Rapid Expert Turnaround in a Complex Paediatric Meningitis Case

By Michelle Mitchell, Marketing Manager

Posted 09 June 2025

3 Minute Read

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With just six weeks to the court deadline, they didn’t need a solution tomorrow - they needed it yesterday.

The Challenge


A solicitor managing a high-stakes clinical negligence claim - concerning a missed diagnosis of a dermal sinus that progressed into meningitis - needed a Breach and Causation report urgently. The court submission deadline was just six weeks away, and the required expert - a Paediatric Neurosurgeon - was both niche and time-sensitive. Any delay risked compromising the case timeline and evidential integrity.


INNEG’s Intervention


INNEG responded with immediate prioritisation:


  • Day 1 (Monday): Search initiated across our 13,000+ expert database


  • Day 4 (Thursday): Three suitable Paediatric Neurosurgeons presented


  • Day 5 (Friday): Solicitor confirmed instruction


  • Day 9 (Following Wednesday): Full expert report delivered - well ahead of deadline


This entire cycle - from request to report - was completed in just 9.5 days, allowing the solicitor to stay on track and prepare their submission with confidence.


Extended Support Provided


Following the successful neurosurgical report, the solicitor re-engaged INNEG for:


  • A Condition and Prognosis report from a Paediatric Neurologist


  • An MRI scan, arranged per expert recommendation


  • A multi-party expert conference, involving counsel and multiple clinicians


INNEG managed all coordination, scheduling, and communications - eliminating the administrative burden on the solicitor’s team.


Outcome for the Solicitor


  • Critical report delivered 3+ weeks ahead of court deadline


  • Enabled a strong submission built on clear, early expert opinion


  • Freed up solicitor time - no need to chase availability or manage logistics


  • Seamless escalation to follow-up instructions, with continuity of care and insight


When niche expertise is needed fast, traditional sourcing timelines can threaten case viability. INNEG’s operational control, deep expert network, and end-to-end management ensured this solicitor met their court obligation without delay, while building a robust foundation for future case phases.


Facing a Deadline or a Complex Expert Request?


INNEG delivers niche expertise fast - with no compromise on accuracy or report quality. From breach reports to full expert conferences, we simplify complex cases.


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Tags:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Neurology Expert Witness
  • Breach and Causation
  • Delayed Diagnosis
  • Neurosurgeon Expert Witness
  • Expert Panel

Expert Disciplines:

  • Neurology

About The Author

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Michelle Mitchell

Marketing Manager

Michelle Mitchell is the Marketing Manager at INNEG, where she leads the development and execution of marketing strategies to support the company's growth and brand presence. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for impactful communication, Michelle works closely with both internal teams and external partners.

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