How Do Compensation Claims for Cauda Equina Medical Negligence Work?
Speak to a specialist medical negligence solicitor if you are thinking of making a claim for compensation.
The devastation of cauda equina syndrome
Cauda equina syndrome can be absolutely devastating to a person’s quality of life. A formerly fit individual can find that their mobility is compromised, their bowel and bladder function is reduced or lost and their sexual function is undermined.
The impact on the way a person lives their life can be wide-ranging and highly distressing.
If this shocking situation has been caused or contributed to by negligent medical care, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation for the way in which the negligence has affected the patient’s outcome. An example of this may be where the patient is now struggling to work and suffering a loss of earnings.
Getting legal advice
It is essential to talk to a solicitor who specialises in this type of law. Medical negligence compensation claims are complex both in terms of understanding and assessing the medical and lifestyle impact on the patient as well as understanding the precise legal processes and deadlines associated with these claims.
An experienced medical negligence solicitor will be able to offer such expertise.
Your solicitor will also want to hear your account of what has occurred so that they can support you in developing a witness statement.
Investigating the records
Before a claim can be issued in court, the patient’s medical records need to be assessed for evidence of negligence. An experienced solicitor will have access to the best medical experts who will analyse the records and identify where negligence has affected the patient’s long-term outcome.
This process may require the patient to participate in an appointment or examination for the expert to assess their current and future condition.
Making a claim
As well as identifying the physical impact, a successful claim will make a comprehensive assessment of the patient’s pain and suffering and the financial losses which have been caused by the negligence.
A claim may include any loss of earnings where the patient’s capacity to work has been compromised.
It may also include the costs of care or specialist equipment or treatment necessary to enable the patient to manage their symptoms and difficulties.
Speak to a legal specialist
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with extensive expertise in these complex claims.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about what has occurred and the possibility of making a claim.
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