Medical Negligence Claims Solicitors | Middlesbrough

Medical negligence claims & compensation in Teesside | Middlesbrough & Redcar

The last thing you expect when you have medical treatment is to suffer an injury, misdiagnosis or mistake. An injury caused by clinical or medical negligence can have a serious impact on both your life and the life of your family.

If you receive negligent medical treatment, you can make a claim for compensation, whether that is to compensate for your injury, to replace lost earnings, or provide care or additional medical treatment.

Our team of medical negligence solicitors will work towards getting you compensation for:

• Compensation for your pain, suffering and loss of amenity
• Private medical examinations, treatments and ongoing care as required
• Home carers, assistive technologies and home alterations required
• Any other special damages, such as loss of earnings, that are appropriate in the context of your case

What is medical negligence?

Medical negligence, also referred to as clinical negligence, encompasses not only medical professionals like doctors and nurses but also dentists, psychologists, physiotherapists, beauty therapists and others.

It occurs when a medical or healthcare professional fails to provide a patient with a reasonable standard of care, resulting in harm to the patient.

No win no fee medical negligence claims

Most people don’t want, or can’t afford, to pay directly themselves. That’s why at Askews, we can usually act for you on a ‘No Win No Fee’ basis.

The option of legal expenses insurance to cover a medical negligence claim in Teesside

We would also advise that you check whether you (your spouse or member of your family living at the same address) have Legal Expenses Insurance included with a Motor or Household Insurance Policy. If you/they have, then we can use this insurance cover to deal with your claim at no financial cost to you.

Remember, as the policy-holder you have the right to choose your own solicitor, not your insurance provider. We are happy to speak directly to your insurance company to sort this out for you.

The medical negligence claims process in Teesside | Middlesbrough & Redcar

Our process removes all the stress and worries from your claim, allowing you to focus on your recovery. We will keep you informed at every stage. While each case is unique, you can be confident that your solicitor will work towards achieving the best possible outcome for you as swiftly as possible.

Medical negligence litigation is a highly complex area of law and cases can take years to progress. However, with the right solicitor by your side, you can rest assured that justice is being pursued.

Why choose Askews to act in my medical negligence claim?

If the worst does happen, you’ll want to confide in a legal team you can trust and rely on to provide the support and advice you need at a very difficult time and that is where we can help.

Our highly skilled team of solicitors can assess your claim and advise on whether it is worth pursuing. In addition, they will provide with advice on what your claim may be worth and work with you on a No Win No Fee basis, removing any financial risk for you or your family.

The limitation period (time limit) on medical negligence claims

You have three years to initiate legal action for a medical negligence claim. This time limit typically starts from the date you learned of the negligence.

If you were injured through medical negligence as a child, the three-year time limit starts on your 18th birthday.

To learn more about the limitation period, read: How long do I have to make a medical negligence claim?

Arrange a no-commitment consultation with a Middlesbrough or Redcar-based medical negligence solicitor

If you have suffered due to the negligence of a healthcare professional, get in touch with us promptly. We will strive to achieve the best possible outcome for you.