About
Helen is the Finance & Risk Director of CL Medilaw and is highly experienced in complex claims involving cerebral palsy, brain injury and fatal injury arising from negligent medical treatment by the NHS or private healthcare providers, as well as serious accidents. She has recovered tens of millions of pounds in compensation for clients who have suffered as a result of substandard clinical care.
In cases involving children and clients with permanent brain injury or long-term disability, Helen has, for many years, acted as a trustee or deputy, supporting clients and their families in making informed decisions about future care, financial management and the life planning following settlement.
Case Highlights
Helen’s case highlights include:
- EXZ v Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, recovering £7,150,000 lump sum plus annual payments for care for life for a client with cerebral palsy from birth due to delay in delivery (a total capitalised award of approximately £17 million).
- HJR v Oxford Radcliffe Hospitals NHS Trust, recovering in excess of £9 million lump sum plus annual care payments for life for a girl born with quadriplegic cerebral palsy (a total capitalised award of approximately £15 million).
- TBE v Royal Berkshire NHS Trust, £4,920,000 lump sum plus annual care payments for life for a boy with athetoid cerebral palsy (a total capitalised award of approximately £10 million).
- JMH v Oxford Radcliffe NHS Trust, £5,573,000 lump sum plus annual care payments for life for a boy with athetoid cerebral palsy (a total capitalised award of approximately £12 million).
