A woman of 86 years old died after she suffered a terrible fall during her stay in Princess Alexandra Hospital.
The woman was being moved from her bed to toilet when she stumbled and hit her head of the wall. Her family made a claim for compensation against the NHS for poor staff training and inadequate procedures. They were awarded a five figure settlement in compensation.
A woman of 86 years old died after she suffered a terrible fall during her stay in Princess Alexandra Hospital.
The woman was being moved from her bed to toilet when she stumbled and hit her head of the wall. Her family made a claim for compensation against the NHS for poor staff training and inadequate procedures. They were awarded a five figure settlement in compensation.
The NHS are constantly faced with compensation claims where they have failed to give the requisite care to their patients. The elderly in particular are more vulnerable to falling in a hospital. Healthcare workers must comply with The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence to minimise the risk of the elderly becoming injured or in worst cases, dying.
Head injuries, hip fractures and bruising are examples of what the elderly endure after a fall. This leaves them distressed and at a loss of confidence. Families of the elderly which include their spouse, children or grandchildren are often making complaints to the NHS as they want to ensure their loved one is being treated with the upmost care.
Slips, trips and falls are common in hospitals all over the country and we can act for you on a no win, no fee basis if you think you may have a claim for compensation after an accident in a hospital.
We act for a number of clients who have sustained injuries from a slip and fall. If you have suffered an injury by falling that was not your fault you may be able to make a claim. It is important that you get independent expert legal advice, preferably as soon as possible from one of our specialist lawyers.
If you think you may have a claim, contact our specialist personal injury lawyers for immediate advice. Call Actons Injury Solicitors free on 08081 355 355 or click here to start your claim now.
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Posted on December 18, 2014