The importance of court approval in fatal accident claims involving children
Understanding the importance of court approval in fatal accident claims involving children: Lessons from Bayless v Norfolk and Norwich University
I am a solicitor in the Medical Negligence team, having qualified and joined Tees in September 2021. Although my experience covers a broad range of medical negligence claims, my particular areas of interest include inquests, delayed diagnosis and surgical negligence claims.
When you, a family member, or a close friend falls ill, it can be an extremely stressful time. You place your trust in medical professionals, and whilst often the care provided by them is exemplary, unfortunately, sometimes mistakes are made which can have catastrophic and far reaching consequences.
It takes tremendous courage to seek help or resolution for your experiences. I understand that the prospect of starting a legal claim can seem daunting. I will listen to your concerns with compassion and empathy, and endeavour to assist you in finding a resolution that best fits the needs of you and your family.
I have featured in many digital and print publications, including recently in the Daily Mail and The Guardian, on behalf of many families I am representing legally in relation to Mr Yaser Jabbar, who was a paediatric orthopaedic surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Georgina Wade, a solicitor at Tees Law representing several families in a civil action against GOSH, told the Daily Mail: ‘The effects have been far more profound than the report suggests, both physically and emotionally.
‘Many of these children already had complex, life-limiting conditions but they were made worse, sometimes to the point that injuries can no longer be fixed. Some children, now adults, have developed phobias of hospitals and refuse further surgery because they cannot face going through it again.’
Georgina Wade, an associate solicitor at Tees Law, told The Guardian: “We are supporting a number of patients and their families who have been profoundly affected by Mr Jabbar’s treatment.”
I highly recommend Georgina for medical negligence cases and wish her all the best in her career. Aspiring solicitors could learn a lot from her.
I was able to gain over three years’ worth of experience before qualification, as a Paralegal and a Trainee Solicitor acting for both defendants and claimants in medical negligence claims. I therefore have an in-depth understanding of how both sides approach and manage a medical negligence claim.
I have been recognised as a Recommended Lawyer in The Legal 500 rankings for 2023 and 2024.
I volunteer my time as a helpline advisor for the patient safety charity Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA), providing legal advice and practical advice to members of the public. ‘[Georgina] was brilliant, very helpful’ (caller feedback, December 2023, Anon).
Although based in Bishop’s Stortford, I grew up in North Norfolk and currently live in Cambridge. I graduated from the University of East Anglia with a 2:1 law degree in 2012, and moved to Cambridge in 2016, thereafter obtaining a Distinction in the Legal Practice Course in 2019.
When I’m not working, I can probably be found playing netball with my team the Trumpington Tigers or going on adventures with my two miniature dachshunds, Gus and Hector.
Read how I am helping pursue justice for the harm caused by Mr Jabbar’s negligence: Case study included in the Sunday Times and also mentioned on BBC News.
Client testimonials;
“Georgina and her team worked tirelessly to achieve the result. It wasn’t a situation I ever imagined I’d find myself in, but I’m glad I found Tees and would recommend them going forward.”
“Georgina and her team have been nothing short of incredible in my medical negligence case concerning my treatment by two hospitals after giving birth. I’ve never needed to seek support in pursuing a medical negligence claim and especially one that concerned such personal details of post birth surgery. Talking to strangers about this has been a huge personal hurdle, but Tees has been faultless. My specific case has been so challenging from both a legal and a personal perspective, but I have received the absolute best support and guidance I could have asked for. All questions I had were promptly answered, and I always felt that I had final say on all decisions, and my opinion was listened to. Finding fantastic legal advice is invaluable, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Georgina and her team.”
Understanding the importance of court approval in fatal accident claims involving children: Lessons from Bayless v Norfolk and Norwich University
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