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Carolyn has 23 years’ experience of bringing clinical negligence claims. She deals with all types of medical cases, but particularly specialises in representing bereaved parents in cases which involve stillbirths and neonatal deaths. She also represents children who are brain damaged as a result of negligent care during their birth. Other areas of speciality are in relation to complex orthopaedic claims and cardiac claims.
Carolyn has represented numerous families of patients who have died as a result of clinical negligence. She also advises them in relation to Inquests and Coronial law.
Recent settlements:
(1) £8.5m for a 29 year old man who suffered severe brain damage at birth due to negligent medical care at Luton /7 Dunstable Hospital. He has cerebral palsy and requires 24 hour care.
(2) Represented a woman who suffered severe damage to her shoulder as a result of a failure to diagnose and properly treat a bone infection at Milton Keynes Hospital. A settlement of £200,000 was achieved.
3) Achieved a £750,000 settlement for a man whose claim related to negligent knee surgery. This left him with severe, permanent pain and being likely to require an amputation.
(4) Settlement of £500,000 for a man who has suffered permanent damage to his heart after his GP failed to deal adequately with symptoms of endocarditis, a severe infection of the heart.
(5) Settlement of £480,000 for a man and his young children who lost their wife and mother as a result of negligent care by her General Practitioner
Career
Trained Stewarts Law (London). Portner and Jaskell, London; Pictons, Milton Keynes. Partner Henmans Freeth 2013.
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Education
Dame Alice Harpur School, Bedford; Nottingham Trent (LLB); College of Law, London (Law Society Finals).
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Testimonials
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- 'What really stood out was they took the time to ensure that I understood the process, answered my questions, and ensured that I understood the various witness statements and expert reports and how all of this could impact the overall case.’
‘Catherine Bell was fantastic throughout, and spent time to get understanding.'
‘From initial consultation to conclusion of the claim, Freeths always acted professionally, with empathy and with transparency. Advice was always given in straightforward terminology. The Company provided an honest and detailed guide to the process.’
‘Katie Shaw’s professional guidance and support in the pursuit of my medical negligence claim were second to none. She always took into account my personal feelings regarding the claim whilst providing honest and professional advice. She gave me a good understanding of the process, advising me of any issues in a sensitive way but never undermining how difficult it was to pursue a claim. Her timelines were accurate, so my expectations were managed. Katie always listened, and she always made me feel valued as a client.’
‘From the outset, Freeth's were informative, clear, realistic and helpful. The team have continued to be accessible. I have been kept up to date with developments and the practice has been inclusive. Consultations have been regular, avoided jargon and explained legal technicalities in a user-friendly way.’
‘The quality of the interaction and preparation of the case has been inclusive. Carolyn Lowe has understood the nuances of my case and has the ability and skill to utilise this to my legal advantage. Her knowledge of medical litigation has been excellent.'