haemorrhage – Excessive bleeding after childbirth that can result in serious health complications.
Uterine Rupture – A tear in the uterus during labour, often caused by mismanagement, which can be life-threatening.
Prolapsed Uterus – When the uterus drops or slips out of place, sometimes due to complications during delivery.
Pelvic Fractures or Damage During Delivery – Injuries sustained to the pelvis during childbirth, often from difficult labour or medical error.
Our experienced team can guide you through a No Win, No Fee birth injury claim, helping you access the compensation you deserve.
Our specialist birth injury solicitors handle a wide range of cases where medical negligence during pregnancy, labour, or postnatal care has caused harm. Common scenarios include:
When complications such as pre-eclampsia or gestational diabetes are missed or mismanaged.
Errors with forceps, vacuum extraction, or Caesarean sections that cause injury to mother or baby.
Inadequate monitoring of the baby’s heart rate or oxygen levels leading to preventable harm.
Incorrect prescriptions, dosage mistakes, or delayed administration of essential drugs.
Failures in aftercare, including delayed recognition of infections or complications in mother or newborn.
If you or your baby have been affected by medical negligence, our birth injury solicitor team can help you pursue a No Win, No Fee birth injury claim to secure the compensation you need.
You may be eligible to make a birth injury claim if you or your baby suffered harm because medical professionals failed to provide the expected standard of care during pregnancy, labour, or postnatal treatment. This applies to care received within the NHS or private healthcare.
You can also bring a claim on behalf of:
Your child – if they suffered a birth injury caused by medical negligence.
Someone under 18 – parents or guardians can act on their behalf.
A loved one who has passed away – if substandard medical care led to a fatal outcome.
Someone who lacks mental capacity – if they are unable to bring the claim themselves.
To make a successful birth injury claim, you’ll need to show that:
The care provided fell below an acceptable medical standard, and
That negligence directly caused injury or made an existing condition worse.
At NJS Law, our specialist birth injury solicitors can quickly assess your eligibility and guide you through the process on a No Win, No Fee basis — ensuring you don’t pay any legal fees unless your claim is successful.
Compensation in a birth injury claim is designed to provide financial support and justice for the harm caused during pregnancy, labour, or delivery due to medical negligence.
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At NJS Law, our specialist solicitors carefully assess every case to ensure your child — and your family — receive the full amount you’re entitled to.
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Typically, compensation in a birth injury claim includes:
General damages — for the pain, suffering, and loss of quality of life caused by the injury to the mother or child.
Special damages — to cover financial losses, such as additional medical expenses, specialist equipment, therapy costs, travel expenses, and loss of earnings for parents who must provide care.
Future care and support — if your child’s injury results in long-term or lifelong care needs, we calculate the cost of medical treatment, rehabilitation, special education, and professional care over their lifetime.
Adaptations and accommodation — to ensure your home and living environment meet your child’s physical and developmental needs.
The value of a birth injury claim depends on several factors, including:
The severity and type of the injury (for example, cerebral palsy, hypoxic brain injury, or physical trauma).
The impact on your child’s daily life and future independence.
The financial and emotional strain placed on your family.
Our experienced team works closely with leading medical and care experts to accurately assess the full extent of your child’s needs — both now and in the future — ensuring your compensation truly reflects the lifelong impact of the injury.
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With our no win, no fee approach, you can seek justice and financial security for your child without the worry of upfront legal costs.
Pursuing a birth injury claim can feel overwhelming, but understanding the process can make it far less daunting.
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At NJS Law, our compassionate team guides you through every stage to ensure your claim is handled with care, efficiency, and expertise.
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We begin with a free consultation to understand what happened during your pregnancy, labour, or delivery. Our solicitors review your circumstances to determine whether medical negligence may have caused your child’s injury and whether you have a valid claim.
If your claim has merit, we collect all relevant medical records, maternity notes, expert opinions, and witness statements. Our team works with independent medical specialists — including obstetricians, midwives, and paediatric neurologists — to establish exactly what went wrong and how it could have been avoided.
Once we’ve built a strong case, we send a Letter of Claim to the healthcare provider or NHS Trust responsible for the negligence. This letter details the errors made, the injuries caused, and the impact on your child’s and family’s life.
The healthcare provider then has an opportunity to respond. In many cases, we enter into negotiations to reach a fair settlement without going to court. However, if liability is denied or the offer is insufficient, we are fully prepared to take your case to court to secure justice.
Once a settlement or court judgment is achieved, we ensure that the compensation reflects both your child’s immediate needs and their future care requirements — covering medical treatment, therapy, education, and long-term support.
Throughout the process, our no win, no fee birth injury solicitors provide clear, compassionate advice, keeping you informed and supported from start to finish. Our goal is to make the legal process as smooth and stress-free as possible while securing the justice and compensation your family deserves.
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Experiencing a birth injury can be devastating for both you and your family. You may feel uncertain about your rights, anxious about your child’s future, and overwhelmed by the emotional and practical challenges that follow.
At NJS Law, our specialist birth injury solicitors provide clear, compassionate advice and handle every aspect of your claim with care and expertise. We work tirelessly to uncover what went wrong, hold those responsible to account, and secure the compensation and justice your child — and your family — deserve.
