Medical Negligence Belfast

Medical Negligence Belfast

Are you in pain because of medical negligence? If you have received poor healthcare and you are suffering as a result, we can secure you the compensation you deserve.

You might have physical pain, a worsening of your condition or stress and anxiety. If your symptoms are because of medical negligence, we can represent you.

Our solicitors deal with medical negligence Belfast and beyond and have an outstanding track record in achieving the best possible payments for our clients.

We know that facing a legal claim may seem daunting, which is why we will do all the work for you. We will support you throughout, making sure you can talk to us whenever you need to. We will keep you updated as to the progress of your case and make sure everything is explained clearly and without jargon.

If you would like to speak to one of our solicitors for Belfast medical negligence, take up our offer of a free initial consultation. Simply call us on 028 9002 5511 or fill in our no-obligation Free Enquiry Form.

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Why Choose McGee Medical Negligence Solicitors Belfast?

• We have in-depth medical negligence experience. We understand how to put together the strongest possible case and secure the highest level of medical negligence compensation
• We are able to offer full costs protection, meaning you can bring your case with zero financial risk
• Our medical negligence solicitors are exceptionally friendly and approachable. You will find us to be sympathetic and understanding and we will always do all we can to help you at this difficult time
• We offer a free initial consultation so that you can get to know us, ask us any questions you may have and discuss the first steps in bringing a medical negligence claim
• We have a proven record of securing strong payments for our clients
• We have pages of testimonials from satisfied clients
• We guarantee that you will keep 100% of your compensation payment

Do I Have A Medical Negligence Claim?

If you are treated by a medical professional, such as a doctor, nurse, dentist or cosmetic surgeon, you can expect to receive care of a reasonable and professional standard.

If your treatment falls below this standard and you are harmed as a result, you are likely to have a valid medical negligence compensation claim.

You could have been harmed for a number of reasons, including:

• Errors in surgery
• Misdiagnosis
• Late diagnosis
• Infection that should not have happened
• GP negligence
• Nursing negligence
• Birth injuries
• Poor gynaecological care
• Errors in dental treatment
• Harm during cosmetic procedures

If your child has been affected by medical negligence, a claim can be brought on their behalf.

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What Do I Need To Prove For A Medical Negligence Claim?

If you ask us to represent you, we will put together evidence of the three points that need to be established for a medical negligence claim. These are:

• That you were owed a duty of care;
• That this duty of care was breached, ie. your care was below what it should have been; and
• You were harmed as a result of the breach of the duty of care

We can go through what happened at a free initial consultation and advise you on what sort of compensation you might be entitled to. If you go ahead with a claim, we will obtain your medical records and ask one of our medical experts to prepare a report on your injuries which will form the basis for your case.

Do I Have To Go To Court For Medical Negligence Compensation?

Once we have the details of what has happened, we will write to the insurer or legal representative for your healthcare provider and tell them that you intend to make a claim.

If they admit liability, we can use the medical report and details of your financial losses to start negotiating the amount of compensation you will receive.

We are very often able to deal with cases in this way without the need to go to court. If the other side does not admit liability or they do not offer enough by way of compensation, we will ask the court to decide your claim. You will be represented by an expert medical negligence advocate and we will make sure that you have the preparation and support you need throughout.

How Much Is Compensation For Medical Negligence?

The amount you will receive will depend on the level of harm that has been done to you as well as your related financial losses. You are entitled to receive two types of compensation:

• General damages; and
• Special damages

General damages is compensation for pain, suffering and loss of amenity. This includes a reduction in your quality of life and being unable to do things.

Special damages is to repay you for the financial losses you have incurred because of what has happened. This could include loss of earnings, future loss of earnings, the cost of any special equipment you need, prescription charges, the cost of travelling to medical appointments and any care or home help costs.

If you would like to ring us and speak to one of our medical negligence solicitors, we will be able to discuss with you the possible amount of compensation you could receive. Alternatively, you can use our medical negligence compensation calculator.

Funding A Medical Negligence Compensation Claim

We know that you may be concerned about the cost of bringing a medical negligence claim. We offer a range of options so that if you wish, you can make a claim without a financial risk to yourself.

We are able to arrange legal expenses insurance which will cover you in the event that you do not win your case. If you do win, then a modest premium is payable.

In some cases, legal aid may be available. We can advise you whether it is an option for you and, if it is, we will apply for this on your behalf.

Where your case is successful, you can usually expect the other side to pay your reasonable legal expenses.

If you would like to discuss the issue of costs, we would be happy to speak to you.

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Contact Our Solicitors For Belfast Medical Negligence

If you have been harmed because of poor medical treatment, we are ready to help you.

We will put together the strongest possible case on your behalf and we guarantee you will keep 100% of your compensation.

To take up our offer of a free initial consultation, call us on 028 9002 5511 or fill in our no-obligation Free Enquiry Form and one of our expert solicitors for Belfast medical negligence will be happy to help you.