How To Claim Compensation for Medical Negligence
Claiming compensation for medical negligence can be a daunting prospect. Put yourself in the hands of reliable experts who will guide you through this complicated process to achieve the best outcome.
When to start a claim
If you are considering making a claim for compensation for negligent or substandard medical care, the first thing to be aware of is that there is a legal deadline associated with this process. Compensation claims need to be issued with a court within three years of the date of the alleged negligence. Although there are sometimes circumstances where this date can be extended, for example if the patient does not become aware that they have been the victim of negligence until a later date, it is best to seek the advice of a specialist solicitor at the earliest moment. This will enable them to investigate the quality of your medical care and advise whether or not you may have a claim for compensation.
The benefits of specialist advice
Pursuing a claim for medical negligence can be both lengthy and complicated. It is advisable to engage the services of a solicitor who specialises in this field of law. They will be able to offer you specific expertise which should give your claim the best chance of success. They will access your medical records and engage the best medical experts to assess the quality of your care and, where there appears to have been a breach of duty, to further assess the impact, if any, which the negligence has had on you.
A specialist solicitor will, of course, be familiar with the complexities of this process and will have the skills to negotiate the best settlement of your claim if, indeed, you have suffered due to negligent care.
Claiming compensation for financial losses
A successful compensation claim will not only take account of your pain and suffering due to the negligence but will also address the issue of financial losses. If, for example, you are no longer able to work or your earning capacity has been reduced because of the consequences of the negligence, this financial loss, both past and future, would be incorporated into the claim.
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Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a team of experienced solicitors and a history of successful claims.
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