About

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Bindmans were one of the first firms to work in the field of clinical negligence. We are recognised as a leading firm and our clinical negligence partners are ranked as leaders in the field. Our expertise has been recognised by the Law Society and AVMA (the charity working for victims of medical accidents) for over 20 years.

We have particular expertise in claims arising in the following fields:

  • Cerebral palsy and birth injury​
  • Surgical negligence 
  • Child medicine and paediatric
  • Inadequate treatment by GPs
  • Substandard care in accident and emergency
  • Delay in diagnosis of cancer
  • Pressure sores

Clinical negligence cases are complex and should only be handled by specialist lawyers. Our highly experienced team are committed to offering a personalised service, tailored to our client’s needs.

We are approved by the Legal Aid Agency to act in medical negligence cases where Legal Aid is available. Where clients do not qualify for Legal Aid we will explore a range of funding opinions including acting on a “no win, no fee” basis.

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Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant - London (Firms)

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Bindmans has a clinical negligence team with wide-ranging experience in matters of the utmost severity, including spinal cord and brain injuries. The team offers niche expertise in representing clients who have suffered serious injuries while in detention, deploying human rights arguments in support of claims. The firm's other areas of expertise include claims for gynaecological and psychiatric injuries.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jon Crocker
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Jon Crocker
Head of Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant
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Band 2

Jon Crocker frequently advises on brain injury and Erb's palsy claims arising from obstetric negligence. He has further experience of psychiatric and fatal injury claims.

He's a hugely experienced solicitor, with a very pleasant and approachable manner.

He shows great knowledge and understanding.

He's very good, responsive and clear.

He is an excellent solicitor who sets the tone for the team, he is totally committed to his clients.

Jon has really good judgement and he is very calm and measured.

Siobhan Kelly
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Siobhan Kelly
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Band 3
Siobhan Kelly has substantial experience handling brain injury and obstetric cases. She is also noted for her ability to provide counsel on matters involving complex liability issues.

Siobhan is sympathetic with clients and tough with opponents. She has patience in abundance but does not shy away from the difficult stuff.

Siobhan is one of the best solicitors I have had the privilege of working with.

Sally Jean Nicholes
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Sally Jean Nicholes
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Band 4
Sally Jean Nicholes advises on disability and fatality claims surrounding misdiagnosis and negligence in paramedic care. She has further experience handling brain injury cases.

Sally has provided an excellent service. She is very experienced, sensible and explains difficult things about the case. She is kind and goes out of her way to be helpful.

She has a vast amount of experience that offers a sense of insurance to the client.

She is very empathetic and supportive with clients. Her judgement is first class and she is also realistic, which is very helpful.

Yagmur Ekici
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Yagmur Ekici
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Up and Coming

Yagmur Ekici handles a range of clinical negligence matters including brain injuries and psychiatric injuries. She is a fluent Turkish speaker.

Yagmur is a superb lawyer, with a great bedside manner. She is intelligent, knowledgeable and kind.

Yagmur was excellent on all counts.

She is incredibly thorough, she handles clients and experts really well and she is not shy of working hard but really gets into the detail.

She's a very solid solicitor and has a strong grasp of all aspects of a case.

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Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant

Jon Crocker
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Jon Crocker
Head of Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant
2
Band 2
Siobhan Kelly
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Siobhan Kelly
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Band 3
Sally Jean Nicholes
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Sally Jean Nicholes
4
Band 4
Yagmur Ekici
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Yagmur Ekici
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Up and Coming

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Yagmur Ekici

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