Medical Negligence

Being a victim of Medical Negligence can be bewildering.  You have placed  your trust in a healthcare professional and been let down, sometimes very badly and with serious consequences.  Many victims seek a simple explanation, to understand what went wrong and why.  Most victims would appreciate an acknowledgement of negligence and appropriate apology from the professional or body concerned.  Sadly, this is not always forthcoming. 

What is Medical Negligence?

Where medical treatment has fallen below what is a reasonable standard of care for that area of medicine, and where the patient has suffered as a result, he or she may have a claim for Medical Negligence compensation. 

If you or a loved one has been a victim of Medical Negligence, you need to seek professional, expert advice as soon as possible because it takes time to assess your case and there are very strict time limits for bringing a claim. 

Medical Negligence Expertise

Medical Negligence is a highly specialised field of law.  Whoever you choose will need to be an experienced solicitor with the necessary expertise to clearly explain what the situation is, what your options are and to guide you through the process in a responsible and hands-on manner. 

Morrish Solicitors LLP has a department dedicated to acting for victims of Medical Negligence.  Our philosophy is simple.  We are committed to rehabilitation, to restoring your quality of life and to helping you source the best available support services to assist you and your family in both the short and long term. 

Some cases take many months to investigate.  Complex cases take many years to resolve.  Clearly, the circumstances of each case are unique.  We recognise that the details and nature of your situation will be distressing, which is why we take a sympathetic approach to handling your case and take care to make sure you stay informed of all progress and have a clear understanding of your options at each stage.  Our aim is to help you navigate a path to your best possible outcome.  Our experience in this specialist field enables us to regularly recover substantial awards for our clients. 

Our areas of expertise include:

• Birth injury, including cerebral palsy
• Brain injury
• Spinal injury
• Gynaecology and obstetrics 
• Inquests and fatal accidents
• Urology
• General surgery
• Orthopaedics
• Claims involving children
• Pressure sores
• Misdiagnosis and inappropriate drug prescription

Funding Options and Legal Aid

Because of their complexity, Medical Negligence cases can be expensive.  In resolutely pursuing your claim, we are able to offer a raft or funding options to give you access to justice, including Legal Aid for Medical Negligence cases (we hold the Medical Negligence franchise for Bradford for the Legal Services Commission). 

We are committed to our clients keeping 100% of their compensation, and can help you find financial advice to ensure your award does not disentitle you to any State benefits. 

We are not the biggest law firm.  But for every client and every case we handle, we make sure we are the best.  If you would like to know more about our Medical Negligence services, please contact Duncan Gardiner  or Jane McBennett on 01274 745328 or fill in our online form.