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It has been reported in the national press that a High Court judge has awarded a young boy with multiple complex needs a £15m compensation care package after Blackpool Victoria Hospital admitted the injuries he sustained at birth could have been avoided.
The mother was admitted to Blackpool Victoria Hospital multiple times whilst pregnant with symptoms of vomiting and bleeding. Despite the tests allegedly showing that she had a possible infection; she had been discharged without appropriate antibiotics which was believed to have led to a series of life-threatening conditions including meningitis.
The infant was born and readmitted to hospital within 2 weeks after being diagnosed with Group A Streptococcal septicaemia.
According to reports, he was making a good recovery, however, he has since undergone numerous surgeries and continued to face significant challenges.
The reports go on to state that he is suffering with cognitive difficulties, mobility issues and will require ongoing medical and educational support.
At Bell Lax our specialist lawyers have a wealth of experience of acting for families where babies have been injured as a result of medical negligence and in some cases have sadly passed away.
We recommend getting advice from a legal professional if you are unsure whether you or a loved one have suffered negligent care. Please call us and speak to one of our experienced medical negligence solicitors on a no obligation basis on 0121 355 0011. We will not charge you for your call and if we act for you this will be on a no win no fee basis.
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