If you have been the victim of medical negligence you may be entitled to claim compensation for the suffering you have experienced. Medical negligence may result in further injury, or worsen an existing condition. If you have been the victim of medical negligence it is important to be aware of your legal rights.
What is medical negligence?
A variety of errors could result in a medical negligence claim. Surgery or treatment could be performed incorrectly, resulting in increased injury and suffering. Similarly, test results could be misinterpreted or faulty hospital equipment could result in a misdiagnosis.
Misdiagnosis is a common reason for a medical negligence claim. Misdiagnosis can often lead to more intensive treatment than necessary or even treatment where none was required. In the worst case of medical negligence, a doctor may fail to diagnose the condition altogether, making treatment much harder later on.
If a hospital or medical organisation has fallen short of a suitable standard of care and their error has led to a degree of personal suffering then you should consider claiming for medical negligence.
How to claim compensation
Legal Advice Helpline can provide information on solicitors who will be able to take your medical negligence claim. Pursuing a claim can be difficult and if you are suffering from an illness, the legal process may be stressful to you and your family. We can put you in touch with solicitors who will be able to help you organise your claim and who can often take your medical negligence case on a no win, no fee basis.
Call Legal Advice Helpline on 0800 612 3042 or browse online for more information on cases of medical negligence or misdiagnosed illness.