London has more NHS Trusts, teaching hospitals, and private healthcare providers than any other region in England. It also generates a disproportionate volume of clinical negligence claims — from complex surgical errors at specialist centres, to misdiagnosed strokes at major emergency departments, to birth injuries at busy inner-city maternity units. AAA Solicitors act for clients who have suffered harm at hospitals and healthcare providers across London, pursuing claims against NHS Trusts defended by NHS Resolution and against private providers defended by their own insurers.
London NHS Trusts we bring claims against
We bring medical negligence claims against all NHS Trusts operating in London, including:
- Barts Health NHS Trust (Royal London Hospital, St Bartholomew's, Whipps Cross, Newham)
- Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
- King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust (St Mary's, Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Western Eye)
- University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH)
- The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
- North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
- Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Whittington Health NHS Trust
- London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
- Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
- Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
- Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
Private hospitals in London — claims we handle
We also handle claims against private London healthcare providers including:
- HCA Healthcare UK (London Bridge Hospital, The Princess Grace, The Lister, Portland Hospital)
- Bupa Cromwell Hospital
- The London Clinic
- Spire Healthcare London hospitals
- BMI Healthcare London hospitals
- BPAS and other reproductive healthcare providers
Private hospital negligence is handled differently — the claim is brought against the hospital and/or the treating clinician directly, as there is no NHS Resolution to defend the claim. See private hospital negligence claims.
Types of medical negligence claim we handle for London clients
- Birth injury and cerebral palsy claims against London maternity units → birth injury compensation
- Stroke misdiagnosis at London A&E departments → stroke misdiagnosis
- Surgical negligence at London hospitals → surgical negligence
- Cancer misdiagnosis by London GPs and specialists → cancer misdiagnosis
- Cauda equina claims against London spinal units → cauda equina
- Brain injury compensation claims → brain injury
- Sepsis negligence at London hospitals → sepsis negligence
- A&E negligence → A&E negligence
- Private hospital negligence → private hospital negligence
Do I need a London-based solicitor?
No. Clinical negligence claims in England and Wales are not geographically restricted. You can instruct any solicitor authorised to practise in England and Wales, regardless of where you or the defendant hospital are located. Medical records are obtained by post or electronically. Conferences with expert witnesses and counsel take place via video link or in person at a location convenient to you. Many of our clients are London-based and their cases are handled entirely without the need to travel.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring a claim against the Royal London Hospital, UCLH, St Thomas' or any specific London NHS Trust?
Yes. Claims against NHS Trusts in London are defended by NHS Resolution on behalf of the Trust. The process is the same as any clinical negligence claim.
How long do I have to bring a claim against a London hospital?
Three years from the date of the negligent treatment, or from the date of knowledge — whichever is later. Children have until their 21st birthday.
Is it harder to bring a claim against a major London teaching hospital?
No — the legal standard applied is the same regardless of whether the defendant is a district general hospital or a specialist teaching hospital. NHS Resolution defends all NHS Trust claims using the same process.
Can I claim against a private London hospital on no win no fee?
Yes — where the claim has reasonable prospects of success, no win no fee funding is available for private hospital claims in the same way as NHS claims.
People also ask
Who are the best medical negligence solicitors in London?
The best medical negligence solicitors for your case are specialist clinical negligence firms — not general personal injury firms. Look for membership of AvMA's Lawyer Referral Service, Law Society Clinical Negligence accreditation, and a track record in your specific type of claim.
How much does a medical negligence solicitor in London cost?
On a no win no fee basis, nothing upfront. If you win, a success fee (capped at 25% of certain heads of your compensation) is deducted from your award. If you lose, you pay nothing.
Can I claim against an NHS hospital in London without a solicitor?
Technically yes, but clinical negligence claims require independent medical expert evidence, knowledge of the Pre-Action Protocol, and experience of NHS Resolution's litigation approach. Without a specialist solicitor, the claim is very unlikely to succeed.