How Do Medical Negligence Compensation Claims Work?
If you think that either you or a loved one have been the victim of negligent medical care, you may be wondering what you can do about it and how to move forward.
When can I make a claim?
A patient is legally entitled to claim compensation if their medical professionals provide negligent care which causes the patient to suffer a worse outcome than would have been the case with an acceptable level of care.
Examples of negligence can cover a very wide range of medical actions and procedures from diagnosis and the prescription of medication to risk assessments, surgery and matters of consent.
Remember that claims for negligence have to be issued with a court within three years of the date of the alleged negligence so it is important to contact a specialist solicitor at the earliest possible moment.
What can I claim for?
As well as compensating for your general pain and suffering, a successful compensation claim will address the consequences of the negligence.
This will vary according to the nature of the negligence and the problems which it has caused.
If the negligence has caused you significant problems, it may well be that your claim will incorporate a loss of income, both past and future, as well as additional costs which you are experiencing. For example, if you are now limited in the tasks which you are able to carry out due to the severity of your symptoms, you may be able to claim for the costs of personal care or assistance in the home. If you are struggling with disability which requires you to have alterations carried out to your home, such costs may be included in a claim.
How do I start a claim?
In order to commence a claim, the best step is to speak to a specialist solicitor. They will be able to obtain your medical records and investigate the quality of your care.
If you are found to have been the victim of negligence, they will assess the ways in which you have been affected and the financial losses which you have suffered.
Your solicitor will negotiate with the Defendant on your behalf, ensuring the best settlement. If it should prove necessary, they will liaise with the court to arrange trial.
Speak to a specialist
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a wealth of expertise and experience. Contact us to speak with a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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