At L&M MediLaw, we don’t just represent clients. We are passionate advocates for patient justice. This year marks a significant milestone for patient rights: the 10th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Montgomery v Lanarkshire Health Board. This case changed the legal and medical landscape in the UK forever.
But for us, this is more than just a pivotal legal precedent. It’s a story of extraordinary courage, persistence, and purpose—because the pursuer in that case was Nadine Montgomery Allam, now a solicitor at L&M MediLaw.
From Litigant to Lawyer
When Nadine’s son, Sam, was born with cerebral palsy following a traumatic birth, she began a 15-year fight for answers and accountability. At the heart of her case was a vital question: shouldn’t patients have the right to know the risks of medical procedures that may affect them and their families forever?
That question would ultimately reach the UK Supreme Court. In 2015, the Court handed down its historic judgment in Montgomery v Lanarkshire Health Board, ruling that care providers must give patients sufficient information to make informed decisions about their medical care. The “doctor knows best” era has been replaced with a principle that centres the patient in every medical decision—the right to informed consent.
A Personal Fight with a National Impact
Nadine shared her powerful story with Hey Legal—the pain, perseverance, and legal battle that took her through the Scottish courts and all the way to the Supreme Court. She reflected on what it meant to be a client navigating the court system and how the victory, while deeply personal, has brought wider change to the UK’s healthcare system.
Her journey is both inspiring and humbling. What began as a mother’s search for justice became a defining moment in medical negligence law, empowering thousands of patients to understand and assert their rights.
And Nadine didn’t stop there. Motivated by her experience, she went on to study law—and today, she is a valued member of the L&M MediLaw team, helping others seek the same justice she fought so long for.
A Lasting Legacy
The Montgomery ruling remains one of the most significant medical negligence decisions in modern UK legal history. It reframed the doctor-patient relationship, placing informed choice and respect for patient autonomy at its core.
At L&M MediLaw, we are proud to have Nadine as a colleague. Her insight, strength, and empathy strengthen everything we do as a firm. As we mark this 10-year anniversary, we remember that change doesn’t just happen in courtrooms—it starts with people—people like Nadine, who refuse to be silent, and people like our clients, whose courage we are privileged to support every single day. To everyone who has supported Nadine’s journey and our work, thank you.
Here’s to the next 10 years of fighting for patient rights and delivering justice where it matters most.