Terms of Service

Last Updated: 5 August 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Medical Negligence Specialist.

Medical Negligence Specialist is a trading style of Rees Clayton Solicitors (“we”, “our” or “us”).

These Terms of Service govern your use of this website and any enquiries you make through it. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should stop using the website immediately.

2. About Us

Medical Negligence Specialist is a trading style of Rees Clayton Solicitors, providing information about medical negligence claims and legal services.

References throughout these Terms to “Medical Negligence Specialist”, “we”, “our” or “us” refer to Rees Clayton Solicitors.

3. Use of This Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.

You must not:

  • Use the website in any way that breaches applicable laws or regulations.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems.

  • Introduce viruses, malware or other harmful material.

  • Interfere with the operation or security of the website.

  • Use the website in a way that may damage our reputation or disrupt other users.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access where these Terms are breached.

4. Information on This Website

The information published on this website is provided for general guidance only.

Although we take reasonable care to ensure that the information is accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee that all content is complete, accurate or suitable for your individual circumstances.

Medical negligence law is complex, and every case is different.

You should not rely solely on the information contained on this website when making legal decisions.

5. No Legal Advice

Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice.

The content is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be treated as a substitute for obtaining advice from a qualified solicitor based on your individual circumstances.

If you require legal advice, you should contact us directly.

6. No Solicitor-Client Relationship

Using this website, completing an enquiry form, sending us an email or speaking with our team does not automatically create a solicitor-client relationship.

A solicitor-client relationship will only arise once we have agreed to act for you and any required client care documentation has been completed.

Until that time, we reserve the right to decline to act on your behalf.

7. Enquiries

If you contact us through this website, you agree that:

  • The information you provide is accurate and truthful.

  • You will not knowingly provide false or misleading information.

  • You have authority to provide information relating to yourself or the person on whose behalf you are making the enquiry.

We may require further information before assessing your enquiry.

Submitting an enquiry does not guarantee that we will be able to act for you.

8. Our Services

Medical Negligence Specialist provides information regarding medical negligence claims and legal services offered by Rees Clayton Solicitors.

Whether we are able to assist will depend upon the facts of your case, applicable law and any professional obligations, including conflict checks.

We reserve the right to decline instructions where appropriate.

9. No Guarantee of Outcome

Every legal claim is unique.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as guaranteeing:

  • That you have a valid claim.

  • That your claim will succeed.

  • The amount of any compensation.

  • The timescale for resolving your claim.

Any estimates or examples provided are for illustrative purposes only.

10. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website is owned by or licensed to Rees Clayton Solicitors.

This includes:

  • Text.

  • Logos.

  • Branding.

  • Graphics.

  • Images.

  • Website design.

  • Downloads.

  • Articles.

  • Page layouts.

You may view and print content for your personal, non-commercial use only.

You must not reproduce, copy, modify, distribute or commercially exploit any material without our prior written permission.

11. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites.

These links are provided for convenience only.

We have no control over the content or availability of external websites and accept no responsibility for them.

Accessing third-party websites is entirely at your own risk.

12. Availability of the Website

We aim to ensure this website is available at all times.

However, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access.

We may suspend, withdraw or amend any part of the website without notice for maintenance, updates or operational reasons.

13. Limitation of Liability

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where it would be unlawful to do so.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Rees Clayton Solicitors shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect or consequential loss.

  • Loss of business.

  • Loss of profits.

  • Loss of opportunity.

  • Loss of data.

  • Any reliance placed upon information contained on this website.

Our total liability arising from your use of this website shall be limited to the extent permitted by applicable law.

14. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

These documents explain how we collect, process and protect your personal information.

15. Confidentiality

While we treat enquiries confidentially, sending information through this website does not automatically create legal professional privilege or a solicitor-client relationship.

You should avoid sending highly confidential or sensitive documents until we have confirmed that we are able to act for you.

16. Website Security

You must not attempt to:

  • Access restricted areas without permission.

  • Disrupt the operation of the website.

  • Upload malicious software.

  • Circumvent security measures.

  • Interfere with servers or networks connected to the website.

Any misuse may be reported to the relevant authorities.

17. Changes to These Terms

We may amend these Terms of Service at any time.

Changes take effect immediately upon publication on this website.

Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

18. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms or your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

19. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:

Rees Clayton Solicitors

Trading as Medical Negligence Specialist

Address: The Ace Enterprise Centre, Cross Street, Nelson BB9 7NN

Telephone: 0330 053 6767

Email: info@reesclayton.co.uk

20. Complaints

If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of our service, please contact us in the first instance so that we have the opportunity to resolve your concerns.

If your complaint relates to legal services provided by Rees Clayton Solicitors, it will be handled in accordance with our Complaints Procedure, which is available on request.

Where applicable, you may also have the right to refer your complaint to the appropriate regulatory or dispute resolution body.