Medical Negligence in Surgery and When to Make a Claim
Negligence in surgery can be life-changing for the patient and may justify a claim for compensation for the negative consequences on their quality of life.
When to make a claim for compensation
A patient should be legally entitled to make a claim for compensation if substandard medical care, whether in the GP surgery or in hospital, has caused them to suffer a worse long-term outcome than would have been the case with an appropriate level of care.
A successful claim would incorporate the patient's financial losses insofar as they have been caused by the negligent medical care. This could include a loss of income where the patient's capacity to work has been compromised or the costs of care or equipment or accommodation adaptations if their physical independence or integrity has been adversely affected.
It is important to bear in mind that a claim for compensation for medical negligence will require a thorough investigation into the quality of the patient's medical care and an assessment of its impact on the patient. This process can be time-consuming and claims are associated with a deadline of three years from the date of the alleged negligence so it is essential to seek specialist legal advice at the earliest possible moment.
Glynns Solicitors
Glynns is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a long-standing history of success in high-value claims.
If you or a loved one believe that you have been the victim of negligent surgical care, contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about your experience and the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
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