Compensation of £8.5 Million for Boy Injured at Birth

The family of a seven-year-old boy who was left with severe disabilities following his birth have secured a settlement from the NHS trust responsible for the hospital where he was born.

The boy's mother had intended to have a home birth. After complications arose, there was a delay in transferring her to the hospital and, upon arrival, the boy's delivery was not treated as urgent. He suffered a hypoxic-ischaemic brain injury. After he was delivered, a half-hour delay in resuscitating him led to further injury.

He suffers from cerebral palsy and neuro-developmental delay. He is unable to speak, is dependent on a wheelchair and will require lifelong care and support. Despite his injuries, he is described as a happy child and is doing excellently at school.

A claim was commenced against the NHS trust, which admitted 55 per cent liability for the boy's injuries. A settlement of £8.5 million was agreed. As well as compensating him for his injuries, this will help him to make the most of his life.