Common Cases
A full guide to sepsis and medical negligence | Types of cases, how to make a claim and getting legal advice
Often known as septicaemia, sepsis occurs when an acquired infection leads to a chain reaction throughout the body
Is sepsis misdiagnosis a medical negligence case?
Sepsis occurs when an existing infection triggers a chain reaction throughout your body. Without timely treatment, sepsis can have devastating consequences and can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and even death.
What is hospital-acquired sepsis? | How it is caused and when it may be classed as negligence
Hospital-acquired sepsis is a form of septic infection that develops when a patient is in hospital, often developed if an infection wasn’t treated quickly enough or signs of infection were ignored or missed.
Making a sepsis medical negligence claim | Steps to take & what to expect
Sepsis is a term used to describe the body's extreme response to an infection that is triggered by a chain reaction. If sepsis is left untreated, it can soon develop into septic shock, which can become life-threatening and extremely dangerous.
Can you make a negligence claim for sepsis? | Types of Cases
Hospital-acquired sepsis can be a distressing and scary occurrence, and you might be unsure about whether you have enough evidence of medical negligence to achieve compensation.
