Sepsis and Meningitis Claims

Who can bring a Sepsis/Meningitis claim?
If you have been diagnosed with sepsis or meningitis, and have suffered harm, or financial loss, as a result of negligent treatment in respect of sepsis or meningitis, or a loved one has sadly died as a result of sepsis or meningitis, you may be able to make a sepsis/meningitis claim irrespective of whether the treatment was received under the NHS or on a private basis.

Why choose Hay & Kilner?
Hay & Kilner’s team of specialised clinical negligence solicitors has recovered hundreds of thousands of pounds of compensation on behalf of their clients in sepsis and meningitis negligence claims and can help you access expert care and rehabilitation to meet any current and future needs you may have.

We provide a high-quality service and will take the time to get to know you and understand exactly what you have been through to get you the compensation you deserve. We represent clients in all areas of the North East and are happy to come out to see you at home if you ever have difficulty attending the office.

If you or your child is suffering from a serious injury and/or disability as a result of sepsis or meningitis, we can assist in arranging appropriate rehabilitation and care packages to ensure you/your child gets the care and assistance needed to help you live with the injury.

When to make a Sepsis/Meningitis claim?
An Act of Parliament sets out time limits for bringing a clinical negligence/sepsis/meningitis claim. Failure to issue proceedings within this time scale may mean that the sepsis/meningitis claim is time barred and cannot proceed.

The Limitation Act provides that the time limit is three years from the date on which harm resulted from the allegedly negligent action; or, if later, the date when you became aware that you received negligent treatment.

In the case of minors that is for the people who are under the age of 18 years, the limitation period does not begin to run until their 18th birthday.

If the injured person is suffering from a mental disability the time limit does not start to run until mental capacity has returned. If mental capacity never returns then an action for damages can be started at any time in the future even though the primary 3-year limitation period may have expired.

Find out more about when to pursue a sepsis/meningitis claim with our article Is it too late to bring a clinical negligence claim?

How much does it cost to make a Sepsis/Meningitis claim?
There are several ways a claim can be funded; the most common being under a Conditional Fee Agreement on a ‘no win no fee’ basis. Read more about the different ways to fund your potential sepsis/meningitis claim with our article No Win No Fee and other options for funding your medical negligence claim.

How long will a Sepsis/Meningitis claim take?
Sepsis or Meningitis claims can take anywhere from a few months to a few years to reach a resolution. The likely timescale usually depends on the severity of your injuries and whether or not your doctor or other healthcare practitioner accepts responsibility for your injuries.

How do I start a Sepsis/Meningitis claim?
If you think you may be entitled to compensation for an injury you have suffered, contact our team on 0191 232 8345 or using our online contact form and we will arrange an initial appointment to discuss your potential claim free of charge.