statement from Blake Lapthorn Tarlo Lyons regarding claim by Chloe Butler

Blake Lapthorn Tarlo Lyons reports that Chloe Butler, who was born at Watford General Hospital on 10 June 2002, has issued a claim against West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust. This is because she alleges that as a result of negligent delay in delivering her, Chloe suffered brain damage and has gone on to develop moderate cerebral palsy affecting all four limbs. 

Although Chloe has made good progress, she has a marked tremor of her hands and has variable muscle tone, which means that she has an unsteady walk and frequently falls.  She also exhibits abnormal jerky movements, has difficulty chewing and swallowing, and her speech is difficult to understand.

It is Chloe's claim that if the hospital had not been negligent at the time of her delivery, she would have been born without any abnormalities.

Chloe's parents and family have cared for her lovingly since she was born but she is likely to need care for the rest of her life, and proceedings have been issued in order to provide that care.

There will be no further comment until the case is completed.

For further information please contact Alison McClure in the Clinical Negligence team on 023 8085 7345 or email alison.mcclure@bllaw.co.uk