Yes, a claim may be possible if your child was injured because of poor medical care during pregnancy, labour, delivery or shortly after birth.

A parent or guardian can usually bring a claim on behalf of a child. This may involve investigating the maternity records, birth records, newborn care records and any later diagnosis or developmental concerns.

The claim will usually need to show that the care provided fell below an acceptable standard and that this caused avoidable harm. Independent medical expert evidence is often needed.

Havard Law Solicitors can explain the process, help obtain records and advise whether there may be grounds to investigate further.