Medical And Hospital Abuse Claims

If you or a family member has experienced abuse in a medical or hospital setting, then our solicitors could help you claim compensation.

We put a great deal of trust in medical staff, whether they're our local GP, hospital employees, or specialist doctors, relying on them for our care when we become ill. When this trust is abused, it can be incredibly traumatic, as well as seriously impacting your health and wellbeing.

Our abuse team contains specialist medical and hospital abuse lawyers who have significant experience of acting on behalf of vulnerable people who've been abused by doctors, health professionals, hospital employees or volunteers, and even other patients.

We approach all medical abuse claims with care, sensitivity and confidentiality, putting the needs of you and your family first at all times.

Contact us today on 0800 022 3503 for a free, no-obligation consultation on your case, or contact us online and we'll get back to you. One of our solicitors will go over your situation with you, and offer their advice on your options.

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To make a compensation claim, the first thing you need to do is get in touch with us for a free consultation. We'll discuss the circumstances of your abuse, advise you on whether or not we think you can claim, and work out whether you could benefit from legal aid or a No Win No Fee* arrangement.

If you decide to make a claim with us, we'll usually follow the same four stages:

Investigation. We'll take a full history from you, taking time to understand what happened and when. We’ll note any injuries or psychological trauma you've experienced as a result and we may refer you for a medical or psychological examination to investigate the full impact of your abuser's actions. We may also look into records kept by the police, courts, schools, Local Authorities, or medical institutions.

We'll also need to work out who the claim will be made against. It could be an individual, or an organisation either responsible for that person's actions, or for your safety. If it's an individual, our investigators will have to look into their financial assets to find out if they'll be able to pay any settlement we agree.
Rehabilitation. Abuse, whether physical, sexual or emotional, can have long-lasting impacts on both physical and mental health, and we'll help you to access any medical or psychological care and support you need, both now and in the future.
Compensation. We'll work out how much compensation you should get based on the severity of your injuries or trauma, your pain and suffering, any medical expenses you've had to pay, and whether your abuser has impacted your ability to find work.
Conclusion. If your opponent accepted blame, you'll be awarded compensation. If not, the case will be settled in court – although this is rare. If you do have to go to court, we'll be there support you every step of the way. If we agreed to handle your claim under a No Win No Fee* arrangement, then you won't have to pay anything if you were unsuccessful.

If you have any questions about the claims process, please contact us today on 0800 022 3503 for your free initial consultation.

I just felt that they were very competent and that I could trust them, which is very important in a case like this. It’s hard to explain – I have nothing but praise about how we were treated.”

Peter, London

Frequently Asked Questions

Who Can Make A Claim For Medical Or Hospital Abuse?

We have experience working on behalf of vulnerable patients who have been abused by health professionals, hospital staff and even other patients. If you've experienced abuse while seeking medical treatment, then you may be able to claim compensation.

Abuse is generally classed as a deliberate act of harm, including:

Physical abuse or assaults
Sexual abuse
Emotional abuse

If your child has experienced medical or hospital abuse, then you can make a claim on their behalf. You can also claim on behalf of a loved one if they are unable to make their own legal decisions due to lack of mental capacity.

You normally have three years to make an abuse claim, or by your 21st birthday if you were a child when the abuse happened. However, there is often a case for making a claim after this date.

If you're unsure whether or not you'll be able to make a claim, it's best to speak to an expert to find out exactly what your options are – call us today on 0800 022 3503 for a free consultation with one of our solicitors.

Who Can A Medical Or Hospital Abuse Claim Be Made Against?

A claim for compensation can be made against a perpetrator of abuse, or against an organisation that should have provided you with better protection from potential abusers – whether that's the abuser's employer, or an organisation such as social services that has failed to intervene.

We've helped our clients claim in a wide range of circumstances, following abuse from:

GPs and hospital doctors
Nurses
Gynaecologists
Consultants
Voluntary workers
Other patients
Hospital employees, such as cleaners or porters
Carers

As part of every claim, we'll investigate and advise on whether it's possible to make a claim against an abuser, an organisation they worked with, or an organisation that should have done more to protect you from abuse.

If you're unsure of who you would need to make a claim against, speak to one of our experts. As part of our investigation into your case, we'll determine the best party to seek compensation from.

Contact us today on 0800 022 3503 for a free, no-obligation consultation on your claim, and one of our solicitors will be happy to help, offering their expert advice on your options.

Why Choose Irwin Mitchell For A Medical Abuse Claim?

We understand that dealing with abuse alone is difficult, and that it helps to have the experts on your side to argue your case against large medical organisations, offer you support, and help you through a traumatic time. We have a dedicated team of criminal injury and abuse lawyers with the experience to bring complex medical abuse claims to a successful conclusion.

Our abuse lawyers are recognised as leaders in their fields, with the team including panel members with the Association of Child Abuse Lawyers (ACAL), as well as a Fellow of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL). Our work has seen us involved with a number of high profile cases centred on medical professionals and organisations, including:

A large group claim for 30 women who were sexually abused and assaulted by their GP over more than eight years, despite a number of formal complaints being made – find out more about their claim.
75,000 for a vulnerable young woman who was assaulted by her primary nurse after the nurse had pursued an inappropriately personal relationship, resulting in a serious deterioration in her mental health. The matter was reported to the police but they did not proceed, however we were able to help her make a successful claim – find out more about her claim.

If you have any concerns about making a claim against a medical practitioner or organisation, or any questions about how we can help, call us today on 0800 022 3503 for a free consultation with one of our solicitors. Alternatively, you can contact us online and we'll get back to you.

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