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Psychological and Physical Injury After Medical Negligence
Summary: In this article, medical negligence solicitor Elline Demetriou and clinical psychologist Dr Patapia Tzotzoli combine their legal and psychological...
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“He is a master tactician and always on the ball; not a single thing goes under his radar.”
“Hugh Johnson is the Head of Department and is a spinal expert who is deeply engaged with the medical issues in a case.”
Head of Medical Negligence Department
Hugh Johnson is a Partner and Head of Medical Negligence Department.
Recognised as a leading partner in the field, Hugh acts only for Claimants who have been injured as a result of failures in medical treatment.
Hugh primarily represents claimants with life-changing brain and spinal injuries, who have received substandard care in a diverse range of NHS or private health settings. His work includes claims against GPs, hospitals and community health services such as physiotherapy and mental health services. He acts for clients who have sustained injury whether through active treatment such as surgery or through none at all, such as delay or misdiagnosis.
Hugh’s clients frequently have complex care needs which, in turn, give rise to urgent accommodation and rehabilitation needs. He is regularly involved with the co-ordination of specialist teams of therapeutic (treating) experts alongside the medicolegal experts to achieve the best outcomes for his clients.
A specialist medical negligence lawyer with 20 years’ experience, Hugh has recovered more than £65 million in damages for his clients in that time, supporting them with their current and future needs.
Hugh is accredited by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) as a Senior Litigator. He is ranked in the major legal directories, Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500 as a leading partner and specialist in the field of medical negligence law.
Hugh is a regular conference speaker to both medical and legal audiences and has written widely on medical negligence topics. Publications include the Journal of Personal Injury Law (JPIL) and as co-author of the practitioner text Lewis & Buchan on Clinical Negligence (8th Ed). He has commented on the reform of the medical claims process and in response to government consultations.
Hailing from a family of healthcare professionals, Hugh has been exposed to the practice of medicine throughout much of his personal and professional life.
When a change of scene is necessary, Hugh is a club cyclist and has participated in a number of cycling and other sports events, supporting the Spinal Injuries Association and Back Up spinal charities.
Hugh has particular strength handling issues of causation and informed consent.
Hugh Johnson advises on claims regarding failures to diagnose and manage spinal injuries, as well as failings in psychiatric care.
He thinks outside the box and is always thinking a step ahead of his opponent.
Hugh is utterly charming, highly empathetic and a first rate lawyer. He always comes in with good observations.
Osbornes Law offers experience in obstetric and fatal claims as well as niche cauda equina cases.
The team has particular expertise in cases stemming from delays in diagnosis as well as surgical injury and wrongful birth claims.
Osbornes Law is an established firm which handles a breadth of complex and high-value clinical negligence matters.
They are a very tight team. They're very friendly, helpful and obtain excellent results for clients.
A quality firm of solicitors with excellence at all levels of the team.
Hugh's technical knowledge is superb.
He is excellent with very complex cases and their nuances.
I am very confident with Hugh representing me and always value his expertise and advice. He's always many steps ahead.
He is a master tactician and so on the ball; not a single thing goes under his radar. He really understands the medical side and is always thinking about how to achieve the best outcome for clients.
Hugh Johnson is fiendishly intelligent, with a laser sharp focus on the issues that matter.
Osbornes are always professional and diligent in respect of their clients.
Osbornes has an excellent depth of experience across the team.
Across the board, they are all a pleasure to work with. They always keep a pragmatic head and all have an eye on the best outcome for the client.
Small but very effective and experienced team so every client benefits from the personal touch but also highly skilled litigation know-how. Capability of the team means they can handle all aspects of very complex cases as well as straightforward matters.
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