Medical negligence occurs when a medical professional is in breach of the legal duty of care they owe to a patient. Medical negligence can happen in several ways including:
- Incorrect treatment administered
- Misdiagnoses or delayed diagnosis
- Surgical errors
- Substandard care
Unfortunately for some patients, the outcome of medical negligence can be life-changing as you may be unintentionally injured as a result of the negligence or your health may worsen due to negligence.
Where can Medical Negligence occur?
Healthcare professionals have a duty to care for you and treat you in a way which is of accepted medical standard. Medical professionals can include GP’s, doctors, nurses, dentists, midwives, hospital staff and all other healthcare professions. Unfortunately, errors can happen in any healthcare setting and at any time.
How Much Compensation Could I Be Entitled To?
Medical negligence cases can be complex and the value of compensation for medical negligence you may be entitled to very much depends on the circumstances of the case. This includes the extent of your injuries, the impact the negligence has had on you and your family and how it has affected daily life and ability to undertake and enjoy activities. The claim will also take into consideration expenses or losses incurred as a result of the negligence as well as future treatment costs and other associated expenses.
If you have suffered due to medical negligence, it is always best to avoid delay and seek legal advice as soon as possible. It is also important to keep any documentation that is relevant to your treatment and retain documents that show your financial losses such as invoices, wage slips or accounts. We also advise clients to keep a note of any difficulties that the injury causes as well as dates and information on discussions with your medical practitioner concerning the issues.
Seeking Legal Advice For Medical Negligence
We have secured compensation for victims of medical negligence and we are here to support you through this difficult time and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. Our compassionate team will guide you every step of the way. To speak to a member of our legal team about a medical negligence case, please contact us at 028 7963 2030 or email info@bernadettemulholland.com.