In many personal injury claims, the usual time limit is three years from the date of the treatment or the date you first knew that the treatment may have caused injury.

Different rules can apply in some cases, including claims involving children or people who lack mental capacity to manage their own legal affairs.

Because time limits can be strict, it is sensible to seek advice as early as possible.

Early advice can also help preserve evidence, including photographs, treatment records, consent forms and clinic correspondence.