Birth Injury & Cerebral Palsy Claims

The results of errors made during people births are catastrophic. If you are a victim of negligence at birth or have been diagnosed with a disability due to cerebral palsy, the Birth Injury Claims UK team is here for you.

At Claims24, our expertise is in Cerebral Palsy Claims and we aim to win the Birth Injury Compensation Claims you are entitled. Allow us to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve, so that you can continue your recovery.

What Is A Cerberal Palsy Claim?

The most common form of birth injury to the child is Cerberal Palsy.

Cerebral Palsy is a condition in the part of the brain that controls muscles. The condition can arise if the brain develops unusually, or is damaged before, throughout, or shortly after birth.

Cerebral Palsy claims in England & Wales are typically made if there are problems during the delivery of the baby. Stress indicates that the child could be deprived of oxygen, which could cause lasting brain damage. any signals like this are acted upon immediately by healthcare professionals.

If your child has been affected by Cerebral Palsy due to a delay in action by healthcare professionals or birth injury then you may be eligible to claim. The compensation we help recover gives your child the opportunity to receive the required financial funds to ensure they can receive the best care, treatment, therapies & housing to certify that they achieve their potential.

Contact our team 24/7 for expert advice and to protect your rights.

Birth Injury Claims Experts

3 Easy Steps To Make Your Claim

1

call us or fill out our form

The first step is simple. All you have to do is get in contact and a member of our team will discuss your accident/ injury with you. We will gather information regarding your claim and advise you on how best to proceed.

2

Complete Claim Requirements

Once we have all the details of your case, we will put together your claim and manage your case from the first day to the last. You can be assured that we will do everything in our power to get you the compensation you deserve.

3

Receive Compensation

Once your claim has been successful, we will send your compensation to you! If we don’t win, we won’t charge you a penny. You can be sure you’ll get every penny of your compensation as our fees are paid for by the party at fault!

Get In Contact Today To Start Your Claim!

Starting your claim is easy! Call us on our 24/7 helpline or email us to get a response from one of our expert team members.

We're Here To Help

If you’ve been the victim of a birth injury, you might not know who to turn to. You may be confused, irritated and, hesitant, trying to work out exactly who is at fault. At this difficult time, our expert solicitors will assist you each step of the way in receiving your maximum compensation.

Claims 24 is a highly experienced professional team of solicitors who have proven experience dealing with birth injury & cerebral palsy claims and have an understanding and attentive approach to all cases. Claims 24 have maintained an excellent reputation and offeroffers a transparent and honest service to put our clients’ interests first.

Frequently Asked Questions

You typically have around 3 years to start your personal injury claim and the time is counted from the date of your accident. If the date of your accident is approaching limitation, we can apply for an extension in most cases to ensure you do not lose the right to claim.

There are exceptions to the three-year rule in some cases, so if you think you might have a claim we advise you to contact us as soon as possible so we can determine your chances for successful compensation.

If you are making a claim for an accident at work then there are 3 main exceptions to the three-year rule:

  • Mental Capacity – if your loved one no longer has the mental capacity to make a claim themselves
  • Working Abroad – if your accident happened while you were working abroad.
  • Defective Work Equipment – if your injury was caused by equipment that had a manufacturing defect.

The amount of compensation varies depending on the type of accident, the severity of the illness or injury, and the individual situation as each person can be affected differently.

As the amount varies case to case, our personal injury solicitors can assess your situation and provide you with a more accurate quote. For a quick estimate on how much you could be entitled to, why not visit our claims calculator?

Depending on your case you can claim for both general and special damages.
General damages are made up of the pain, suffering and loss of amenities due to the injury caused. This will be detailed in the medical report written by the medical expert following an independent examination.

Special damages:

  • Travel Expenses
  • Medical Care & Prescription Costs
  • Rehabilitation
  • Loss of Earnings
  • Household Assistance & Adaptations
  • Vehicle Damage
  • Vehicle Hire, Storage & Recovery Charges
  • Any other out-of-pocket expenses

Yes. You can make a claim on behalf of a child under the age of 18 and/or if the claimant lacks the mental capacity. For all other claims, you are welcome to make an enquiry via our website or our contact centre for information which may assist your friend/relative who has been involved in an accident.

There are several things you can do to help support your case if you have been injured or been involved in an accident and feel you may be entitled to make a claim:

  • Gather photographic evidence: clear pictures of the accident area can be really helpful although it may not always be possible
  • Obtain witness statements: these help us build your claim
  • Record any injury details and/or symptoms: This will support any medical evidence and show the rate of your recovery.
  • Record any financial losses: This includes any expenses you’ve personally made as a direct result of your injury.
  • Household Assistance & Adaptations

If you have been injured at the workplace then you should also:

  • Ask for help: A trusted colleague or your trade union representative can help you sort things out.

In some types of situations, one or another party can be at partial fault. If you think this might be the case, we advise you to contact us for a free consultation where we will distinguish your chances to claim.

Claims 24 work on a no-win – no-fee basis.
No win, No fee is a risk-free way of getting compensation for an injury or illness that wasn’t your fault.
It means there are no upfront costs, and there are no legal fees to be paid in the unlikely event that your claim is unsuccessful.

If you win your claim, we may make the following deductions:

  • A success fee of between 25% for winning – could be more in some cases
  • The solicitor’s fee if this is unrecoverable – this is usually capped to a success fee
  • The 3rd party insurers normally cover all legal fees, disbursements and expenses but if there is a shortfall, then this may be deducted from your compensation as a success fee usually capped at 25%

We believe there should be no surprises when making a claim with us, so anything you need to know when making a decision will be made clear from the get-go. Come and talk to us for free for impartial advice.

The average time from the moment you contact Claims 24 till the moment you receive your compensation payout is 6-8 months. However, every situation is different and the time frame depends on many factors – one of them is your co=operation with us.

By providing all the correct information and attending all of the medical appointments on time (which we arrange for you), your file handler will be able to build a strong case on your behalf resulting in a quick, efficient payout. Therefore, we kindly ask you to help us, and we will help you – because together we can achieve more.

1. Call us on 08000786088 or fill out our contact form
The first step is simple. All you have to do is get in contact and a member of our team will discuss your accident/ injury with you. We will gather information regarding your claim and advise you on how best to proceed.

2. Complete Claim Requirements
Once we have all the details of your case, we will put together your claim and manage your case from the first day to the last. You can be assured that we will do everything in our power to get you the compensation you deserve.

3. Receive Compensation
Once your claim has been successful, we will send your compensation to you! If we don’t win, we won’t charge you a penny. You can be sure you’ll receive maximum compensation for your injuries!

For more information on how to claim and an in-depth process, visit our ‘How To Claim’ page.

Cerebral Palsy can be devastating and life-changing. Though the injuries and symptoms can vary greatly, the major ones have been listed below:

  • Decrease in the movement of a patient caused by stiff or feeble muscles.
  • Sore muscle spasms/tremors.
  • Complexity holding a straight position.
  • Speech and breathing difficulties.

• Poor coordination and spatial consciousness.

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Cerebral Palsy can be devastating and life-changing. Though the injuries and symptoms can vary greatly, the major ones have been listed below:

  • Decrease in the movement of a patient caused by stiff or feeble muscles.
  • Sore muscle spasms/tremors.
  • Complexity holding a straight position.
  • Speech and breathing difficulties.

• Poor coordination and spatial consciousness.

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Ready To Start Your Claim?

Our expert claims handlers are available 24/7 to offer advice, guidance, and support when you need it most.