Faulty ICD & Pacemaker Claims

Many of our cases are funded with a no win no fee agreement. This means there’s nothing for you to pay until you’re successful, at which point, your opponent will pay most of our fees.

If we think you will be best supported by a no win no fee agreement, we will explain the process clearly, including setting up any insurance policies.

Claiming compensation for an injury caused by a faulty pacemaker or ICD begins with a free consultation. We will discuss your case, whether you have a legal claim, and what funding options are available, including no win no fee agreements.

We will gather evidence about what caused your injuries using medical reports, witness statements, and independent medical experts, who will give evidence on how your injuries will affect your life now and in the future.

We will then take your claim to those we feel are responsible. If they accept they are at fault, we will work to get you interim payments that can be used to cover any expenses – these will be taken from your final settlement amount.

If they don’t accept fault or disagree with the compensation amount suggested, your claim might need to go to court. Even when trial dates have been set, claims are still often settled before reaching court. If your claim does need to go to court, we will be there to help you every step of the way.

You have three years to make a claim from the date of the incident, with the following exceptions:

• Children: The three-year rule begins when they turn 18.
• Person who lacks mental capacity: There are no time limits if you’re claiming on behalf of someone who lacks the mental capacity to do so themselves.

Defective product claims must also be made within 10 years of the date the product went into circulation. This 10-year time limit can’t be extended.

Every faulty defibrillator claim is unique, which means it’s difficult to estimate a figure straight away. Once we have discussed your case, we will be able to give you an estimation of how much you could claim.

When calculating compensation, we consider:

• Medical and travel expenses you have had to pay
• Your care and support needs, both now and in the future
• Whether you need modifications to your home
• Whether you need mobility aids or specialist equipment
• Current and future loss of earnings from being unable to return to work
• Your pain and suffering, and the nature of any ongoing problems you have.