Birth Injury Claims Made Simple
UK Birth Injury Claims
When something goes wrong during childbirth, the consequences can be devastating. We help families across the UK submit a birth injury claim with a specialist solicitor who understands their situation.
If you or your child was stillborn or experienced any kind of injury during pregnancy, gestation or birth, you may be able to claim compensation.
Call us today or submit your details via our birth injury contact form to begin your journey to justice, care, and compensation.
If you or your child was stillborn or experienced any kind of injury during pregnancy, gestation or birth, you may be able to claim compensation.
Our expert birth injury lawyers help families across the UK with their birth injury claim– Start Your Claim Today.
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Bith Injury To Mother
When mistakes are made during birth, mothers can be left with lasting physical and emotional trauma. A maternal birth injury doesn’t just affect recovery; it can also disrupt daily life, relationships, and long-term health. These injuries often result from delays in treatment, incorrect medical decisions, or a lack of proper care during labour and delivery.
Birth Injury To Baby
For parents, the impact is of their child being injured at birth, it can be both overwhelming. These injuries are often the result of delayed intervention, improper use of delivery tools, or a failure to respond quickly to signs of distress. Sadly, when errors happen in maternity care, a baby’s health and development can be affected for years to come.
Birth Injury Claim Amounts
Every case is unique, but compensation typically reflects the severity of the injury and its long-term impact.
Type of Birth Injury | Typical Compensation Range | What It Covers |
Maternal injuries (tears, scarring) | £5,000 – £20,000 | Recovery, pain, short-term care |
Child injuries (fractures, nerve damage) | £20,000 – £200,000 | Medical costs, therapies, and ongoing support |
Severe lifelong conditions (cerebral palsy, brain damage) | £500,000 – Several million | Lifetime care, specialist equipment, housing adaptations, loss of earnings |
Examples of maternal birth injuries include
Mothers Birth Injury Types
- Cerebral palsy is caused by a lack of oxygen
- Fractures or dislocations during delivery
- Erb’s palsy (nerve damage in the shoulder)
- Brain damage from delayed intervention
- Developmental delays caused by trauma
Child Birth Injury Types
- Severe perineal tears left untreated
- Excessive blood loss or haemorrhage
- Retained placenta causing infection
- Nerve damage leading to mobility issues
- Long-term pelvic or bladder complications
Call 0330 056 2655 or fill in the form to speak with an expert today.
No Obligation
Free consultation
At Mediclaims, every case begins with a no-obligation discussion, giving you the freedom to decide without pressure. You’ll only move forward with a claim if our expert assessment indicates a strong chance of a successful outcome.
Take the first step toward justice and recovery, start your birth injury claim with Mediclaims today.
To speak with a specialist, simply complete the no-obligation enquiry form on this page.
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A phone call to discuss your case and how we can help
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A detailed review by our in-house medical experts
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Smooth referral to our panel of solicitors
Claiming With Mediclaims
Our Process
When you contact Mediclaims, we begin with an initial consultation to understand your situation and offer guidance. Our process includes:
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Why Choose Mediclaims For Your Birth Injury Claim
We offer nationwide reach with specialists available across the UK, trusted expertise from supporting thousands of families every year, and personal guidance that ensures we listen, support, and connect you to the right expert.
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Most asked questions
Here are answers to some of the most frequent questions we receive.
If you’ve experienced harm due to poor medical care—such as a misdiagnosis, surgical mistake, or inadequate treatment—and can demonstrate that it directly caused your injury or suffering, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact us to discuss your circumstances, and we’ll guide you through the next steps.
Compensation can cover a range of damages, including medical treatment costs, loss of earnings, ongoing care needs, and pain and suffering. The exact amount will vary depending on the details and impact of your individual case.
In most cases, you have three years from the date of the incident—or from when you first became aware of the negligence—to begin a claim. It’s important to get in touch as early as possible to protect your rights and explore your options.
Yes, we accept most major insurance plans and can help verify your coverage before your visit.
n the majority of cases, going to court is not necessary. According to NHS Resolution’s 2018/19 report, over 70% of medical negligence claims were settled without formal court proceedings. While around 30% involved litigation, fewer than 1% reached a full trial.
Yes, it is possible to make a claim on behalf of another person. This typically applies if the individual is under 18, lacks the mental capacity to make a claim themselves, or has sadly passed away. In such cases, you may be eligible to act as their representative in the claims process.
The first step is to get in touch with us so we can begin reviewing your case. We’ll need access to medical records—such as test results, scans, and notes—as well as your account of what happened. It’s your responsibility to show that the care received fell below an acceptable standard. We also work with independent medical experts who will assess the treatment and provide professional opinions.
To support your claim, we focus on three key elements:
Breach of duty – showing that the healthcare provider failed to meet the expected standard of care
Causation – linking that failure directly to your injury or harm
Damages – proving the physical, emotional, or financial impact you’ve suffered as a result
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