Sepsis Compensation Claims
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If sepsis was missed, misdiagnosed or treated too late, and that made things worse for you or someone you love, you may be able to claim. Our sepsis claims solicitors will listen, explain your options gently, and never pressure you.
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Can you claim for sepsis negligence?
Sepsis is a serious reaction to infection that needs to be spotted and treated quickly. National guidance from NICE sets out how sepsis should be recognised and managed. You may be able to make a sepsis compensation claim if that care fell below the accepted standard, and that failure probably caused you or your loved one a worse outcome.
It is not enough that sepsis happened; the claim looks at whether earlier or better care would probably have made a difference. This can apply on the NHS or in private care. If you are not sure, our team can look into it for you, gently and without any obligation.
How sepsis negligence happens
A sepsis compensation claim can arise from any of these, where the care fell below the standard expected.
Symptoms not recognised
Warning signs of sepsis not spotted, or basic observations such as temperature, heart rate and blood pressure not carried out.
Misdiagnosed
Sepsis mistaken for flu, a chest infection, a urine infection or gastroenteritis, so the right treatment did not start.
Treatment delayed
Antibiotics or fluids started too late, or test results showing infection not acted on in good time.
Not escalated
A deteriorating patient not referred to emergency care, or family concerns about a change in condition not acted on.
Sent home too soon
Discharged despite warning signs, or after surgery or childbirth without proper monitoring for infection.
Infection from poor care
Sepsis following an untreated wound, a surgical error, or a hospital-acquired infection from poor hygiene.
Sepsis after an accident or injury
Sometimes sepsis develops from an infected wound after an accident that was not your fault. Where that is the case, there may be a claim connected to the original accident as well as any later failure in your medical care.
These situations can be complex, and you do not need to untangle them on your own. Tell us what happened and we will work out where any responsibility lies.
Sepsis is a leading cause of avoidable harm, which is exactly why recognising and treating it quickly matters so much.
Any figures we quote, such as those from the UK Sepsis Trust, are checked against their original source, so you are given accurate information rather than scare statistics.
What can sepsis compensation cover?
Every claim is different, so it is not possible to promise a figure. Sepsis compensation is usually made up of two parts: an amount for the harm and its effect on your life, and an amount for the financial impact.
The aim is to reflect what the negligence actually meant for you, based on independent medical evidence. Your solicitor will explain what your claim may be worth once that evidence is in.
- Pain, suffering and the effect on your daily life
- Lost earnings, now and in the future
- Treatment, rehabilitation, therapy and counselling
- Care, mobility aids and home adaptations if needed
For serious cases, an interim payment can sometimes be arranged before the claim ends, to help with treatment or lost income. Your solicitor will explain whether that is possible in your situation.
- The suffering your loved one experienced
- A fixed bereavement award set by law, where it applies
- Funeral costs and lost financial support
Claiming if a loved one died
from sepsis
If someone close to you died and negligent care contributed to it, the family may be able to bring a claim, through their estate and as dependants, such as a partner or children.
We know how hard this is, and there is no rush. We will handle everything sensitively and at a pace that feels right for you.
How sepsis compensation claims are proven
You do not need to gather medical evidence yourself. We arrange the records and the independent experts. Here is what a claim usually looks at.
Not sure if it was negligence? That is normal, and it is our job to find out. A first conversation is free, and there is no obligation to take things further.
No Win No Fee sepsis claims
Where a claim can be taken on this basis, you can start without paying anything upfront. If the claim is unsuccessful, you will not pay a fee for our work, subject to the terms of your agreement.
If the claim succeeds, an agreed success fee is deducted from the compensation. Your sepsis claims solicitors will explain this clearly, in plain English, before you commit to anything.
You will see the full terms in writing before your claim begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before starting your claim.
How do I know if my sepsis was caused by negligence?
It is often hard to tell, which is why we look into it for you. Negligence may apply if symptoms were dismissed, if you were sent home without proper checks, if antibiotics or fluids were delayed, or if test results were not acted on. We review your records and independent expert evidence to see whether the care fell short and whether that probably changed the outcome.
Can I make a claim if a loved one died from sepsis?
Yes. If negligent care contributed to the death, a claim can usually be brought by the estate and by dependants, such as a partner or children. It can include the suffering before death, a fixed bereavement award set by law where it applies, funeral costs and lost financial support. There is no rush, and we will handle it with care.
Can I claim against the NHS or a private hospital?
Both. A private hospital owes the same duty of care as the NHS. NHS claims are handled by NHS Resolution, and private claims are made against the provider’s insurer. A claim does not take money away from front-line care in the way people sometimes worry it does.
How long do I have to make a sepsis claim?
Usually three years, from the negligence or from when you first realised it had caused harm. There are important exceptions: for children the time limit runs until their 21st birthday; where a person lacks the mental capacity to claim there may be no time limit; and in fatal cases it is usually three years from the date of death or knowledge. If you are unsure, it is always worth asking us to check.
Will I have to go to court?
Usually not. Most clinical negligence claims are settled by negotiation once the evidence has been exchanged, without a court hearing. A court is generally only needed if the other side disputes responsibility or there is a real disagreement about the value. If it ever came to that, we would prepare and support you fully.
Talk to us, gently and in confidence
Tell us a little about what happened, and we will look into it and get back to you. There is no pressure and no obligation, and a first conversation is free.
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Whether you want to make a claim or simply understand what happened, our sepsis claims solicitors can help. A first conversation is free, confidential and without any obligation.
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