Unsure what to do or where to start? Make an enquiry with us and we will provide the advice you need to make progress with either your complaint or your possible claim:

Our specialist solicitors deal with medical negligence (sometimes known as "clinical negligence") involving the NHS or private treatment services and physicians.

The general standard of healthcare in the UK is considered to be very good. We may lag behind our European partners in some respects - usually relating to funding or administration.

But as far as medical expertise is concerned it might be reasonable to assume that you are in safe hands.  

Unfortunately that is not necessarily the case. Mistakes do occur.

If you or a relative have suffered as a result of what you believe to be a mistake whilst receiving medical help or advice we may be able to help.

We deal with negligence cases against GP's, nurses, doctors, consultants or any other medical professional in the UK.

•  KEY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:

  1) How do you start a claim for medical negligence?

  The first step is to speak to a firm of NO WIN NO FEE compensation lawyers who specialise in medical claims. We can help provide advice in many cases although  we must stress that we cannot deal with every complaint or possible claim.

  2) Do you need to complain before considering a claim?

  Ideally you should make a complaint about your situation to the treating practice, hospital or NHS Trust - as soon as possible. To find out more read our updated COMPLAINTS PAGE.

  Generally speaking the NHS Complaint Procedures stipulate that a complaint must be brought within 12 months of you / your family being aware there was or is a problem. It is possible to make a claim at the same time as lodging a formal NHS complaint - we may be able to help you with both.

  3) How do you pay your costs if you decide to pursue your case against a GP, NHS or other medical practitioner?  

  You may be entitled to Public Funding (formerly legal aid) - which means you can claim totally free of charge. You may be entitled to a "no win no fee claim" agreement if legal aid is not appropriate for you. You may have legal expense insurance (most household policies have this cover)   In certain cases you may wish to privately fund your action.

  Call our specialists for FREE INFORMAL ADVICE on the merits of your case. We will then discuss how any claim can go forward and which funding option would be available to you:

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