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Women’s Health Claims Solicitors
– Expert Legal Advice
for Women’s Medical Negligence –

At NJS Law, our specialist women’s health claim solicitors are dedicated to helping women who have suffered harm from medical negligence, including delayed diagnosis or mismanagement of women’s cancers, gynaecological conditions, childbirth injuries, and fertility issues. We provide expert legal support to ensure every woman receives the justice and compensation she deserves.

If you believe that you or a loved one have suffered harm because of negligent medical or health-care treatment, you deserve expert legal support.

We understand the emotional complexity and sensitivity involved, and we are committed to providing the highest levels of care and support throughout the legal process.

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✅ No Win, No Fee Guaranteed 

✅ Specialist Women’s Medical Negligence Solicitors

✅ Decades of Claim Experience

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Women’s Health Claims
– Expert Legal Advice
for Women’s Medical Negligence –

If you believe that you or a loved one have suffered harm because of negligent medical or health-care treatment, you deserve expert legal support.

4.7/5 | 678 Satisfied Customer Reviews

At NJS Law, our specialist women’s health claim solicitors are dedicated to helping women who have suffered harm from medical negligence, including delayed diagnosis or mismanagement of women’s cancers, gynaecological conditions, childbirth injuries, and fertility issues. We provide expert legal support to ensure every woman receives the justice and compensation she deserves.

We understand the emotional complexity and sensitivity involved, and we are committed to providing the highest levels of care and support throughout the legal process.

✅ Free Consultation

✅ No Win, No Fee Guaranteed 

✅ Specialist Women’s Medical Negligence Solicitors

✅ Decades of Claim Experience

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Why Act Now – Protect Your Women’s Health Claim and Medical Negligence Case

Women’s health medical negligence claims are time-sensitive. In most cases, the time limit begins from the date you first became aware of the injury, misdiagnosis, or harm. At NJS Law, our specialist women’s health negligence solicitors emphasise that taking early action is crucial to:

  • Preserve essential medical and hospital records related to your gynaecological condition, childbirth injury, fertility issue, or cancer diagnosis;

  • Secure expert medical opinions and a thorough specialist review;

  • Maximise your chances of success and achieve the compensation you deserve;

  • Ensure you receive expert legal support and guidance from the very start of your claim.

Delays in pursuing a women’s health negligence claim can limit your legal options. If you believe you’ve suffered harm due to delayed diagnosis, mismanagement, or substandard care, contact NJS Law today for a confidential, no-obligation consultation.

Our women’s health claim solicitors have a proven track record of securing compensation for women affected by medical negligence, ensuring justice for those impacted by critical healthcare failures. Whether you have experienced complications due to misdiagnosed cancers, gynaecological injuries, or fertility problems, we are here to fight for your rights and hold negligent healthcare providers accountable.

What Types of Women’s Health Claims Our Solicitors Handle

Our women’s health claim solicitors have extensive experience in a wide range of women’s health claim areas, including but not limited to:

  • Women’s cancers & delayed diagnosis – such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, womb cancer, vulval cancer and vaginal cancer.

  • Gynaecological negligence – including mis-diagnosed or delayed diagnosis of conditions like endometriosis, surgical errors in hysterectomy, mesh/TVT device complications, sterilisation/contraception failures.

  • Fertility & reproductive treatment claims – negligent fertility treatment (e.g., IVF errors, delayed referral), surgical injury affecting fertility, wrong-site operations.

  • Childbirth, obstetrics & maternal injury claims – mis-management during labour or delivery (e.g., vaginal tears, pelvic fractures, prolapse, post-partum haemorrhage), injury to mother or baby, birth trauma.

  • General women’s health claims – including failures in screening programmes (smear tests, mammograms), contraception advice errors, undetected ectopic pregnancy, incontinence arising from treated or untreated gynaecological injury.

Each of these areas can have profound lifelong consequences, and our job is to help you hold negligent parties to account, and seek compensation that reflects both the physical harm and the emotional, financial and lifestyle impacts.

Who Is Eligible to Make a Women’s Health Medical Negligence Claim

You may be eligible to make a women’s health medical negligence claim if you have suffered avoidable harm because of substandard care related to your health, pregnancy, fertility, or gynaecological treatment.

