Our medical negligence solicitors are certified experts dealing exclusively in financial compensation claims resulting from errors by healthcare professionals. They are all members of the Solicitors Regulation Authority panel of clinical negligence experts, entry to which is determined exclusively by proven skill and expertise to which less than 1% of solicitors are admitted. Whist most procedures are carried out successfully there are a relatively small number that have a less than satisfactory outcome that may be the result of inadequate skill on the part of doctors, specialists, consultants, nurses or technicians resulting in legal action for damages being taken against hospitals, clinics and healthcare trusts.
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^^ back to the topWhether or not our lawyers can prove negligence on the part of a healthcare professional depends on a number of factors. In its simplest terms negligence involves a lack of skill, care and expertise however successful litigation demands that a healthcare professional’s conduct is judged in comparison to others in a similar position rather than on an absolute basis. Notwithstanding the fact that a healthcare professional chooses a course of action that is perhaps not the mainstream method of treating a particular problem, that person will not be held to have been negligent in the event of failure of the treatment provided that the alternative treatment method was supported by a substantial body of the medical profession and that it was a logical process. An unsuccessful clinical outcome does not necessarily indicate fault.
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^^ back to the topIn common with all claims for damages for personal injury the amount of the award depends on a number of factors including the extent of the injury, the time taken for recovery and the long term consequences in terms of any disabilities. In addition our medical negligence solicitors are able to recover all reasonably incurred losses including salary and wages and all other associated expenses. The amount awarded for pain and suffering is determined either by agreement or after assessment by a judge, who is entitled to rely on his own experience as a lawyer, awards made in previously decided cases and published government guidelines when making a decision on quantum.
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^^ back to the topBoth legal aid and the non win no fee scheme are available for suitable applicants to take legal action for compensation for personal injury. Legal aid is available for those on low income and in receipt of social benefits and almost all minors who are under the age of 18 years and still in full time education will qualify for legal aid as it is the child’s income rather than the parent’s income that is taken into consideration when the application is assessed. The no win no fee scheme may involve the claimant financing any expenses such as medical reports and clinical records whilst our medical negligence solicitors will carry out the legal work with no charges and at our risk rather than the client’s risk.
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^^ back to the topOur specialist medical negligence solicitors offer initial advice at no cost and with no financial risk, to all potential claimants. We will discuss your claim in detail either in person or over the phone and will give free advice without any further obligation. We do not place any time limits on you for this initial advice and will also advise on making an NHS complaint as a precursor to substantive legal action where appropriate. If you would like free advice with no further obligation just email our offices or complete the contact form or use the helpline
