Medical Negligence Claims in London

If you’ve suffered harm due to substandard medical care in London, you may be entitled to make a medical negligence claim. Patient Claim Line helps patients across Greater London understand what went wrong, whether negligence occurred, and how to pursue compensation with confidence.

We support people who received treatment at London NHS hospitals, GP practices, specialist centres, and private clinics. You don’t need to live in London to make a claim; many of our clients were treated in the capital while commuting, working, studying, or referred for specialist care.

If you believe you have suffered medical negligence in any form in a hospital or trust in London, call us on 0330 107 0052 or fill in our claim form to get more information about how we can help you.

Medical Negligence Experts Supporting Patients Across London

Patient Claim Line specialises exclusively in medical negligence. London-based healthcare presents challenges, including busy emergency departments, large teaching hospitals, complex referral pathways, and shared care across multiple providers. Our experience in this environment allows us to handle even highly complex London medical negligence claims.

What is medical negligence?

Medical negligence occurs when a healthcare professional or provider delivers care that falls below accepted medical standards, resulting in avoidable harm. In London, this may arise in NHS hospitals, GP surgeries, private clinics, walk-in centres, or specialist treatment facilities.

Why Choose Patient Claim Line for Medical Negligence Claims in London?

Since 2014, we have supported thousands of patients across London and the UK, providing clear guidance, realistic expectations, and compassionate support throughout the medical negligence claims process. With over 100 experts and 400 years of combined legal expertise, we are confident that we will bring some of the best legal minds in the industry to your case.

Our service begins with free, confidential advice, allowing you to discuss what happened without pressure or obligation. Claims are assessed using independent medical experts, ensuring that decisions are based on clinical evidence rather than assumptions.

Our no win, no fee approach

All our London medical negligence claims are handled on a no win, no fee basis. This means there are no upfront costs, and if your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t pay for the work carried out on your behalf. We explain funding clearly from the outset, so there are no surprises.

Trusted nationwide expertise with London-focused insight

While we provide nationwide coverage, our team understands the specific pressures of London healthcare, including overcrowding, understaffing, delayed referrals, and cross-trust care. Many London cases involve multiple providers, and we are experienced in managing claims where responsibility may be shared.

What Counts as Medical Negligence in London?

Medical negligence claims in London follow the same legal framework as the rest of England, but the environment in which care is delivered often creates additional risk. High patient volumes, complex treatment pathways, and communication breakdowns can all contribute to avoidable harm.

GP, clinic and private healthcare negligence across London

Medical negligence is not limited to hospitals. We also handle claims involving GP practices, private clinics, diagnostic centres, and specialist consultants across London. These cases often involve delayed referrals, incorrect treatment decisions, or failures to act on test results.

Misdiagnosis, delayed treatment and surgical errors

Some of the most serious London medical negligence claims involve cancer misdiagnosis, delayed treatment for neurological conditions, maternity care failures, and avoidable surgical complications that result in long-term harm.

Types of Medical Negligence Claims We Handle in London

We assist clients across London with a broad range of medical negligence claims, including:

• Delayed or incorrect diagnoses 
• Surgical mistakes
• Pregnancy and birth injuries
• Cancer misdiagnosis 
• GP errors
• Hospital negligence 
• Dental negligence
• Care home claims
• Cosmetic claims

Each case is assessed individually, with careful attention given to the physical, emotional, and financial impact of the negligence.

London NHS Trusts and Healthcare Providers That We Can Help You Claim Against

We’re experienced in bringing claims against a number of London Trusts. Some of the NHS Trusts covered in London include:

• Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust
• Barts Health NHS Trust
• Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust
• Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
• Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
• Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
• East London NHS Foundation Trust
• Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
• Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
• Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
• Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Hounslow and Richmond Community Healthcare NHS Trust
• Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
• King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
• London Ambulance Service NHS Trust
• London North West Healthcare NHS Trust
• Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
• Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust
• Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
• Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
• South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
• South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
• South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust
• St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
• Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust
• The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

• The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
• The Whittington Hospital NHS Trust
• University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• West London Mental Health NHS Trust

How Much Compensation Could I Claim for Medical Negligence in London?

Compensation in London medical negligence claims reflects the severity of the injury and the impact on your life. This may include compensation for pain and suffering, loss of earnings, reduced future earning capacity, ongoing care and support, rehabilitation costs, and future medical treatment.

During your free consultation, we can provide an initial indication of the types of compensation that may be available based on your circumstances.

How to Start a Medical Negligence Claim in London

Starting your claim begins with a simple conversation. We’ll listen carefully to your experience, explain whether medical negligence may have occurred, and outline your options.

If your claim proceeds, we obtain medical records, arrange independent expert reviews, and manage the process on your behalf. Many London medical negligence claims are resolved without court proceedings, but we will support you fully if litigation becomes necessary.

Are You Eligible to Make a Medical Negligence Claim in London?

You may be eligible to make a claim if you received treatment in London, the care you received fell below acceptable standards, and you suffered avoidable harm as a result. Claims must also fall within legal time limits, which we can explain clearly during your consultation.

Even if you’re unsure whether negligence occurred, we encourage you to get in touch; speaking to us is always free and confidential.

Why London Patients Trust Patient Claim Line

London patients trust Patient Claim Line because of our exclusive focus on medical negligence, our use of independent medical experts, and our experience handling complex claims involving some of the busiest healthcare providers in the UK.

We combine professional expertise with a supportive, human approach, ensuring clients feel informed and supported from first contact to resolution.

Start Your London Medical Negligence Claim Today

If you believe you’ve been affected by medical negligence in London, Patient Claim Line is here to help. Contact us today for free, no-obligation advice and find out whether you may be entitled to compensation under a no win, no fee arrangement.

Make a medical negligence claim.