At NJS Law, we help women across the UK who have experienced injuries, complications, or delayed diagnoses resulting from medical negligence in any aspect of women’s healthcare.

 

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You could be eligible to make a claim if:

  • A doctor, midwife, nurse, or healthcare provider failed to deliver the accepted standard of care during diagnosis, treatment, surgery, or childbirth.

  • You experienced a delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis of conditions such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, endometriosis, or ovarian cysts.

  • You suffered injury or long-term complications from gynaecological surgery, contraceptive procedures, or mesh/tape implants.

  • You sustained maternal injury or your baby was harmed due to errors during pregnancy, labour, or postnatal care.

  • You endured fertility treatment mistakes such as IVF errors, failed sterilisation, or negligent reproductive care.

  • You lost trust in your care because your symptoms or pain were ignored, dismissed, or inadequately investigated.

Who Can Bring the Claim?

You may bring the claim if you are:

  • The woman directly affected by negligent treatment;

  • A parent or guardian claiming on behalf of a child affected by medical negligence;

  • A family member or representative acting for a woman who cannot claim herself (for example, due to incapacity or death).

 

Time Limits for Women’s Health Claims

In most cases, you have three years from the date of the negligence or from when you first realised the harm was caused by negligent treatment (known as the “date of knowledge”). Exceptions apply for minors and those lacking mental capacity.

At NJS Law, our experienced medical negligence solicitors can advise on your eligibility and deadlines, ensuring no opportunity for justice is lost.

How Compensation Is Calculated in a Women’s Health
Medical Negligence Claim

Every women’s health medical negligence claim is unique, reflecting not only the physical harm caused but also the emotional, financial, and lifestyle impact of that negligence.

At NJS Law, we take time to understand your individual experience to ensure your compensation truly reflects what you have been through — and what you will need for the future.

Key Factors That Determine Compensation

Your total compensation (known as “damages”) is generally divided into two main categories:

1. General Damages

These cover the pain, suffering, and loss of amenity you have experienced. In women’s health claims, this can include:

  • Physical injury from gynaecological surgery errors or childbirth trauma

  • Emotional distress and loss of confidence in medical care

  • Chronic pain or reduced quality of life following negligent treatment

  • Impact on fertility, sexual health, or ability to have children

2. Special Damages

These address the financial losses caused by negligence, both current and future, such as:

  • Loss of earnings or reduced capacity to work

  • Ongoing medical treatment, therapy, or rehabilitation costs

  • Mobility aids, home adaptations, or specialist care

  • Travel expenses for medical appointments

  • Support for dependents or childcare assistance

Future Losses and Long-Term Support

For many women, the consequences of negligent healthcare extend far beyond the initial injury. We consider future financial and emotional implications, including:

  • Long-term psychological impact or trauma

  • Future surgeries or fertility treatments

  • Need for counselling or specialist women’s health therapy

Our experienced solicitors work closely with medical experts and financial specialists to ensure every aspect of your claim is properly valued.

NJS Law offers No Win, No Fee agreements, meaning you only pay legal costs if your claim succeeds. This ensures access to justice for all women affected by medical negligence, without financial pressure or risk.

The Women’s Health Medical Negligence Claims Process Explained

At NJS Law, we know that starting a women’s health medical negligence claim can feel overwhelming. Our expert solicitors are here to guide you through every stage with sensitivity, professionalism, and complete transparency. Below is an overview of how the process works — from your first conversation with us to achieving a fair outcome.

1. Free Initial Consultation

We begin with a free, confidential consultation to understand what happened and how it has affected your life. During this call or meeting, we will:

  • Listen carefully to your story and review any medical information you already have;

  • Assess whether your situation may amount to medical negligence;

  • Explain your legal rights and options clearly, without jargon or pressure.

This first step gives you clarity on whether you can pursue a women’s health claim and what evidence will be needed.

2. Gathering Evidence and Medical Records

Once you decide to proceed, our team will:

  • Request all relevant hospital and GP records;

  • Obtain independent expert opinions from trusted medical professionals;

  • Build a detailed picture of how the treatment you received fell below an acceptable standard and caused harm.

This stage is crucial in proving both negligence and causation — two key legal elements of any successful claim.

3. Establishing the Impact on Your Life

We’ll work with you to identify the full impact of the negligence, including:

  • Physical injury or complications (e.g., fertility loss, surgical pain, childbirth trauma);

  • Psychological and emotional effects such as anxiety, loss of confidence, or PTSD;

  • Financial losses like lost earnings, ongoing medical costs, and care needs.

