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Michelle & Charlie’s story

Our role is to help provide clarity during that uncertainty and secure the support a child may need for the rest of their life.

Author

Sahida Patel

Partner, Birth Injury Team Lead

Type of injury: Birth Injury MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE

The incident

At just five weeks old, Charlie’s life changed forever. During a transfer between hospital departments, an oxygen tube became dislodged. For 45 minutes, Charlie was left without oxygen to his brain. The consequences were devastating.

IN MICHELLE'S OWN WORDS

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If you think something has happened to your child, don’t hesitate. Honestly, it’s worth it for the benefit of your child.

Michelle Charlie’s grandmother

The claim helped ensure he would have access to the specialist care, equipment and environment he needs to thrive, while giving the family reassurance that those needs will continue to be met for years to come.

Sahida Patel Partner, Birth Injury

The Settlement

The settlement was designed around Charlie’s lifelong needs, ensuring funding was available for specialist care, ongoing therapies, equipment and support as he grows and develops. It also enabled the family to move into a fully adapted home, creating a safe and accessible environment tailored to Charlie’s needs.

For Michelle, one of the most important outcomes was knowing that Charlie's future was protected.
Most importantly, it has helped create opportunities for Charlie.
The settlement has given Charlie and his family the stability, support and confidence to look to the future with hope.