Business Details
33 Years
experience
Medical Negligence Claims Solicitors
Established in 1993, Gadsby Wicks has specialised exclusively in medical negligence claims for over three decades. Our firm combines deep legal expertise with a compassionate approach, representing over 5,000 claimants and securing 300 million in compensation. Accredited by the Law Society, APIL, and AvMA, we maintain rigorous quality standards through our Lexcel and ISO 9001 certifications. Our team of eight solicitors, with 190+ combined years of experience, focuses solely on clinical negligence, supported by nurse advisers and paralegals. We prioritise client care, offering no win, no fee arrangements and achieving 96% out-of-court settlements.Our track record includes landmark cases such as a 26 million award for cerebral palsy and 400,000 for breast cancer misdiagnosis. We operate from Chelmsford, Essex, serving clients across East Anglia and nationally through remote consultations. Our process includes free initial assessments, evidence gathering, expert medical collaboration, and transparent negotiations, ensuring clients receive compensation covering care, lost earnings, and future needs.
Services
Medical Negligence Claims
Birth Injury Claims
Surgical Negligence Claims
Misdiagnosis Claims
Delayed Treatment Claims
Brain Injury Claims
Cancer Claims
GP Negligence Claims
Amputation Claims
Paralysis Claims
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- No win, no fee funding available for all cases
- 96% of claims settled without court proceedings
- Dedicated solicitor assigned to each case throughout
- 30+ years specialising exclusively in medical negligence
- Accredited by Lexcel, ISO 9001, and clinical negligence specialist schemes
Associations and certifications
- The Law Society
- Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL)
- Action Against Medical Accidents (AvMA)
- Society of Clinical Injury Lawyers (SCIL)
- Lexcel
- ISO 9001
What people say
Outstanding solicitor
Compassionate help
Excellent service
Kept updated
Thoroughly recommend
Services
Medical Negligence Claims
We specialise in pursuing compensation for substandard medical care, covering misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and treatment delays. Our solicitors investigate evidence, collaborate with medical experts, and negotiate settlements to cover care costs, lost earnings, and future needs. With over 30 years' experience, we handle complex cases including birth injuries and fatal negligence.
Birth Injury Claims
Our experts handle claims for injuries during childbirth, including cerebral palsy and Erb's palsy. We secure compensation for lifelong care, therapies, and adaptations, achieving landmark settlements like 26 million for delayed treatment cases. We work with medical specialists to prove causation and quantify long-term impacts.
Surgical Negligence Claims
We represent clients harmed by surgical mistakes, including wrong-site operations and retained instruments. Our team investigates medical records, instructs independent experts, and pursues compensation for additional treatments and lost quality of life. Recent cases include 180,000 for gallbladder surgery complications.
Misdiagnosis Claims
We handle claims for missed or delayed diagnoses, including cancer and sepsis. Our solicitors prove causation through expert evidence and secure funds for treatment, care, and financial losses. Notable successes include 400,000 for breast cancer misdiagnosis and 60,000 for gastric cancer failures.
Delayed Treatment Claims
We pursue claims where treatment delays caused preventable harm, such as stroke or organ failure. Our team demonstrates how timely care would have improved outcomes, securing compensation for rehabilitation, lost earnings, and future care needs. Recent cases include 150,000 for aortic aneurysm delays.
People
Gillian Gadsby
Managing Partner
Solicitor and Managing Partner with 30+ years' experience in medical negligence. Leads the firm's strategic direction and complex cases. Holds APIL and Law Society accreditations. Advocates for patient safety reforms and has recovered 300 million in compensation.
Tami Frankel
Partner
Accredited clinical negligence specialist with expertise in birth injuries and surgical errors. Regularly instructs medical experts to prove causation. Contributes to industry publications and represents clients in high-value settlements.
Tony Mitty
Partner
Specialises in complex misdiagnosis and delayed treatment claims. Holds APIL and Law Society accreditations. Focuses on proving causation in challenging cases and securing interim payments for urgent care needs.
Alan Mendham
Partner
Experienced in surgical negligence and fatal accident claims. Works closely with medical experts to establish liability. Known for compassionate client support during emotionally difficult cases.
Corrina Mottram
Partner
Specialises in cosmetic surgery errors and cancer misdiagnosis claims. Holds multiple clinical negligence accreditations. Focuses on securing comprehensive settlements covering future medical needs.
Questions
What types of medical negligence claims do you handle?
We handle all clinical negligence cases including birth injuries, surgical errors, misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, and fatal accidents. Our specialists have recovered compensation for over 5,000 clients since 1993.
How is my claim funded?
Most cases are handled on a no win, no fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and legal costs come from compensation if successful. We also advise on Legal Aid eligibility for specific cases.
What compensation can I claim?
Compensation covers pain and suffering, medical expenses, lost earnings, care costs, and future financial losses. We secure interim payments for urgent needs once liability is proven.
How long will my claim take?
Most cases settle in 2-5 years. Complex birth injury claims may take longer to assess long-term impacts. We aim to resolve 96% of cases without court proceedings.
Do I need to go to court?
96% of our cases settle without court. If litigation is required, we prepare you thoroughly and handle all court procedures, ensuring you understand each step of the process.
What if the NHS denies responsibility?
We challenge NHS denials through expert evidence and legal arguments. Our success rate demonstrates our ability to secure compensation even when liability is initially disputed.
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