There is currently a great deal of controversy regarding the treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). In our work, we have seen two areas of concern. One relates to the way in which medication is used to treat the condition. The other area of concern is that, even where medication is prescribed appropriately, patients are not made aware of its unusual and damaging side effects.

One of the biggest threats to female footballers today is anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. In the 2023–24 season alone, an estimated 195 elite players suffered ACL tears.

Sally Smith of Switalskis’ Child Abuse Department recently acted for a client who recovered £100,000 in damages from a family member who had sexually abused them as a child over a prolonged period of time. 

Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust has been fined £1.6 Million by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) after admitting to failing to provide safe treatment for three mothers and three babies who tragically died within months of each other in 2021.

In May 2021, our client visited her local hospital complaining of persistent right flank pain and a dull ache in her back. She was prescribed antibiotics for a suspected kidney infection (pyelonephritis) and referred for an ultrasound scan.

Our client suffered a range of injuries in a road traffic accident, each of which had a significant impact on her life.

At Switalskis, we support clients through some of the most complex and challenging medical negligence cases, helping them secure the answers and compensation they deserve.

Our Clinical Negligence team’s expertise, combined with our clients’ resilience, enables us to secure justice for those who have been let down by the healthcare system. One such case, managed by solicitor Paisley Laws, exemplifies the dedication and thoroughness with which we approach every case.