This ensures your women’s health claim reflects the true extent of your suffering and any future challenges you may face.

4. Funding Your Claim

Most clients choose to pursue their claim under a No Win, No Fee arrangement, meaning you won’t pay legal fees unless your claim is successful. We’ll explain all funding options in full before you commit, ensuring complete transparency.

5. Submitting the Letter of Claim

We prepare a formal Letter of Claim setting out the details of your case, the alleged negligence, and the impact it has had on your life. This is sent to the healthcare provider or NHS Trust responsible, who must respond within a set timeframe (usually four months).

6. Negotiation and Settlement

Where possible, we aim to achieve a fair settlement through negotiation or mediation, avoiding the need for court proceedings. However, if a reasonable offer isn’t made, our experienced solicitors are fully prepared to represent you in court.

Your Partner in Justice

With NJS Law, you can be confident your women’s health medical negligence claim is handled by experts who understand both the legal complexities and the deeply personal nature of these cases. We’re here to protect your rights, support your recovery, and fight for the outcome you deserve.

Why Choose NJS Law as Your Women’s Health Medical Negligence Solicitors

Choosing the right solicitor can make all the difference in achieving justice after a women’s health-related medical negligence experience. At NJS Law, we combine specialist legal expertise with compassion and dedication — ensuring every client feels heard, supported, and represented to the highest standard.

  • Specialist Expertise in Women’s Health Claims
  • Proven Track Record of Success in medical negligence claims
  • Compassionate, Personalised Support
  • No Win, No Fee Legal Protection
  • National service across England & Wales
  • Clear Communication and Complete Transparency
  • Empowering Women Through Justice
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Accredited & Experienced

  • Over 60 years of combined experience, delivering tailored and reliable personal injury support 
  • One of the few firms with Law Society Medical Negligence Panel accreditation, demonstrating compliance with best practice quality standards

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  • Featured in the Top 10 UK Medical Negligence Lawyers on Trustpilot

Start Your Women’s Health Medical Negligence Claim With NJS Law

If you believe you’ve suffered avoidable harm due to negligent medical treatment affecting your health, fertility, or wellbeing, NJS Law is here to help. Our specialist women’s health medical negligence solicitors will guide you through every step of your claim — with compassion, clarity, and complete confidentiality.

We understand that taking legal action can feel daunting, especially after a distressing experience. That’s why our process begins with a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll listen to your story, review your situation, and explain your options clearly so you can make an informed decision with confidence.

With No Win, No Fee funding available, there’s no financial risk in seeking the justice you deserve. 

Women’s Health Medical Negligence Insights and Guides

Staying informed about your rights and understanding how medical negligence can affect women’s health is essential to making confident decisions.

At NJS Law, we regularly share insights, guides, and expert commentary to help women recognise negligent care, learn how to take action, and understand what to expect from the legal process.

Recent Women’s Health Medical Negligence Case Studies & Insights

At NJS Law, we’re proud to have helped many women across the UK achieve justice and financial security following negligent medical treatment. Our recent women’s health medical negligence case studies highlight how expert legal representation can make a life-changing difference — both emotionally and financially.

Browse the latest medical negligence resources below:

Ovarian Cancer Misdiagnosis

Ovarian Cancer Misdiagnosis

A recent article has reviewed how the failure to recognise an ovarian tumour on a routine scan has led to terminal illness. Regrettably, this case of medical negligence has left the patient with lifelong difficulties and in an incurable condition.

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Misdiagnosis -Bowel Cancer

Misdiagnosis -Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer, one of the most prevalent cancers in the UK, is often subject to misdiagnosis and diagnostic delays.

It is well known that a diagnosis of bowel cancer at an early stage dramatically increases the chances of survival.

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Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis

Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis

If, in the unfortunate event, you believe you have experienced a negligent delay in diagnosis of breast cancer or any other type of medical negligence, and you intend to make a claim, it is important that you seek legal advice.

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Leanne Henton

Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury

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.

Richard Shillcock

Solicitor

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 Radford

Solicitor

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 Genge

Clinical Negligence Litigation Executive

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 Crawshaw

Clinical Negligence Litigator

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.