Medical negligence claims
Our team at Claim Time Solicitors is committed to helping you with your compensation claims if you have faced any kind of medical negligence in the UK.
- We offer a free consultation and claim assessment, so speak to our solicitors today
- No win no fee policy
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Have you ever experienced ill-health because of medical malpractice? If so, we are here to help you. As a leading law firm in the UK, we provide expertise in dealing with various medical negligence claims. Our personal injury lawyers will analyse your current circumstances in depth and will strive to secure the maximum compensation for you.
Data from the NHS Resolution report reveals that the ‘cost of harm,’ now referred to as the Clinical Negligence Scheme for Trusts (CNST) cost of claims arising from incidents, throughout 2022/2023, is estimated at £6.3 million
The cost of settled negligence claims in 2022/23 sits at a reported £2,690.9 million which has increased from the previous year’s data by £232.4 million (9.5%).
Also, since 2006/2007, the cost of medical negligence cases for the NHS has increased significantly. In 2007/2008, the total cost was £582 million overall.
In 2023/24 the NHS (National Health Services) received 13,784 new clinical negligence claims. Since 2020, the number of clinical negligence claims received has been gradually increasing, with the highest number so far coming in 2021/22.
What do you mean by medical negligence?
Medical negligence happens when healthcare practioners breach their duty of care towards their patient which may result in worsening of an existing condition or may cause an injury. This can occur through various means like incorrect diagnosis, inappropriate treatment or errors during a surgical procedure. This kind of negligence is on the rise.
How can one initiate medical negligence claims?
To file your claim, contact us promptly to get a free first consultation and a fair estimate of the compensation you are likely to receive. Get a ballpark figure for your injury compensation — no strings attached. Think you have a claim? Send us your info and we’ll review it for free. Contacting us early allows us to start the work immediately while the details are fresh in your mind, potentially securing interim compensation if the health-care professional admits fault early on. This interim compensation amount can assist with immediate medical expenses and will help you retain your standard of living.
Time constraints for filing claims?
Generally, you have three years from discovering negligent treatment to file a claim. There are few exceptions to time constraints for filing medical negligence claims:
- Generally, for minors, claims can be made until their 18th birthday, with the three-year rule applying thereafter.
- For people with mental disorders, there is no time limit.
Duration of medical negligence claims
The time for settling different cases may vary, depending upon the extent to which you have been affected and whether the healthcare professional takes responsibility or not. We aspire to settle your case as quickly as possible, though complex cases may take a few years.
Medical negligence claims- Know more
The answer to this question is yes. Most of our cases operate on a no win no fee basis, which simply means you only pay if your claim is successful. This helps you to avoid any financial risk while filing a claim and pursuing the case with utmost confidence. Our lawyers will discuss various payment choices and suggest the best course of action according to the circumstances. If you have LEI (legal expenses insurance) or coverage through a trade union policy, these might be the best options. LEI is predominantly included in household policies, so it’s better to determine whether you are already covered.
In case a No Win No Fee agreement sits well in your situation; our lawyers will explain the process in depth. You must only pay if your claim is successful. To know more, please visit our No Win No Fee page.
Our lawyers have immense experience in managing medical negligence claims. We collaborate with experts to assess your case in depth, striving to secure maximum compensation for you so that you can continue to live with the same quality of life you were living prior to the incident.
We have a dedicated team of professionals who are greatly devoted to helping you. Our goal is to assist you in getting access to specialised rehabilitation services to accelerate your healing journey. We acknowledge the struggle you are going through during this critical phase, both financially and mentally.
Contact us
To pursue your claim with confidence, get in touch with us and discuss your medical negligence claim in detail. Call us on 0800 970 2727 or reach out to us online. We respond to all your queries as early as possible
Remember, all it takes is a conversation to begin your journey towards justice.
Client Story
Our client, a 42-year-old accountant, suffered severe health problems for months. Despite visiting doctors frequently, he wasn’t getting any better. The doctor continuously misdiagnosed the patient which resulted in a late diagnosis.
Our client expressed his grief by saying “I didn’t feel right, but my concerns were not taken seriously. The cancer was far more advanced than it should have been when it was eventually found, I was completely devastated.”
Seeing my condition, my colleague suggested contacting Claim Time Solicitors. From the outset I felt heard. The lawyers explained the whole legal process with great clarity, acted promptly, gathered ample evidence, consulted professionals and kept me well informed throughout.
I genuinely felt supported. The reimbursement covered all my medical expenses and helped in my financial losses, allowing me to focus on my recovery without any financial distress.
Surprisingly the case was settled in 14 months due to their hard work and dedication towards my case. The compensation amount has helped me to access the best treatments available.
“Looking back at the most dreadful time of my life, I can proudly say that Claim Time made the complex legal procedures as smooth and stress free as possible. They helped me immensely in getting back to life. I can’t thank them enough.”Our client adds with a lot of pride.
FAQs
Our lawyers have years of experience in managing these types of claims, including:
- Claims for meningitis and misdiagnosis
- Claims for dental negligence
- Fatal claims
- Various surgery claims
- Claims for cancer
- Claims for accidents
- Emergency claims
Our team of solicitors is committed to working on any specific type of medical negligence claim, making sure you receive professional support. We put in a lot of effort to provide the best possible result for you, taking all your needs into consideration.
