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Can I make a sepsis claim?

With the growing problem of sepsis in the UK people are increasingly asking, ‘Can I make a sepsis claim?’ Our team was ranked among the top medical negligence solicitors in England and Wales by the leading legal review website ReviewSolicitors

Making a cauda equina compensation claim

In this article we look at the legal considerations involved when making a cauda equina compensation claim. Anyone who starts to suffer back pain after injuring their spine needs to be aware of the dangers posed by cauda equina. If

Amputation due to medical negligence

Our medical negligence team specialises in amputation and lost limb compensation cases. Our team was ranked among the top medical negligence solicitors in England and Wales by the leading legal review website, ReviewSolicitors, in March 2025. For a free consultation with

Head injury negligence: A&E fail to diagnose brain damage in 56% of cases

Head injury medical negligence in A&E Most people, if asked what sort of incident would give rise to brain damage, would probably have a vision of something drastic, acutely traumatic, violent and obvious. The popular perception is of serious car

Bereaved families failed by NHS investigations into unexpcted hospital deaths

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report entitled “Learning, Candour and Accountability”, which found that the health service across England is failing to fully investigate deaths of patients in their care. The report ordered by Health Secretary Jeremy

The perils of prescription medication

The legal consequences of painkiller addiction Painkiller addiction lawyer Oliver Thorne shares his thoughts on the law and recovering compensation. Many of us will have consulted our GP about pain at some point in our lives. Back pain and neck

NHS 111 and sepsis misdiagnosis

Sepsis Misdiagnosis claims Health Secretary issues an apology to the family of a baby who died as a result of sepsis misdiagnosis. The Government has promised to review the number of nurses and doctors who are available to provide advice

Man Scolded with Hot Drink in Care Home Awarded Compensation of £14,000

Care home scold compensation claim We pursued a care home scold compensation claim on behalf of a 42 year old man, who for privacy we will call ‘A’, who suffers from congenital cerebral palsy, including tetraplegia and epilepsy, and is

Dealing with Patient Complaints in the NHS

Medical Negligence Lawyer, Oliver Thorne, reviews the approach to patient complaints taken by NHS Trusts and calls for a more empathetic and transparent framework It has been reported in the press that Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust failed to investigate

Psychiatric Injury and Medical Negligence Claims

Claiming compensation for psychiatric injury caused by medical negligence Our team was ranked among the top medical negligence solicitors in England and Wales by the leading legal review website, ReviewSolicitors, in March 2025. For a free consultation with a specialist solicitor

Client Testimonials

Compassionate, thorough, and outstanding legal support thus far

”Jade was incredibly friendly, taking the time to ask all the right questions and thoroughly investigate our case. Unlike previous solicitors, who dismissed us, Jade and the team at Slee Blackwell delved deeper and gave us renewed hope. We are extremely grateful for the dedication and professionalism in fighting for us. I would recommend Slee Blackwell to anyone in need of legal assistance.”

Mesh claim

“I cannot thank the team enough there understanding and empathy and the knowledge is outstanding. Caroline has been supportive every step of the way, she has informed me and kept me updated how the claim has progressed she has also had great understanding around my mental health and the physical damage I have occurred. I cannot thank the team enough. The team made this experience easier for me to deal with my emotional distress and pain.”

Thank you

“On behalf of all of us, we would like to thank you for your guidance, professionalism, humanity and kindness you have shown us all throughout this process. You have explained everything to us in clear and concise terms throughout and we are extremely grateful. We would have no hesitation recommending you and using your services in future. Thank you.”

Exceptional Service

“I have received expert advice throughout my case, the attention to detail is second to none. Their professional outlook and relatability means that I always recommend the firm. When I was unclear of any information or possible outcomes they took the time to speak with me on a personal level, confirming our conversation through email, I feel supported and understood and most of all they are empathetic, something that is often missing from large firms.”

Friendly, professional, knowledgeable.

“Oliver assisted me in the aftermath of my father’s sudden death in hospital. He helped me to draught my initial letter of complaint to the health authority, represented me and my mother at the inquest and ultimately succeeded in bringing a successful claim. I always felt I could approach Oliver with any questions and he would explain the legal processes in an understandable way. I would not hesitate to recommend him should anyone find themselves in a similar unfortunate position.”

Excellent solicitor

“I cannot recommend this firm highly enough and especially Caroline who is professional approachable and thorough, she works tirelessly and is a real credit to the firm, you are not made to feel like just a number as with other firms, it’s a pleasure to have such an excellent solicitor to represent you when you have gone through so much she is so understanding and knowledgeable.”

Great firm!

“I had an experience with Oliver Thorne who was nothing but helpful with settling my claim. He was very patient and professional as well as making sure I was happy and content throughout the whole process! Would highly recommend him if you’re looking for a solicitor!”

Maddy Lawrence

“With the premature death of our eldest daughter, as it turned out, by clinical negligence, we were facing a very difficult journey both in proving fault and keeping heart and soul together. That we were able to, in terms of the fault element, was down to our professional legal team. They provided clear, calm and compassionate advice which got us through a horrendous inquest and subsequent legal maneuverers. They, in short, were magnificent and we are extremely grateful that we had them on our side.”

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