Community care is arranged for people who need to be cared for consistently. Often, community care takes place in the home of a patient, as it allows them to have as much independence as possible during their medical care.
If you believe that you have been injured or have become ill due to clinical negligence during community care, you could be eligible to claim compensation for your health costs.
Claims against Community Care
Clinical negligence isn't limited to the hospital or clinic. Those who receive home care from community care services are just as likely to experience clinical or medical negligence.
If you've experienced an injury or an illness due to negligence during community care, you may be able to file a clinical negligence claim.
Unfortunately, events of clinical negligence during community care often happens to elderly people or other individuals who are unable to take care of themselves.
Filing a claim for compensation for you or a loved one can help bring closure to a clinical negligence situation and also help cover medical costs.
There are community care standards that are meant to be followed to avoid clinical negligence. When those standards are violated, compensation can be awarded to those who have suffered in community care.
Help from Legal Advice Helpline
Contact Legal Advice Helpline on 0800 612 3042 for more help on filing a clinical negligence claim against a professional service provider operating in community care.
We can refer you to an expert solicitor that can help you receive compensation for your claim.