Care Home Claims
As care home solicitors we work with you to seek recompense for you or your loved one when inadequate care is provided in a residential or nursing home.
Evidence of care home neglect, injury and even abuse should be identified and the institutions held accountable to provide compensation and also to prevent future harm to other vulnerable people.
We help residents with pressure sore claims, negligence claims against social services and all other care home claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I claim for negligence which has occurred whilst in a care home?
The amount of compensation awarded in care home claims varies with each case, depending on the severity of the negligence involved and its impact on the resident’s quality of life. We recommend that you tell us about the circumstances which concern you and we will advise the likely compensation that can be claimed.
How long do I have to make a care home claim?
If you or a loved one has suffered from medical negligence whilst in a care home or under social services, you generally have up to three years to claim compensation. In the case of mental incapacity there are no time limits on making claim while that person is incapable of conducting the claim themselves. Due to the time involved in gathering evidence for a successful claim we recommend that you talk to us to start the legal process as soon as possible.
What are the most common examples of negligence in care homes?
As nursing home negligence lawyers, we see many aspects of care overlooked. Pressure sores often develop when a patient is wheelchair bound or bedridden if they are not moved frequently, particularly in the case of elderly residents. Malnutrition occurs when insufficient attention is paid to how well a patient is eating, while poor hygiene, trips and falls are seen all too frequently.
How to claim
If you think you or your loved one have received inadequate care, tell us about the circumstances and we can tell you whether or not you might be successful in making a claim for compensation. If we think that you are, we will gather together the evidence to support your case and present it professionally for legal judgement to help you get the financial recompense you deserve.
Call now on 01756 799977 for an informal chat.
No Win No Fee
Our ‘no win no fee’ arrangements mean that you don’t have to find money to cover your own legal expenses in advance. If you are not successful in your claim then we will not charge you for our time.