Guide to medical negligence claims

This guide is to help you if you are considering making a claim for medical negligence (also called clinical negligence). It is for you if you:

• believe a hospital or care service may have caused avoidable harm to you or your child that has led to disability
• believe you or your child may be entitled to compensation as a result
• want to know more about the process involved in making a claim
• want help with finding a suitable solicitor to assist you

Sections covered are:

• Why make a medical negligence claim?
• What's involved in a medical negligence claim?
• Choosing a clinical negligence solicitor
• A list of medical negligence solicitors
• How will your claim be funded?
• Providing evidence
• Compensation

Clinical negligence actions can be complex and lengthy but the right legal support and backing from a network of experts can really help.