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Based at Exchange Flags in Liverpool city centre, our accredited team helps victims of medical negligence to secure the compensation they deserve.
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As one of the largest and most experienced firms in the North, we help individuals and families across the Liverpool area who’ve been victims of medical negligence (also known as clinical negligence).
You may be seeking to claim against a healthcare provider or professional such as an NHS trust, private hospital, care home, GP, doctor, surgeon, dentist, pharmacist or optician.
We can help you with all types of medical negligence claims, including those relating to:
Your negligent care could also relate to gynaecology, orthopaedics or something else. Additional issues may involve a failure to obtain informed consent or to refer or follow up. It may sadly even involve the loss of a loved one.
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If something has gone wrong with your medical treatment, knowing what to do next can feel incredibly daunting.
By working with our trusted network of preeminent experts, we can help you to pursue justice through the legal system, secure vital compensation and take back the control you had before the incident.
After you phone us or fill in our contact form, we’ll reach out to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll explain the process in layman’s terms and talk through the various funding methods available.
We’ll sensitively and carefully analyse your case to determine its strength. Most claims are pursued under a ‘no win, no fee’ agreement, so you won’t need to pay anything up-front for us to investigate your claim.
Our medical negligence team will ensure that you’re getting the right treatment and rehabilitation support in the immediate aftermath and throughout your recovery. We only handle a limited number of cases at one time, so you can rest assured that your case will receive the full attention it deserves.
You’re in the very best of hands. Recognised as a ‘Leading Firm’ by the The Legal 500, we’re accredited in clinical negligence by the Law Society, a member of the Society of Clinical Injury Lawyers (SCIL) and a member of the Brain Injury Group.
Our nationally-recognised Liverpool team is led by Fiona Tinsley, whose background in medical law covers cases involving brain injuries, chemotherapy negligence, spinal injuries, neurological injuries and disorders, maternal and birth-related injuries, gynaecological injuries, surgical injuries, A&E care and GP care.
She’s supported by a talented team that includes Andrew Tindall, who has particular experience with claims involving delays in diagnosis, orthopaedic injuries, pressure sores, ophthalmology, surgical procedures, cancer and extravasation injuries, as well as Paralegals Becky Addison and Lara Cahill.
Our team covers the entire Merseyside region, including the city of Liverpool, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens, Wirral and beyond. We can travel to meet you in-person wherever you are in the country.
Talk to us by calling 0333 004 4488, emailing medneg@brabners.com or completing our contact form.
“Fiona [Tinsley’s] attention to detail and compassion [was] astonishing... Fiona concluded my case, negotiating a substantial settlement on my (and my wife’s) behalf, helping to secure our future. I'd happily recommend Fiona and Brabners in regard to any clinical negligence claim in the future. You could not get a better service.”
Anonymous client 'MP'
“I was so fortunate to have found Becky Addison along with Brabners — you gave me courage to move forward with life. People need to know that help is out there. Thank you for all your empathy... your firm is truly second to none. I feel truly blessed to have found you.”
Client feedback
“Thank you for everything you've done. You've gone above and beyond most solicitors. You really have been amazing and I feel like I've gained a friend through this process.”
Client feedback
“Fiona Tinsley was very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable throughout my case, for which I was extremely grateful and managed to obtain a very successful outcome. Easy to contact and answered emails quickly and efficiently.”
Client feedback
“You [Andrew Tindall] have been fantastic, very friendly and easy to communicate with. You've been very helpful and the whole process has been very easy for myself. I really can’t thank you enough for all your efforts.”
Client feedback
“I couldn't be more impressed with Becky Addison. She took the time to thoroughly understand my situation, patiently listening to all my concerns and questions and providing clear, insightful explanations every step of the way. Her communication skills were outstanding, ensuring that I was always kept informed of developments and promptly responding to any questions I had.”
Client feedback
“Firstly, l would like to thank you for your persistence and hard work on behalf myself and the girls. We can now have closure on what happened... It has been a long and tough road, but you have been caring and very easy to talk to and always had time to answer my questions. I will definitely recommend your services if the need arises in the future to friends and family.”
Medical negligence client
“'Thank you' is just not enough to express my gratitude. You're a lovely person with a kind heart and have helped me more than you know. I’m proud to be a part of the NHS and it truly saddened me that I had to consider taking legal action against an industry that I love but you helped me understand how to channel those feelings in the right way.”
Anonymous client 'TC'
Founded in 1815 and anchored in the North West, our independence allows us to be principled and provide a service with heart and personality.
Through our independent charity, The Brabners Foundation, we partner with a wide range of local charities and aim to make a real difference in the Merseyside area.
In 2022, we even became the largest law firm in the UK to become B Corp-certified. This is an independent marker that we are purpose-driven, committed to creating benefits for all stakeholders and operate as a force for good.
“Praised for its ‘genuinely client-focused approach’, Brabners' offering encompasses specialist advice [around] clinical negligence... Key practitioners include Fiona Tinsley, who focuses on medical negligence cases.”
The Legal 500
“Fiona Tinsley brings a joy to her work. This combined with [her] high intelligence, empathy and a fierce commitment to her clients makes her an irresistible force in the area.”
Client feedback, The Legal 500
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