Medical Negligence Claims
At some point in our lives, we’re going to have to put our lives in the hands of medical experts, and while most of the care that we receive is very good, there is always the risk that something could go wrong. Medical Negligence is the umbrella term that’s used to describe poor or incorrect treatment, and should you fall victim to this, you could be entitled to claim compensation for the pain and suffering caused, together with past and future claims for financial loss.
Medical Negligence Solicitors in Plymouth
Our specialist medical negligence solicitors at Nash & Co Solicitors are experienced in helping people successfully make claims. At all times, they provide a professional yet approachable and empathetic service, helping you through the minefield that compensation for medical negligence can be. The team offer a free initial consultation, so give them a call on 01752 827085 or fill in the contact form in order to get this booked in. We can then help you to better understand your position and the next steps that are open to you.
Medical Misdiagnosis
This is one of the most common types of compensation claim when it comes to medical negligence. Misdiagnosis can have serious implications for your health, including prolonging illness, causing an existing condition to worsen, or worse still, creating further injury or illness.
It can relate to conditions being incorrectly diagnosed, or even completely missed out by the medical experts that you’re under the care of. It can cover incorrect treatment or drugs being prescribed, and can also include the emotional distress and psychological effects of being given an incorrect diagnosis.
Sodium valproate compensation claims
Sodium Valproate Syndrome (also referred to as Fetal Valproate Syndrome) is a term that describes a range of physical or mental impairments in children, caused by the use of anti-epilepsy or anti-convulsant medications by mothers during pregnancy. In recent years, it’s been discovered that approximately 200,000 individuals in the UK are likely to have used these prescribed medications without proper warning.
Our Medical Negligence team have experience of handling these claims, and are on hand to answer any questions that you may have and to help you gain compensation.
Accident & Emergency (A&E) Negligence claims
As we’ve all seen on the news, Hospital Accident & Emergency departments (Emergency Departments) are under immense pressure, as the effect of chronic under funding and understaffing really bites. This is causing medical staff to work under extreme and unreasonable pressure and stress. This in turn can lead to patient care suffering and mistakes being made. As with A&E departments, the Ambulance service is under severe pressure, with significant delays in ambulances being dispatched and then huge delays in admitting their patients to hospital.
Because A&E departments deal with such a huge variety of injuries and medical conditions, there is scope for a wide range of claims for medical negligence.
Cancer misdiagnosis claims
A diagnosis of cancer can be devastating to the patient and to their family. The shock that comes with it is often difficult to come to terms with. But this shock can be made significantly worse if you find out that the condition could have been diagnosed and treated much sooner.
Sometimes, patients can be forced to wait months or even years before they get their cancer diagnosis. They may well have been able to present themselves for tests at a very early stage – a stage where more treatment options may have been available and where an outcome may have been very different.
Delayed cancer treatment claims
When cancer treatment is delayed, the consequences can be life-altering. At Nash & Co Solicitors, we specialise in supporting individuals and families affected by these delays. Our expertise in medical negligence claims means we understand the intricacies involved in proving fault and securing the compensation you deserve. Our goal is to navigate these complexities on your behalf, providing you with the support and guidance needed during this challenging time.
Delays in cancer treatment can occur at various stages, from diagnosis to the initiation of therapy. These delays can compromise the effectiveness of treatment, potentially leading to a worsened prognosis. Our team at Nash & Co Solicitors is dedicated to advocating for those impacted by such delays, ensuring that your voice is heard and your rights are protected.
Surgery claims
It can be a scary time when you’re told that you need surgery for a health issue that you may have. Even when this goes smoothly, it can be a stressful and traumatic experience to go through. Thankfully most of the time, there are no issues following surgery. But when things do go wrong, it can have a devastating effect on the patient’s life. Those undergoing operations can fall victim to surgical errors resulting from faulty equipment or from error on the part of the surgeon or anaesthetist.
Medical negligence during birth
Pregnancy and the birth of a child is an exciting and emotional time for families. However, because of the complications that can exist, it can also be a time of anxiety and concern. Mothers should be checked regularly by midwives and sometimes obstetricians, to ensure that both she and her baby are healthy and that things are progressing as they should. For the majority of people, things will pass without significant complications. But sometimes, things do happen, and when they do, it’s important that these are recognised and treated properly.
Occasionally, people and situations slip through the net, and where this happens, the risk is great that something bad can happen to the mother and the unborn child.
Death due to medical negligence
Coming to terms with losing a loved one is bad enough, but to find out that the relative received such poor care and that medical mistakes or negligence may have lead to their death makes the situation far worse. At a time like this, claiming compensation is probably the last thing on your mind. However, having to face medical bills, funeral costs and other financial concerns can make the situation significantly worse for all involved. This is especially the case where a spouse, partner or young family are left without the main breadwinner in the family.
Can I change to Nash & Co Solicitors?
If you or a loved one has had recent experience of medical negligence, but you’re not happy with the work being done, or you’ve been let down by your current solicitor, then we would be very happy to discuss switching your case to Nash & Co Solicitors. Please give us a call on 01752 827085 or fill in our contact form.
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