What is Medical Negligence? Medical negligence happens when the medical practitioner fails to provide the care which is expected in each case thus resulting in injury or death of the patient. There are a number of ways that medical negligence can happen, such as misdiagnosis, incorrect treatment or surgical mistakes. The first step to making a medical negligence claim is to contact us as soon as possible. We offer an initial consultation. Contacting us early allows us to start work on your case while the details are still fresh in your mind. To bring a successful negligence claim, we will need to: In the UK, a claimant is given 3 years to bring a claim forward so for e.g. 3 years from the date of the negligence or 3 years from the date of knowledge of negligence. This slightly differs in Republic of Ireland where the time limit is 2 years. There are certain times when claiming for medical negligence carries exceptions, including if the patient is under the age of eighteen, or lacks mental capacity. The duration of the claim depends on the Defendants attitude to liability and causation, the injury sustained, and the complexity of the complaint. Therefore, medical negligence claims work on a case by case basis. While we aim to settle medical negligence claims within a few months, more complicated cases can take a few years to settle. At P.A.Duffy & Co Solicitors, we have years of experience handling medical negligence cases and specialise in many aspects of medical negligence, ranging from birth injuries, to misdiagnosis. We’ll gather expert advice on your care needs, ensuring that your compensation helps you to access the support you need to enjoy the best quality of life possible whilst ensuring you get the answers you deserve.How Do You Make A Medical Negligence Claim?
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