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Deborah Wagstaff is an Associate Director and highly experienced medical negligence solicitor. She provides compassionate and determined representation for families navigating complex and sensitive claims.
In 2004, Deborah qualified as a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEx) whilst working in Plymouth. She continued with her studies at DeMontfort University in Leicester and qualified as a solicitor in 2011.
Deborah is an Associate Director of Harris Fowler and specialises in medical negligence claims. She has a wealth of experience in representing clients in this complex field of law. Deborah also deals with Advocacy at Inquests for bereaved families. Deborah acts with compassion and understanding towards the families at very difficult times. She is firm and effective when dealing with the Defendants solicitors.
She finds that the most rewarding aspect of her job is helping families in bringing successful medical negligence claims against a number of Defendant Hospital Trusts, GP’s and also doctors who practise privately. Deborah works hard for her clients to achieve a successful conclusion to a medical negligence claim and obtain compensation. She assists them throughout the whole process from initial instruction to settling the claim. Deborah shows great compassion and patience with families who are going through a very difficult and fraught time, especially when they have lost a loved one.
Represented a family following the tragic death of a child, successfully challenging a Coroner’s decision and securing a clinical negligence outcome.
Tap to read moreRepresented the family of a young child who tragically died on a school playground.
Initially, the Senior Coroner determined that no inquest was necessary, concluding the death was due to natural causes.
Following instruction, a successful application was made to challenge that decision, resulting in an inquest being held.
Representation was provided throughout the preliminary review and full inquest, which ultimately led to a successful clinical negligence claim on behalf of the family.
Secured compensation for a family following a missed diagnosis of a serious brain injury, with representation at inquest proceedings.
Tap to read moreRepresented the family of an elderly gentleman whose subdural haemorrhage was not identified on two separate occasions at a hospital.
Advocacy was provided at both the preliminary inquest review and the full inquest, before progressing a clinical negligence claim.
A successful outcome was achieved, securing substantial compensation for the client’s widow.
Acted for a family following a delayed diagnosis leading to death, with representation at a four-day inquest and ongoing claim.
Tap to read moreRepresented a family in relation to the delayed diagnosis of an abdominal aortic aneurysm, which resulted in a fatal outcome.
Provided representation at a four-day inquest and continue to support the family in the ongoing clinical negligence claim arising from the circumstances of the death.
If you have been injured at work due to unsafe conditions, poor training, or employer negligence, our team can help you understand your options and pursue the compensation you deserve.
If your treatment has fallen below an acceptable standard, we can help you make a medical negligence claim and support you through every stage of the process.
Whether you were a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian, we can help you make a claim following a road traffic accident and recover compensation for your injuries.
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury, our specialist team can support you through every stage of your claim. We provide clear guidance and work to secure the compensation you need for your recovery and future care.
