Pre-eclampsia.
Our Pre-Eclampsia Negligence Claim Solicitors are by your side at every step. We can assist you to get the justice and compensation you deserve.
A pre-eclampsia claim can be made if you have suffered as a result of negligence by medical staff.
You may be feeling frightened, overwhelmed, or unsure of what went wrong during your pregnancy, especially if you or your baby suffered harm that could have been prevented. Experiencing complications like pre-eclampsia is deeply distressing in itself, but when there’s a sense that your concerns weren’t listened to, or that your care fell below expected standards, that emotional burden can feel even heavier.
At Lanyon Bowdler, we understand just how traumatic this experience can be. Pregnancy is meant to be a time of hope and anticipation, and it can be devastating when those expectations are overshadowed by fear and uncertainty. If mistakes were made in the monitoring or treatment of pre-eclampsia, errors that resulted in harm to you or your child, you are entitled to ask why. And you are entitled to seek answers.
Pre-eclampsia affects a significant number of pregnancies in the UK each year. While it can often be managed safely with proper care, a failure to monitor or act appropriately can lead to serious consequences, including complications during delivery, long-term health issues for the baby, or even stillbirth. The emotional and physical impact of such outcomes can be profound.
If you believe your medical team missed signs of pre-eclampsia or failed to act in time, we are here to help. Our specialist medical negligence solicitors are not only highly experienced, but compassionate and understanding. We’ll take the time to listen to your story, explain your legal rights clearly, and support you through every step of the claims process. You don’t need to go through this alone, we are here to stand beside you, and to help you move forward.
If you’ve suffered because your pre-eclampsia was not identified or properly managed during pregnancy, you may be feeling confused, distressed, and deeply let down by the care you received. At a time when you were at your most vulnerable, you had every right to expect that medical professionals would take all necessary steps to protect both you and your baby. When that doesn’t happen, the consequences can be devastating.
Whether your care was provided by the NHS or a private healthcare facility, the doctors, midwives and other professionals involved in your pregnancy should have been trained to recognise the warning signs of pre-eclampsia and act quickly. In most cases, this condition can be monitored and treated effectively but when symptoms are overlooked or misinterpreted, the window for safe intervention can be lost.
You may be able to bring a claim for compensation if medical staff failed in their duty of care and that failure led to harm. For example, this might involve a delay in diagnosis that resulted in complications, or a failure to monitor high blood pressure during routine check-ups, particularly during the later stages of pregnancy. In some cases, a mother might not have been referred for further tests, even when protein was detected in her urine, a known red flag for pre-eclampsia.
We also support women whose pre-eclampsia was mistaken for another condition, meaning they were not given the right treatment, or whose diagnosis was made promptly, but the care that followed was either delayed or inappropriate. Sometimes, even when risk factors such as a previous history of pre-eclampsia are present, the necessary level of monitoring is not put in place and that can have serious consequences.
Lanyon Bowdler is a specialist law firm with years of experience in all matters relating to birth-related medical negligence. Our solicitors are compassionate, and will fight for you and everyone affected by the negligent behaviour of medical staff. Contact us today.
Our medical negligence team is made up of highly trained and experienced solicitors, as well as several medical professionals offering their expertise on each compensation case.
We understand that complications arising from a condition such as pre-eclampsia can often have a financial impact on your family, which is why we are pleased to be able to offer flexible pricing solutions to suit your needs. Our clinical negligence compensation claims service is offered on a no win no fee basis, which means that we won’t take any payment from you up-front, and we will recoup our fees from the final compensation award.
At Lanyon Bowdler we are proud to be featured in the Top Tier of The Legal 500, as well as being highly ranked in Band 1 by Chambers UK. Not only this, but we have a fearsome national reputation and have represented hundreds of families in the Donna Ockenden Review and those affected by the Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust (“SaTH) maternity scandal.
If you are looking for outstanding legal representation from a friendly and knowledgeable team of medical negligence solicitors, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Bringing a medical negligence claim can feel daunting, especially after such a difficult experience. At Lanyon Bowdler, we aim to make the process as straightforward and supportive as possible.
