Clinical Negligence
Unfortunately, we know that sometimes doctors, dentists and nurses make mistakes when they are treating patients. You may be entitled to compensation if you have been a victim of an accident involving a medical professional.
Clinical negligence cases are complex and they require detailed investigation. PotterRees acts on behalf of clients injured because of the negligence of treating medical professionals. We have cases involving negligent treatment within the National Health Service, (NHS) and negligent treatment provided at private hospitals.
PotterRees lawyers have secured substantial awards of compensation arising out of a range of acts of clinical negligence:-
- Medical mismanagement at birth
- Negligence cases resulting in spinal cord injury
- Negligence cases resulting in brain injury
- Negligent surgical orthopaedic cases
- Failure to diagnose cases
- Negligent surgical maxillo-facial cases
- Clients developing pressure sores
We pride ourselves in providing high quality and clear legal advice from lawyers who are committed to protecting the rights of injured people and who will work with you to achieve the best result possible.
We know that a clinical negligence claim may well be the first time a person has had to deal with a solicitor. We understand that it can be a worrying time and we recognise the stresses and strains that a claim can cause, especially if you are trying to recover from an injury at the same time. At PotterRees we will work closely with you to make your clinical negligence claim as simple and as easy to understand as possible.
In addition to securing financial compensation, we will always try to obtain for you an apology from the negligent health provider involved. We understand that an assurance that the same mistake will not happen again is often important.
We know that not every clinical negligence claim is the same. From our initial interview, our dedicated and experienced clinical negligence solicitors will evaluate your claim and provide you with comprehensive legal advice. We will spend time getting to know you and your circumstances so that we can work with you to meet your needs.
Public funding, (previously Legal Aid) is available for clinical negligence claims. We will discuss your entitlement, asses your income and advise whether or not you are eligible. If you do not qualify for public funding, PotterRees will discuss other options such as a ‘No Win / No Fee’ Agreement or legal expenses cover.
At the conclusion of your clinical negligence claim we will help you get proper financial advice so you can protect your compensation award for the years to come.
For advice about Clinical Negligence claims telephone Helen Dolan on 0800 027 2557 or e-mail her at helendolan@potterrees.co.uk
