Clinical Negligence
Clinical negligence refers to a situation where a healthcare provider, such as a doctor or nurse, fails to provide an appropriate standard of care to their patient, resulting in injury, illness, or even death. This can happen due to a number of reasons, such as:
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Misdiagnosis
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Prescription errors
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Surgical errors
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Failure to monitor a patient's condition
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Lack of informed consent.
Such instances can have a devastating impact on the patient and their family, and can leave them with physical, emotional, and financial burdens. In many cases, patients may be entitled to compensation for the harm caused to them due to medical negligence.
We recognise that the journey to justice can be both harrowing and costly, so we are here to support you and your family every step of the way. If you are unsure whether you may be entitled to compensation, please give us a call for a free no obligation quote on 020 3405 2860 or fill out our form.
How do I make a clinical negligence claim?
If you have been a victim of clinical negligence, you may be entitled to make a clinical negligence claim. This is a legal claim for compensation against a healthcare organisation or individual that was negligent in their duty of care towards you.
We can advise you on whether you have a strong case and guide you through the legal process. We offer unstinting support and outstanding service on a No Win No Fee basis, which means you don’t have to pay upfront legal fees, but will pay a percentage of your compensation if your claim is successful.
To win a clinical negligence claim, you must prove that the healthcare provider was negligent and that their actions or lack of action caused you harm or personal injury. Our specialist solicitors will be assertive and robust in their quest for justice for you or your loved one. Equally, you can be confident that we will be sensitive and compassionate in all our dealings with you.
Hospitals
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We regularly see medical and surgical errors, where either inpatient or outpatient treatment is involved, as well as in community care surroundings. We have represented many victims of medical negligence against General Practitioners, NHS Trusts and private doctors. We have handled numerous complex claims which mistakes have caused death or serious disability. These have resulted in high value, structured compensation settlements.
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GP's
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The GP is often the first point of contact to investigate an illness that a patient may be suffering from. It is important that an accurate diagnosis or a timely referral is made to prevent an infection or to ensure that disease doesn’t spread and is treated appropriately. When this doesn’t happen, the effect on a patient’s life might be catastrophic. We often receive cases where a GP has provided substandard care.
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Pharmacies
The use and administration of medication can be part of everyday life for some people. For others it may be used sporadically to treat a specific ailment. For the vast majority of us, however, we all receive pharmaceutical treatment at some point in our lives for a range of infections or illnesses.
In the past, the government engaged in a consultation process, whereupon trivial pharmaceutical errors need not be divulged to the patient (‘Rebalancing Medicines Legislation and Pharmacy Regulation’), which one of our lawyers spoke out against, on the basis that the patient has a right to know when a mistake has been made. We maintain this position, especially when the patient suffers as a result.
Opticians
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The loss or damage to a person’s vision is devastating and if the injury is permanent, the patient’s life will never be the same. We are especially skilled in this type of negligence. Some of the areas we investigate are:
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Globe Rupture
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Glaucoma
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Cancer
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Detached Retina
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Bacterial Infection
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Anterior Uveitis
​If you’ve endured pain and suffering by any of the above medical professionals then you could be entitled to compensation. All you need to do is ask us!
Our clinical negligence services
We provide top-notch services for clinical negligence cases. We understand the complexities surrounding clinical negligence and are well-equipped to handle such cases. We offer representation for personal injury claims caused by clinical negligence, including cerebral palsy and spinal injuries.
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Visit our London office today and see how our team can help you with clinical or medical negligence today.
Talk to one of our team
If you have suffered a personal injury and are considering seeking legal advice, it's important to speak to a solicitor who can guide you through the claims process. One of our team members will be more than happy to help you with your needs. Our team of solicitors is highly experienced in handling personal injury cases, which includes clinical negligence and injuries resulting from accidents at work or on the road by a healthcare professional. We pride ourselves on our service and have built our reputation on providing the best possible advice and support to our clients.
