Medical Negligence Claims:
When medical care falls below the acceptable standard and results in injury, illness, or death, you have the right to seek justice and compensation. We provide representation for a full range of Medical Negligence (or Clinical Negligence) claims, from straightforward errors to the most complex cases.
Our dedicated team handles claims arising from all types of substandard medical care, including:
- Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis: Failure or delay in identifying a serious illness or injury, leading to a poorer outcome.
- Surgical Errors: Mistakes made during any type of surgery, including general, cosmetic, or specialist procedures.
- Maternity and Birth Mismanagement: Negligence occurring during pregnancy, labour, or delivery, affecting mother or baby.
- Medication Errors: Mistakes in prescribing or administering drugs.
- Fatalities: Cases involving death as a result of medical negligence.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there a time limit to start a claim?
Yes. In Ireland, the time limit (Statute of Limitations) is generally two years and three years in Northern Ireland, England and Wales from the date of the negligence or the “date of knowledge.” The date of knowledge is when you first became aware that your injury was caused by negligence. If the injured person is a child the time limit does not start running for a child until their 18th birthday. This means they have until they are 20 years old to initiate a claim.
- Can I make a claim if a family member died?
Yes. You can pursue a Fatal Injury Claim on behalf of the deceased’s estate and eligible dependents. The time limit runs from the date of death or the date the family knew the death was caused by negligence.
- What is the first step I should take?
The first step is to contact us as a solicitor immediately. We will take a detailed statement, obtain all your medical records (GP, hospital, specialist), and begin the crucial investigation phase.
- How do you prove a case of negligence?
You must prove two things: 1) Breach of Duty: The care provided fell below the required standard. 2) Causation: The breach of duty directly caused or contributed to your injury/loss. This is established using expert medical reports.
- How long does the claim process take?
Medical negligence claims are complex and require extensive investigation. While simple cases may resolve quickly, the average timeframe for complex cases is typically 2 to 3 years from issuing proceedings to settlement or judgment.
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