Eye related claims
Clinical negligence compensation claims can arise from a failure to diagnose and treat penetrative injuries to the eye, detachment of the retina; foreign bodies in the eye and complications following laser eye surgery.
Here are some examples of eye related claims that we have settled:
Complications associated with laser eye surgery
Hay & Kilner successfully settled a claim for £14,500 on behalf of a client who suffered complications associated with corrective laser eye surgery. Our client alleged that there was a failure to inform him that deterioration of vision was a potential risk associated with the surgery. If our client had been aware of the risk, he would not have proceeded with the non-essential surgery. Our client also alleged that there was a failure to carry out tests prior to the surgery to establish whether he would in fact benefit from the procedure.
Failure to diagnose a brain tumor
Hay & Kilner are investigating a claim on behalf of a young man who had a history of debilitating and persisting headaches. Our client attended hospital and an incorrect diagnosis of migraine was made. It was successfully argued that a CT scan should have been undertaken urgently, which would have revealed the presence of a brain tumour.
Our client underwent emergency surgery to remove the tumour but developed loss of vision in both eyes, caused by the tumour placing pressure on his optic nerves. He is now registered blind. It was successfully argued that had our client received timely treatment he would have retained 70-80% of vision in both eyes and led a normal life.
For further information, please contact Clare Thompson on 0192 232 8345 or email clare.thompson@hay-kilner.co.uk
Hay & Kilner has an ‘excellent grasp of clinical negligence law and an excellent manner with clients’, and recently settled several high-value claims including a sub-standard knee surgery case and a meningitis case. It also secured a £70,000 award in a dental claim. Clients rate Clare Thompson, Helen Morland and the ‘hugely experienced’ David Bradshaw. The firm has a multi-party action franchise.
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Hay & Kilner's ‘efficient, knowledgeable and conscientious' clinical negligence practice settled a substantial number of cerebral palsy claims with a combined value of £20m over the course of 2009, and was retained on the Spinal Injury Panel. ‘Experienced' partner David Bradshaw and the ‘methodical, bright' Clare Thompson are both recommended.
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