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Trusted Medical Negligence Lawyers in Sheffield
Established in 1912, Irwin Mitchell has built a reputation as a trusted legal partner with a unique approach combining expertise and empathy. Our firm specialises in delivering tailored legal solutions across personal and business law, with particular strength in medical negligence, personal injury claims, and complex litigation. With offices in major UK cities, our team of award-winning solicitors brings decades of collective experience to every case, prioritising client needs through transparent communication and a commitment to achieving tangible outcomes.We maintain rigorous professional standards, evidenced by our regulation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and partnerships with leading industry bodies. Our client-centric philosophy ensures that every individual receives dedicated support, whether navigating life-changing injuries, family law matters, or corporate legal challenges.
Services
Medical Negligence Claims
Personal Injury Compensation
Birth Injury Claims
Dental Negligence
Clinical Negligence
Surgical Error Claims
Cerebral Palsy Claims
GP Negligence
Hospital Negligence
No Win No Fee Claims
Details
- Year established: 1912
Highlights and features
- Award-winning medical negligence team with 30+ years' experience
- Nationwide network of specialist solicitors and support coordinators
- Proven track record securing 1.5+ billion in compensation
- Regulated by Solicitors Regulation Authority and Law Society of Scotland
- No Win No Fee funding available for eligible claims
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society of Scotland
What people say
Efficient and courteous
Outstanding professionalism
Empathetic approach
Expert legal guidance
Timely communication
Services
Medical Negligence Claims
We specialise in representing clients who have suffered harm due to substandard medical care. Our solicitors investigate misdiagnoses, surgical errors, and treatment failures to establish liability. With dedicated teams for birth injuries, cerebral palsy, and hospital negligence, we secure compensation covering care costs, lost earnings, and rehabilitation needs while advocating for improved patient safety standards.
Personal Injury Compensation
Our firm handles serious injury claims from road accidents, workplace incidents, and public liability cases. We focus on securing interim payments for immediate medical treatment while pursuing full compensation for long-term care requirements. With expertise in complex cases involving spinal injuries and brain trauma, we ensure clients receive tailored support through our national network of rehabilitation specialists.
Birth Injury Claims
We support families affected by preventable birth injuries including Erb's Palsy and hypoxic brain damage. Our specialists work with medical experts to prove negligence during labour and delivery, securing funding for lifelong care packages. We provide access to specialist charities and support groups while navigating complex legal processes in sensitive cases involving stillbirth or neonatal death.
Dental Negligence
Our team handles cases involving misdiagnosed oral conditions, botched procedures, and improper anaesthesia administration. We work with dental experts to demonstrate treatment failures that cause permanent damage, securing compensation for corrective surgery and ongoing dental care. We specialise in complex cases requiring multidisciplinary rehabilitation approaches.
No Win No Fee Claims
We offer Conditional Fee Agreements allowing clients to pursue justice without financial risk. Under this arrangement, legal fees are only payable upon successful compensation recovery. This funding model includes insurance coverage for litigation costs, ensuring access to justice for clients unable to afford traditional legal representation while maintaining rigorous case evaluation standards.
People
Lisa Jordan
Managing Partner - Medical Negligence
With over 25 years' experience, Lisa leads our medical negligence team, specialising in complex clinical cases. She has successfully represented clients in high-profile cases involving hospital errors and birth injuries, maintaining a strong focus on client care and rehabilitation outcomes.
Leena Savjani
Partner
Specialising in birth trauma and maternal health claims, Leena combines legal expertise with advocacy for improved maternity services. She contributes to national discussions on obstetric safety and supports clients through the emotional and financial challenges of birth-related injuries.
Questions
What constitutes medical negligence?
Medical negligence occurs when healthcare professionals provide substandard care causing injury or worsening existing conditions through misdiagnosis, incorrect treatment, or surgical errors.
How long do I have to make a claim?
Most claims must be started within three years of the negligence or when you became aware of it, with exceptions for children and those lacking mental capacity.
Can I claim on behalf of a child?
Parents or guardians can make claims for children under 18, with time limits extending until their 21st birthday for injury-related cases.
What compensation can I claim?
Compensation covers medical expenses, lost earnings, care costs, home adaptations, and pain and suffering, with amounts determined by injury severity and long-term impact.
Do I need to go to court?
Most cases settle out of court through negotiations, though we prepare all claims for litigation to ensure maximum compensation while avoiding unnecessary legal proceedings.
How is compensation calculated?
We assess medical evidence, future care needs, financial losses, and quality-of-life impacts to determine appropriate compensation amounts tailored to each client's circumstances.
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