When we visit our local GP or hospital, we expect to receive a good standard of care. But unfortunately, this isn’t always the case.
If you’ve developed an illness or were injured due to a medical professional’s negligence, our Northampton-based solicitors could help you access compensation and support.
Our local legal experts are experienced in claims involving:
Hospital negligence
Hospitals have a duty of care towards patients. This means that if you were harmed as a result of substandard medical care, you could have a case for compensation.
This might apply if you developed an infection during your stay, were treated poorly throughout your pregnancy or childbirth, or suffered an injury during a surgical procedure. These are just a few examples, though.
Our medical solicitors in Northampton have handled numerous claims involving hospital negligence. They’ll build a case on your behalf and work to secure the outcome you deserve.
GP negligence
Your GP should do everything they can to help you access the treatment you need – whether this is by prescribing medicine or referring you to a specialist.
If your GP misdiagnosed you or failed to refer you to a specialist, and your condition has worsened as a result, you could have grounds to make a claim on a No Win No Fee basis.
A&E negligence
A&E departments are busy places and things can go wrong. But if you were treated negligently by medical staff and developed an illness or injury as a result, you could be entitled to compensation.
Our solicitors will speak to you about what happened and talk you through the claims process. So you’ll know exactly what to expect at every stage.
To learn more about how our medical lawyers in Northampton could help you, get in touch with our knowledgeable team.
Our No Win No Fee solicitors will take a success fee from the compensation you are awarded for a successful claim in the form of a percentage of your damages. This could be up to 25% but it won't be more than that, except in cases of road traffic accidents. Changing laws mean our solicitors will now take a payment of 35% of the final compensation amount plus VAT for all road traffic accident claims.
First4Lawyers are an award-winning claims management company with a track record of delivering service that our clients love.
Jacqueline Busby, Head of Legal Services at First4Lawyers, has encouraged people to get the justice they're entitled to:
“As a qualified solicitor, I’ve seen the immense impact that medical errors can have on individuals and their families.
“Claiming compensation for medical negligence could be a great help in your recovery. It can cover the cost of any further treatment, medications and any care you might need.
“But making a medical negligence claim isn’t just about seeking compensation. It’s also about holding healthcare providers accountable for their actions and trying to ensure that similar mistakes are not repeated.
“We know the prospect of making a claim can feel daunting, especially at such an emotionally difficult time. But we’re here to help you take the first step towards compensation and support.”
Medical negligence is when a medical professional makes an avoidable mistake, causing you harm in the form of an injury or illness.
Enquire NowIf you or your child have suffered any injuries during childbirth, or during gynaecological procedures, then you may be able to claim medical negligence.
Enquire NowHospital negligence can have a devastating impact. If you’ve been affected by medical mistakes while being treated in hospital, you could make a claim.
Enquire NowIf you have been given the wrong diagnosis, or a doctor failed to spot a condition, you could claim compensation.
Enquire NowYou may be able to claim against the NHS if you suffered an injury or became ill while in the care of an NHS surgery or hospital. We can help you.
Enquire NowSurgical negligence can have devastating consequences. If your condition has worsened because of a surgeon’s mistakes, you could have a claim.
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