After an initial conversation to understand your situation, we will advise whether we believe you have a strong claim. If you decide to proceed, we’ll begin gathering the evidence we need straight away – this may include medical records, witness statements, and expert reports.
If your claim is against the NHS, we will submit the evidence to NHS Resolution – their legal body – who then have up to four months to respond. In most cases, we will either receive an admission of liability or a denial, which we can then respond to appropriately. The vast majority of claims settle without going to court, and we will work to achieve the best possible outcome for you.
You will never be left in the dark, we’ll explain each step as we go and remain available throughout to answer any questions you may have. You’re not just a case to us – you’re a person who has been through something incredibly difficult, and you deserve to be treated with compassion and care.
The impact of pre-eclampsia negligence can be far-reaching, emotionally, physically, and financially. Compensation can help cover a range of losses, including the cost of medical treatment, ongoing care needs, time taken off work, and the pain and suffering you’ve endured. If your baby has been left with lasting complications, or if you have experienced psychological trauma, these are also taken into account when calculating your entitlement. In the most heartbreaking cases, where a life has been lost, claims can include compensation for wrongful death.
There are legal time limits for making a medical negligence claim, and it’s important not to delay. While each case is different, you usually need to start your claim within three years from the date of the negligent care or the moment you first realised something had gone wrong. We always recommend speaking to a specialist solicitor as soon as possible, not only to protect your right to claim, but to ensure that valuable evidence can be preserved.
We see a range of scenarios where pre-eclampsia claims arise. These often include delays in diagnosing the condition, failing to act on high blood pressure or abnormal urine results, misinterpreting symptoms, or failing to deliver the baby in time to avoid serious complications. Sometimes a diagnosis is made, but treatment is delayed or poorly managed, putting both mother and baby at unnecessary risk. Every case is unique, and if you have any concerns about the care you received, we’re here to listen and help you understand your legal options.
Not necessarily. Pre-eclampsia is a serious and sometimes unpredictable condition, and not all poor outcomes are the result of negligence. A claim can only be made where there is evidence that the care you received fell below accepted medical standards, and that this failure caused harm that could otherwise have been avoided. If you’re unsure whether what happened to you could have been prevented, we are happy to review your case and offer clear, honest guidance.
Pre-eclampsia is more common than many expect. According to the pregnancy charity Tommy’s, up to 6% of pregnancies in the UK are affected by the condition, with around 1–2% experiencing severe symptoms. With proper monitoring and care, most cases can be managed safely – which is why vigilance from healthcare professionals is so important.
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If you or a loved one has suffered harm as a result of negligent care related to pre-eclampsia during pregnancy or childbirth, it is important to know that you may be entitled to bring a medical negligence claim.
Our expert Pre-Eclampsia Negligence Solicitors are specialists in handling maternity and pregnancy-related claims across England and Wales. We are committed to securing the best possible outcome for you and your family, ensuring that you receive the support, answers, and compensation you deserve. At Lanyon Bowdler, we pride ourselves on being approachable, compassionate, and easy to talk to. Our Maternity & Pregnancy Negligence Solicitors, as part of our award-winning Medical Negligence Solicitors Team, will listen carefully to your experience and offer sensitive, informed guidance every step of the way.
By choosing Lanyon Bowdler, you are choosing one of the UK’s most highly regarded legal teams. Our Pre-Eclampsia Negligence Solicitors have supported countless families through deeply distressing times, and we understand the emotional and practical challenges you may be facing. We are known for providing outstanding client care and for always putting our clients’ wellbeing first.
We have offices in Shrewsbury, Bromyard, Conwy, Hereford, Ludlow, Oswestry, and Telford, so are able to act for clients throughout Shropshire, Herefordshire, Mid and North Wales. Our specialists regularly act for families across the Midlands, and our experience makes us the leading Pre-Eclampsia Negligence Solicitors for Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Worcester. As a leading full-service law firm in Wales with some of the UK’s most experienced medical negligence lawyers, we can represent you wherever you live in England or Wales.
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