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Medical Negligence and No Win No Fee Claims.

Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals usually provide high-quality treatment. However, mistakes can and do happen. You may be entitled to claim compensation if you or a loved one has suffered harm due to medical errors. This article explores Medical Negligence and No Win No Fee Claims and how to seek justice.

Understanding Medical Negligence

Medical negligence occurs when the care or treatment given by a medical professional falls below a reasonable standard, resulting in injury or a worsening of an existing condition. Common examples of medical negligence include:

  • Misdiagnosis

  • Surgical mistakes

  • Delayed diagnosis

  • Failure to obtain proper consent

  • Orthopaedic errors

  • Birthing injuries

  • Delayed referrals

To bring a claim, you must prove both breach of duty (negligence) and causation (that harm was caused as a result).

Who Can Make a Claim?

You can claim if you personally received negligent care. Parents or guardians can also bring claims on behalf of children. In tragic cases where medical negligence results in death, family members may be able to bring a claim to recover financial losses and seek justice for their loved one.

Proving Negligence

Our dedicated team in Fleetwood has over 30 years’ experience handling Medical Negligence. We’ll gather key evidence, including medical records, appointment dates, and independent expert reports, to build a strong case.

To help your case, it’s useful to provide:

  • Details of appointments

  • Receipts for treatment or expenses

  • Proof of lost income or time off work

  • Evidence of private healthcare costs

How Much Compensation Can I Claim?

Every case is unique. Compensation depends on the type of injury, financial loss, future care needs, emotional impact, and how your working life is affected.

Time Limits for Making a Claim

You usually have three years from the date of injury or diagnosis. Children can claim up to their 21st birthday. People with mental disabilities may have longer periods, depending on their capacity to manage their affairs.

Will It Affect My Ongoing Treatment?

Understandably, many people worry that making a claim will impact future medical care. In our experience, making a claim should not affect the treatment you receive now or later. If you do have concerns, we are here to support and advise you.

Start Your Claim Today

If you believe you or a loved one has been affected by negligent medical care, contact us our Clinical Negligence Team for a free, no-obligation consultation at our Fleetwood Office on 01253 778231. We’re here to guide you through what medical negligence is and No-Win, No-Fee Claims.