Medical/Clinical Negligence
Unsure about your medical negligence claim?
Can you sue the NHS for medical negligence?
If you are unsure whether your situation qualifies as a medical negligence claim, it’s important to consider the following factors:
- Duty of care
- Breach,
- Causation; and
- Damages.
All types of medical negligence require the above criteria to assess the potential for compensation.
You could claim for medical negligence if you’ve been injured by NHS Trusts, private hospitals, specialist doctors, cosmetic surgeons, dentists, mental health professionals, nurses, and other medical staff. According to the National Health Service Litigation Authority, the average NHS negligence pay out was estimated around £50,000.
Common Types of Medical Negligence
Clinical Negligence / Medical Negligence can be legally pursued when you have suffered injury or harm that should have been avoided. Common reasons for medical negligence claims are as follows:
- Misdiagnosis; this is one of the most common reasons for a medical negligence claim. A misdiagnosis may be considered as medical negligence if it causes your condition to worsen as a result of not receiving treatment or if you received damage as a result of unnecessary treatment.
- Delayed Diagnosis; if you suffer damage due to your doctor failing to diagnose your condition in a timely manner in accordance with clinical practice and guidelines, you may be eligible to claim for medical negligence.
- Failure to Treat; failing to provide you with treatment for your condition within a reasonable timeframe can be considered as medical negligence.
- Negligence; your doctor neglects your treatment, fails to investigate, fails to request specialist aid or refer to a specialist, sends you home early or simply fails to act within a reasonable timeframe.
- Surgery Negligence; you may be able to claim clinical negligence if you experience surgery malpractice such as unnecessary surgery, wrong patient or wrong site surgery, incorrect procedures, injury, damage or harm as a result of the surgery, foreign objects left in patients, anaesthesia malpractice and/or inadequate after-care.
- Birth Injuries; medical malpractice during birthing can lead to serious injuries. If you have suffered due to clinical negligence during birthing, it is vital to seek legal help.
- Dental Negligence; similar to doctors, dentists have to abide by an expected level of care. Dental damage caused by dental malpractice can be eligible for a medical negligence claim.
- Failure to Obtain Informed Consent; performing a procedure, surgery or administering a drug or treatment without explaining associated risks and without your informed consent may be considered medical negligence.
- Hospital-Acquired Infections; a hospital has a duty of care to prevent you from additional harm, injury and sickness while you stay. You may be eligible to claim clinical negligence if you have acquired an infection due to negligence during your stay at a hospital.
What can be claimed for after Medical Negligence?
- Physical pain and suffering;
- Temporary or permanent disability;
- Scarring or disfigurement;
- Loss of function;
- Death;
- Emotional distress;
- Depression and/or Anxiety;
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD);
- Financial hardship;
- Medical bills;
- Lost wages;
- Cost of rehabilitation;
- Loss of earning capacity.
Our Approach
We take a client-focused, strategic approach to every matter we handle. By taking the time to understand your goals, anticipating potential challenges, and providing clear, practical advice.
Our Priority
We prioritise your needs and concerns, acting as advocates to ensure your voice is heard. Our team comprises legal professionals with extensive experience.
Your Rights
We navigate the legal complexities to protect your rights and secure the necessary remedies. Our dedicated team of experts ensures that you receive fair treatment, proper compensation, and the justice you deserve.
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How it works
In our case, we utilised an efficient resolution approach tailored to the client's specific needs and objectives. Through meticulous analysis, strategic planning, and effective execution, we guided the client towards successful outcomes while minimising disruptions.
Free Initial Consultation
Start with a free consultation to discuss your concerns. Our experts will assess your situation and provide guidance on the next steps.
Legal Advice and Representation
Receive comprehensive legal advice on your rights and let us represent you in your claim.
Evidence
Our team collaborates with qualified professionals and experts to conduct thorough evidence, documenting the issues and gathering evidence for your claim.
Negotiations
To aim for the best possible outcome, we confer with opposing parties, to narrow and seek resolution upon all outstanding issues. Veritas protects the interests of clients at every stage and through the life of the claim.
Remedy
Veritas aim to achieve fair and reasonable compensation ort resolution, factoring in our clients exposure to experienced harm or inconvenience.
Goal & Success
Why Choose Us?
Veritas are highly experienced in handling Medical Negligence claims, with a team of solicitors who have over 20 years of expertise in patient rights and clinical negligence law. Having adopted a client-centric approach, your health and well-being come first, by tailoring our services to meet your unique needs and concerns. Throughout the process, we ensure clear and consistent communication, keeping you fully informed about the progress of your claim and any next steps.
In order to make access to justice easier, we largely are able to run a claim on a No Win No Fee basis.