Medical Negligence Solicitors

The value of care and support provided by family members can sometimes be included in a medical negligence claim.

Medical negligence claims can take time, especially where injuries are serious, causation is disputed or expert evidence is needed.

Most medical negligence claims settle without trial, although court proceedings may be needed if liability or value is disputed.

An apology or complaint response may help, but it is not always the same as a legal admission of medical negligence.

In most cases, you usually have three years to start a medical negligence claim, although exceptions can apply.

Medical negligence compensation can cover pain, suffering, lost earnings, treatment, care, equipment, adaptations and future losses.

Medical negligence claims can be brought against NHS hospitals, GP practices and other NHS providers where negligent care caused avoidable harm.

A poor medical outcome does not automatically mean negligence. The care must have fallen below an acceptable standard and caused avoidable harm.