We acknowledge that filing personal injury claims can be quite overwhelming, so we are here to support you to the best of our abilities.
To know more about these claims, contact us today on 0800 970 2727.
After you contact our solicitors, we will arrange a meeting to discuss your claim and determine if it’s a valid claim. Also, we will provide insights into the best payment options for your situation, including a No Win No Fee agreement.
Our next step would be reaching out to the people responsible for your wrong treatment and asking them to accept liability for your ill health. If they take responsibility, we will aim to secure maximum compensation. Claim Time lawyers will collaborate with independent medical practioners to determine how much compensation you’ll need for your quick healing and maintain your standard of living. The healthcare professional will recognise the flaws in your treatment and analyse your future needs.
Our medical negligence solicitors’ endeavor to negotiate claims out of court to accelerate the process. However, if the party responsible does not take responsibility or disagrees with the compensation amount, our lawyers will initiate court proceedings. Even when trial dates are set, claims are often settled before reaching court. If your case does go to court, we will guide you at every step of the way, making it as stress free as possible.
Medical negligence generally takes place when a medical proactioner or institution fails to provide the standard of care expected from them, which can cause pain or suffering to the patient. In some cases, it can further detoriate the patient’s existing condition.
Some examples of medical negligence are as follows:
- Insufficient information regarding the dangers involved in your treatment.
- Not taking your consent prior performing a surgical procedure.
- Delaying a referral to a specialist.
- Delayed diagnosis regardless of early symptoms.
- Prescribing wrong medication
- Inadequate care during surgery
So, if you have been a victim of medical negligence, our medical negligence attorneys can facilitate you in filing a claim.
To know more about how we can assist you, please call us on 0800 970 2727.
Claim time solicitors have immense expertise and can facilitate you in filing your claim if you’ve endured any hurt due to the carelessness of specialist doctors, private hospitals, surgeons, dentists, mental health experts, nurses, or other medical staff.
Making a claim on behalf of others
- Juvenile: If your kid is under the age of 18 and has experienced some sort of medical negligence before turning 18, you can act as a ‘litigation friend’ to make a claim on their behalf. Generally, a litigation friend is a guardian or parent who must exhibit that they can act in the best interests of the child. Compensation awarded to the child is generally paid into a court-managed investment account, which they can access upon turning 18. In most cases for smaller amounts, the court may allow the parent or guardian to manage the funds in a bank account for their child.
- Individuals with mental disorders: If someone cannot file a claim on their own and needs assistance, you can help. A person is generally considered to be mentally ill if they lack the basic capacity to make sensible decisions regarding their finances, cannot weigh the pros and cons of their choices, or cannot clearly communicate their decisions.
- Fatal claims: If you have lost a loved one due to some type of medical negligence, you have every right to file a claim on their behalf. We can assist you to secure maximum compensation for their loss of life, cover all financial losses caused by their death, and handle funeral expenses. Our medical negligence lawyers also represent you at inquests, facilitate dependency claims to ensure inheritance not mentioned in the Will, and assist you in receiving apologies you deserve along with proper explanations.
To file a claim, contact us today on 0800 970 2727.
This compensation aims to reduce the challenges brought on by inappropriate care, helping you access the support necessary for maintaining your standard of living. Our aim is to ensure you receive utmost care customised according to your needs.
We assess several factors to determine the compensation amount:
- Expenditure: This includes expenses related to traveling for medical visits, buying adequate medical equipment, and essential living aids required.
- Financial losses: This takes into consideration the financial losses because of time off work and the future earnings which will be lost if you have long-term unemployment problems.
- Future treatments: Compensation amount may cover medical procedures’ costs needed due to initial negligence.
- Adaptations: You can allocate funds to make your car or house more conducive to independent living, if required
- Care costs: This includes expenses related to future upcoming rehabilitation services
Compensation also reflects the agony and anguish you suffered and takes into consideration the seriousness of your condition and your chances of recovering. Each case is different, so compensation amounts can differ greatly, even for similar injuries, based on different situations.
To know more, please reach out to us on 0800 970 2727.
Challenges faced by claimants
Our experts will assist you in overcoming the hurdles you face in claiming compensation. It can be a daunting task and demands a lot of endurance.
Some key challenges faced by claimants are:
Absence of adequate evidence.
Denial from the party responsible.
Complex medical procedures.
Mental and physical stress.
Time constraints.
Arduous legal process.
How can Claim Time assist you?
You could be dealing with multiple parties at once. There is a lot of guidance required in such difficult circumstances so that you can get what you truly deserve. Claim Time Solicitors specialises in medical negligence claims. Get in touch today and get a free consultation with us.
Offering professional help
Our expert team of lawyers assure that you are well informed at every stage of the process... . Our attorney’s handle all your paperwork, take care of all the deadlines and facilitate you throughout.
Thorough investigation
We conduct a 360-degree examination of the case and dive deep into the intricate details of the case.... Our lawyers try their best to understand the circumstances that lead to such a situation. Our goal is to hold the party responsible for their negligence.
Negotiation and settlement
Claim Time solicitors are fully prepared to negotiate in the settlement process... . They will ensure justice is fully served to you and you receive an amount which will cover all your loses.
Client-oriented approach
Our utmost priority is our client. Our medical negligence attorney’s work tirelessly to make your claim successful... . We are here to provide you with our support and guidance to secure for you maximum compensation.
