Gemma is an experienced and successful clinical negligence lawyer based in the firm’s London office. Dealing with a full range of clinical negligence cases including orthopaedic injuries, birth injuries, surgical errors and pressure sores as part of the firm’s national clinical negligence team.
Gemma is highly organised and strives to drive her cases proactively to secure the very best outcome for her clients both in terms of getting answers for how and why her clients received negligent treatment, seeking interim payments to provide rehabilitation as soon as possible and ultimately getting the compensation they deserve
With over 10 years of experience od personal injury and clinical negligence claims, Gemma is highly skilled in dealing with individuals and their families, who have suffered serious injuries working hard to secure early interim payments and rehabilitation.
Gemma is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Legal Executives.
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Gemma's case experience
- Delayed diagnosis of cancer – represented the Estate of a woman who suffered from a delayed diagnosis of cervical cancer due to a failure to report a cervical smear test correctly. Despite receiving extensive chemotherapy and radiotherapy, the woman sadly died. A claim was pursued on behalf of the Estate, and Gemma could recover in excess of £300,000 compensation for the family.
- Represented a man who, amongst other claimants, suffered several months' delay in his follow-up for appointments at an eye clinic. This resulted in worsening vision in his left eye and loss of vision in his right eye. The claim settled for approximately £250,000.
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