Compensation can cover the impact of the injury and the support needed now and in the future.

For a child, this may include care, therapy, medical treatment, specialist equipment, home adaptations, mobility support, education support, case management, travel expenses and future support needs.

For a mother, compensation may include pain and suffering, treatment costs, lost earnings, care provided by family members, psychological support and the effect on daily life.

In serious cases, compensation may need to provide for lifelong needs, which is why careful expert evidence is important.