While we manage the legal process, you can focus on caring for your child and planning for the future, confident that your case is in experienced hands.
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A birth injury claim is a legal process taken when medical negligence during pregnancy, labour, or delivery results in injury to a baby or mother. These injuries can occur due to mistakes such as delayed intervention, failure to monitor fetal distress, mismanagement of complications, or improper use of instruments like forceps or ventouse.
Parents or legal guardians can make a claim on behalf of their child if they’ve suffered an injury as a result of medical negligence. The child themselves can also make a claim once they reach 18 years of age.
If the mother was injured, she can bring a separate claim for her own physical or psychological harm.
Some common examples include:
Cerebral palsy caused by oxygen deprivation
Brachial plexus injuries (Erb’s palsy)
Brain injury due to delayed delivery or poor monitoring
Fractures or nerve damage during birth
Maternal injuries, such as perineal tears or infections
Each case is unique. Our legal team works with independent medical experts to understand what went wrong and how it has affected your child’s health and future.
Time limits depend on who the claim is for:
For a child: You can start a claim at any time before their 21st birthday (three years from the date they turn 18).
For a mother: You usually have three years from the date of injury or from when you first realised the treatment may have been negligent.
For individuals without mental capacity: There is no time limit to start a claim.
Because gathering evidence can take time, it’s always best to seek advice as soon as possible.
At NJS Law, most birth injury claims are handled under a No Win, No Fee agreement (also called a Conditional Fee Agreement).
This means:
You pay nothing upfront to start your claim.
If your claim is unsuccessful, you don’t pay any legal fees.
If your claim succeeds, our fee is a pre-agreed percentage of the compensation awarded — clearly explained before you proceed.
This allows you to pursue justice and compensation without financial risk.
Yes. Wherever possible, we seek interim payments — early compensation funds paid before the claim is settled — to cover the cost of immediate treatment, therapy, and specialist equipment.
We also help families access expert rehabilitation programmes, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and specialist care to support your child’s recovery and long-term development while the claim progresses.
The amount depends on the severity of the injury and how it affects your child’s life. Compensation may cover:
Pain and suffering
Specialist medical treatment and therapy
Future care and support needs
Adaptations to your home or vehicle
Loss of future earnings
Educational and mobility support
We work with leading medical, care, and financial experts to ensure every aspect of your child’s future needs is considered.
These cases can take several months to a few years, depending on their complexity and the extent of medical evidence required. Our priority is to secure the right result, not just the fastest one — but we’ll always keep you informed and aim for early interim payments where possible.
Most birth injury claims are resolved without a court hearing, through negotiation and settlement. However, if the responsible healthcare provider disputes the claim, our experienced solicitors are ready to represent you in court to secure justice for your family.
Our dedicated birth injury solicitors provide compassionate, expert guidance every step of the way. We:
Investigate what went wrong using medical experts
Build a strong case for negligence and damages
Seek interim payments for treatment and rehabilitation
Handle your claim on a No Win, No Fee basis
Fight to secure the maximum compensation to support your child’s lifelong needs
We’re here to help your family achieve the justice, answers, and financial security you deserve.
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Leanne studied the Bar Vocational Course at the BPP Law School in Leeds, and graduated with Very Competent, before cross-qualifying as a Solicitor in 2013.
Leanne began her legal career in 2009, specialising in Personal Injury claims, with experience across Road Traffic Accidents, Employer and Public Liability cases, and Medical Negligence matters.
As Head of Personal Injury, Leanne is instrumental in driving the growth and evolution of the Employer and Public Liability team, along with the Medical, Dental, and Cosmetic Negligence departments.
In her personal life Leanne enjoys holidaying and days out with her young family.
After qualifying as a solicitor in 2002, Richard gained experience working in several firms in the north west of England.
Throughout his 25 year career in the law, Richard has covered the gamut of Personal Injury work. Described as being ‘terrier like’ in his approach to litigation, Richard still loves the thrill of the fight despite his ever advancing years.
Outside of work, Richard lives on the Wirral with his wife and two children. When he isn’t busy helping with homework or coaching his daughter’s football team, Richard enjoys baking and watching his beloved Liverpool FC.
Barry qualified as a Solicitor in 1999 and has over 20 years post-qualification experience dealing with personal injury claims.
Barry has experience of dealing with a wide range of personal injury cases including employer’s and public liability matters. He specialises in high value multi-track personal injury claims together with clinical and dental negligence cases.
 Barry recently moved to rural Wales having lived in Manchester for many years and enjoys spending time walking in the countryside with his partner and their miniature dachshund, Rupert.
Ericka has been a specialist clinical and dental negligence Litigation Executive since January 2019. Prior to this her practice has always been claimant based as she enjoys helping claimants navigate through any difficulties and achieve the best possible results.
Previously she has dealt with Personal Injury claims, Employers Liability and Public Liability matters along with Disease and Multi Track matters since 2006.
Ericka enjoys being active when not at work and spending time with her family. She is a blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and shares this hobby with her husband and youngest child.
Charlotte has over 20 years’ experience dealing with claims, on both Defendant and Claimant sides though for the past 6 years she has focused solely on Claimant clinical negligence claims.
Outside of work, Charlotte enjoys reading, travelling, and spending time with her family and Beagle, Georgie.
