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Medical Negligence Claims
When medical treatment goes wrong, the consequences can be life-changing. If you or a loved one has suffered avoidable harm because a doctor or healthcare professional provided substandard care, you may be entitled to make a medical negligence claim and seek the compensation that helps you rebuild your life.
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Simple 6 Step Process
Step 1: Initial Enquiry
Contact us, free of charge. Chat to our team of experts who are fully trained to ask the right questions, so that our legal teams can quickly advise if you have a case.
Step 2: Case Acceptance
Our specialist medical negligence solicitors assess your case and get back to you quickly with a decision.
Step 3: Medical Records
If your case is accepted, our legal team will request all of your medical records.
Step 4: Medical Evidence
Medical evidence will be obtained to confirm that the treatment you received was negligent and that this treatment caused an injury or contributed to making an existing condition worse.
Step 5: Negotiation
Once supportive medical evidence has been obtained a claim will be submitted to the defendant and they will be invited to admit fault. We will then negotiate with the defendant to obtain a suitable award of compensation so that you can get back to a similar situation as you were in before the negligent treatment occurred.
Step 6: Compensation
It is often difficult for any amount of compensation to fully compensate for pain and suffering. Compensation can, however, allow you to live a life as normal as possible. You could be awarded financial aid for all out of pocket expenses, loss of earnings, and any potential private treatment costs to put things right. It also covers rehabilitation costs and compensation for your injuries and the impact they have had on your day-to-day life.
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We help people like you get the compensation they deserve
Supporting Sarah
My husband, Nick, went back and forth to the doctors for a long time and tried everything the doctor recommended. It took years from the onset of his illness to finally start cancer treatment. He used to be a man with a lot to live for, but in the end he was in so much pain that he withdrew from the family. He became angry that nobody had helped him sooner, and the legal team were able to give him the validation that he was desperately seeking. The NHS confirmed if they had done more, Nick would still be alive today.
Supporting Robert
After his symptoms were misdiagnosed, Robert suffered a stroke affecting the left side of his body. He was in hospital for five weeks and had to attend physiotherapy for six months as part of his recovery. Our team secured a substantial compensation, which took into consideration the physical and mental impact of Robert's misdiagnosis on him and his family. This enabled Robert's wife to give up work as well as buy a bungalow together, making it easier for Robert, with his mobility problems.
Supporting Vincent
At the age of 2 we noticed our son, Vincent, had trouble with his hearing. We had this tested over a number of years and were repeatedly told there was nothing wrong. Many tests later, we eventually uncovered that Vincent was profoundly deaf. After years of frustration we were finally able to provide Vincent with the help he needed. The support from our legal team has enabled Vincent to gain access to specialists, which have supported him in closing the gap in his speech development.
About Your Compensation
Patient Claim Line was established in 2014 and consists of a team of medical solicitors specialising in medical negligence and misdiagnosis claims.
At Patient Claim Line we have more than 100 solicitors with combined experience of over 400 years, and they will work on your behalf to achieve the best result possible for you.
It's not enough to use a solicitor who occasionally handles medical negligence cases. You need someone who knows this area thoroughly. That is what the solicitors here at Patient Claim Line do. They deal exclusively in this area of law and are experts in the field.
Medical Negligence Claims FAQ's
How Do I Know If I Have a Medical Negligence Case?
If you are unsure if you have suffered medical negligence, the easiest way to find out is through our 10 Second Claim Test. Our specialist team will assess your information and let you know if you are eligible to make a medical negligence claim. It can be difficult to understand your rights without the help of an expert, and often the medical team will not admit fault for the distress or injury caused. We will investigate the evidence on your behalf, and help you to assess if you have a medical negligence case.
How Do I Make a Medical Negligence Claim?
To make a medical negligence claim, simply take our 10 Second Claim Test. Once we have your information, our expert medical negligence team will assess your information and let you know if you have a case or not. We always let you know either way and we always explain our reasoning. All the paperwork and investigation is handled at our side, and once you have given us the important dates and facts relating to your case, the rest is taken care of by our team.
Can I Make a Medical Negligence Claim After 3 Years?
To make a medical negligence claim, it is important to seek legal advice within three years of the negligent treatment taking place, or within three years of first becoming aware of the negligent treatment.
In cases involving a minor (anyone under 18), the legal case must be pursued within three years from the date of their 18th birthday. In cases where the injured patient lacks mental capacity, either prior to or as a result of the negligence, there can be no time limit set.
This is important to ensure that key dates and appointments can be recalled in detail, and we are unable to investigate your claim following the expiry of this three year window.
What Types of Medical Negligence Can I Claim For?
There are many types of medical negligence that may warrant a claim, including:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
- Negligent cosmetic procedures
- Mistakes during dental
- Care home negligence
- Pressure sore claims
- Incorrect surgery
- Birth injuries
Medical negligence is a complex area of the law, so seeking advice from a specialist solicitor will help you to understand your rights before pursuing a claim.
How Long Does a Medical Negligence Claim Take?
Processing a medical negligence claim can take on average between 12-18 months for a straightforward case, but can take much longer for more complex cases. Your case handler will be in touch with you regularly to update you on the progress of your claim. It is important to pursue your claim within three years of the negligent treatment taking place.
How Do You Prove Medical Negligence?
Every medical negligence claim is different, but generally, proving medical negligence involves establishing that negligence took place. For example, demonstrating that an injury, illness or harm occurred due to a breach in duty of care by a healthcare provider.
Compensation is only possible if the error would not have occurred under the care of a reasonable provider. We will advise you on this when you first contact us and our medical negligence team will work with you to prove these elements when your case is taken on.
For more information on proving negligence, read through our handy guide: How Do You Prove Medical Negligence
Can I Claim On Behalf Of A Loved One?
Yes, if a loved one has been involved in a medical negligence case, you have the right to make a claim on their behalf. If the injured party is a child under 18, a parent or legal guardian can make a claim on their behalf. You may also bring a claim for an adult family member who no longer has the mental capacity to bring a claim themselves.
Can I Make A Medical Negligence Claim If I Was Treated Privately?
Yes, you can make a medical negligence claim if you were treated privately.
Private healthcare providers owe you the same duty of care as the NHS and patients treated in private healthcare facilities have the same rights to pursue compensation as those treated within the NHS.
