Medical Negligence Claims - How Our Solicitors Can Help You

- What Kinds Of Medical Negligence Claims Do You Have Experience In?
- Our lawyers have years of experience making a variety of medical negligence cases, including:
  We have specialist teams devoted to specific types of medical negligence and we can support you with unrivalled expertise. We’ll always work hard to get the best outcome for you, making sure all your care needs are considered. We understand that making a claim can be stressful, so we’re here to guide you through the process, answering any questions you may have along the way.
  
  To find out more about making a medical negligence claim contact us today on 0800 121 6567.
- What Will Happen When I Make A Medical Negligence Claim?
- After you’ve contacted us, we’ll set up a free initial consultation to discuss your case and see if you have a claim. We’ll also talk about what the best way to pay for your claim is, including a No Win No Fee agreement*.
  
  We’ll then get in touch with those responsible for your negligent treatment at an early stage and ask them to accept blame for your injuries or illness. If they accept responsibility, we’ll try to secure interim compensation payments to help you pay for private medical care and other ongoing expenses before you receive your settlement. Any interim payments you get will be taken out of your final compensation award.
  
  Our solicitors will work with independent medical professionals to work out how much compensation you'll need to support your recovery and quality of life. These experts will see what mistakes were made in your treatment and what your future treatment needs will be.
  
  We’ll always try and negotiate claims out of court to keep your claim as short as we can. However, if your opponent doesn’t accept responsibility or doesn’t agree with the amount of compensation we feel you need, we’ll start court proceedings.
  
  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’ll be there to help you every step of the way, talking you through what will happen so you feel as comfortable as possible.
- How Long Do I Have To Make A Claim?
- You’ll normally have three years to make a claim, either from the date you received negligent care or from the time you found that negligent treatment was responsible for your injuries. However, there are some exceptions to this rule:
  - If you suffered negligent care before you turned 18, you can make a claim up until your 21st birthday. Claims for children under 18 must be handled by an adult. These cases are subject to different time limits as growth can impact on your child’s injuries which means working out how much compensation you need can take time.
  - If you need to claim on behalf of someone who doesn’t have mental capacity, the three year time limit doesn’t apply. This changes if the person who experienced negligence regains mental capacity, where they will then have three years from this date to make a claim.
  We urge you to contact us as soon as possible so that we can start looking at the evidence and building your case right away. If you have any concerns about the time limits for claiming compensation, we’ll be able to talk through your options in a free initial consultation.
- Can I Make A No Win No Fee Claim?
- Many of our cases are funded with a No Win No Fee agreement. This means there’s no financial risk* to you when making a compensation claim.
  
  At the start of your case we’ll talk about paying for your claim and advise you which way we think is best. If you have legal expenses insurance (LEI) or are covered by a trade union policy, these may be best for you. Legal expenses insurance is included in many household insurance policies, so it’s always worth checking whether you’re already covered.
  
  If we think you’re best supported by a No Win No Fee agreement, we’ll explain the process clearly. This involves setting up an insurance policy that will protect you, at no cost to you. You’ll only have to pay if your claim is successful and even then your opponent will pay most of our fees.
  
  Please visit our No Win No Fee page for more information on how it works.
- Meet Our Medical Negligence Specialists
- Our medical negligence lawyers are based in offices across the country so we'll never be too far away from you. The team is made up of experts in all areas of medical law with a proven track record of success in their specialism.
  
  We see your health as a priority and we'll focus on getting a compensation amount that can pay for care and support to help you make the best recovery possible. Rehabilitation can be vital when it comes to helping you get your life back on track, so our experts will work hard to deliver early access to the best support services and treatments.
  
  We have won the Claimant Solicitor of the Year prize at the Rehabilitation First Awards seven times. This award highlights how compensation can really change lives, allowing seriously injured individuals to live more independently.
  
  View our Medical Negligence team