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.
We’re here to help and offer not just legal support but emotional support. Contact our team today to see how we can help you or a loved one.
Who can a medical or hospital claim be made against?
Our abuse team contains specialist medical and hospital abuse lawyers who’ve significant experience of acting on behalf of vulnerable people who've been abused by:
- Doctors
- Nurses
- Health professionals
- Hospital employees or volunteers
- Other patients.
If you or loved one has been abused in a hospital or another medical setting, we’re here to help.
Why choose Irwin Mitchell’s hospital abuse claim solicitors?
Our abuse solicitors are ranked amongst the best in the UK by leading independent legal guides, The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Their expertise will be used to get you or your loved one the best outcome for your claim.
We're actively involved in the development of abuse laws in the UK. We were the first UK law firm to help a family receive over £1 million in compensation for the abuse they experienced. We also helped an RAF cadet receive £1.2 million for abuse they experienced.
We’ve a track record of helping individuals claim against doctors who’ve abused them. One past example is our work with clients making claims against Dr Stan, who worked at the Royal Cornwall Hospital (also known as Treliske).
If your loved one was abused, and you’re worried about their welfare or ability to make their own decisions, our Court of Protection solicitors can help.
Alongside our expert legal team, you’ll be supported by our Support and Rehabilitation Coordinators. They’re trained clinical experts who’ll be there to help you identify support you or your loved one could benefit from. The support will always be local to you.
Our offices are located around the UK, which means there’ll be an abuse claims solicitor in your nearest office. However, we’ll always work in a way that’s best for you. Whether that’s arranging phone or video calls or meeting you at an appropriate location.
Legal aid may be available in some cases
Experienced medical abuse solicitors
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