Hospital Negligence
Hospital staff have a duty of care towards you, so if you suffer as a result of treatment received as a patient or outpatient then you may be eligible to make a hospital negligence claim.
Tell us about your hospital experience and we will help gather evidence to support your case and advise whether you are eligible to seek compensation.
Whether your experience occurred within the NHS system or a private healthcare provider, you may be assured to know that if you are awarded compensation, it is paid for by their liability insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common types of hospital negligence claims?
As hospital negligence solicitors we see many types of cases which warrant compensation including: infections picked up during time at hospital, such as MRSA; surgical errors; incorrect medication; misdiagnosis; anaesthetic complications; inadequate care and delay in diagnosis or treatment
Can I claim for a loved one?
Hospital negligence claims can be made if a loved one is too poorly to claim for themselves, or died as a result of the harm done to them by the hospital or clinic. If you have lost someone in this way we are able to represent you at the inquest and help you to hold the hospital accountable. A statutory bereavement award may also be available to you if you have lost a spouse or child in this way.
How much can I claim for hospital or clinical negligence?
The amount of compensation you could be eligible for in a hospital negligence claim will depend on how severe the damage you have suffered is and how it has affected your lifestyle. If it has affected your ability to work you will be entitled to compensation for lost earnings known as Special Damages on top of the General Damages we can claim for your pain and suffering. Financial support for medical treatment, equipment and rehabilitation is also covered.
How long do I have to make a hospital negligence claim?
Generally, a claim for clinical negligence compensation can be made up to three years after the hospital or clinic has treated you or the date on which you were aware of the problem. For children under 18 a claim can be made any time until they turn 21 years of age. There are no time limits on making a claim if a patient is unable to make the claim themselves due to mental incapacity, either resulting from the hospital negligence or pre-dating it, while they are incapable.
How to claim for an injury caused by hospital negligence
Tell us about your hospital experience 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.