Medical Negligence Solicitors in Manchester and the North
Headed by leading clinical negligence partner, Jenny Urwin, the team has many years' experience supporting clients and recovering maximum damages in all types of medical negligence cases.
We serve Manchester and surrounding areas, including Lancashire, Cheshire, Merseyside, and North Wales.
We pride ourselves on our personal and sensitive approach and always put our clients first.
If you would like to discuss a possible claim, please contact a member of the Manchester Medical Negligence team. We are happy to give free initial advice over the phone.
Types of Medical Negligence Claims
Our medical negligence solicitors in Manchester are experienced in handling a wide range of medical negligence compensation claims.
Whether it's an accident and emergency claim, birth injury, cancer misdiagnosis, or any other type of medical negligence, our team is here to provide expert legal support and help you achieve the best possible outcome.
- Accident and Emergency Claims: Errors or delays in treatment provided in emergency departments.
- Amputee and Limb Loss Claims: Negligence leading to unnecessary amputation or limb loss.
- Birth Injury Claims: Injuries sustained by the mother or baby during childbirth due to negligent care, such as improper use of forceps or failure to perform a timely C-section.
- Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims: Failure to diagnose cancer correctly or delays in diagnosis, leading to a worsening of the patient's condition.
- Cerebral Palsy Claims: Injuries leading to cerebral palsy due to negligent care during pregnancy, birth, or shortly after birth.
- Delayed Diagnosis Claims: When a healthcare provider delays diagnosing a condition, resulting in harm to the patient.
- Delayed Treatment Claims: Delays in providing necessary treatment, leading to a deterioration of the patient's condition.
- Erb's Palsy Claims: Injuries to the baby's brachial plexus nerves during childbirth due to negligent care.
- Fatal Medical Accident Claims: Claims pursued on behalf of the dependents of a patient who has passed away due to medical negligence.
- GP Negligence Claims: Errors made by general practitioners, such as failing to refer a patient to a specialist or misinterpreting test results.
- Hospital Negligence Claims: Poor care provided in a hospital setting, including inadequate hygiene practices, medication errors, or failure to monitor patients properly.
- Medical Misdiagnosis Claims: Incorrect diagnosis of a medical condition, leading to inappropriate or delayed treatment.
- NHS Negligence Claims: Negligence occurring within the National Health Service.
- Nursing Negligence Claims: Poor nursing care, such as failing to prevent pressure ulcers or not providing adequate post-operative care.
- Obstetrics Negligence Claims: Negligent care provided during pregnancy and childbirth.
- Paediatrics Negligence: Negligent care provided to children.
- Private Healthcare Claims: Negligence that occurs in private healthcare settings, including clinics and private hospitals.
- Sepsis Claims: Failure to diagnose or treat sepsis promptly, leading to severe complications or death.
- Stroke Misdiagnosis Claims: Failure to diagnose or treat a stroke promptly, leading to severe complications.
- Surgery Negligence Claims: Mistakes made during surgery, such as operating on the wrong body part or leaving surgical instruments inside the patient.
How much will it cost me to make a claim?
At Fieldfisher, we understand that pursuing a medical negligence claim can be daunting, especially when it comes to the financial aspects. That's why we offer a no win, no fee agreement, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA).
This means you only pay towards your legal fees if your claim is successful. If your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t be required to pay any legal costs.
This type of agreement enables you to concentrate on your recovery while we manage the legal process. You can pursue your claim without financial risk becaus you only pay if your claim succeeds.
This arrangement often includes After the Event (ATE) insurance to cover any potential costs that may occur during the claim, such as court fees or expert witness fees.
Reasons to Choose our Medical Negligence Solicitor in Manchester
Choosing Fieldfisher for your medical negligence claim ensures that you are represented by highly experienced and knowledgeable solicitors. Our expertise in handling complex medical negligence cases means we can navigate the legal complexities smoothly and effectively, providing you with the best possible support. At Fieldfisher, we understand how clinical errors and malpractice can put significant strain on families, finances, careers, and home life.
Contact Us
For a free, no obligation call with one of our medical negligence experts in Manchester, please dial 0800 061 2100, email personalinjury@fieldfisher.com, or complete our online enquiry form.
The process for making a medical negligence claim involves several steps, including gathering evidence, obtaining medical records and working with expert witnesses to develop your case. We are here to support you every step of the way.
The process begins with an initial consultation to discuss the details of your case to determine whether you have a claim. Our expert medical negligence solicitors in Manchester considers factors such as breach of duty and causation, and relevant evidence to build a strong case.
We will instruct independent medical experts to report on your case, crucial in proving that your treatment or care was unreasonable and caused harm. Your claim is then valued to determine fair compensation for the damages you have suffered, including the impact on your health, finances and overall quality of life.
Most medical negligence claims are settled through negotiation before reaching trial, providing a quicker resolution and reducing lengthy court procedures. If a settlement cannot be reached, we will proceed to court, where our experienced solicitors will represent you.
Throughout the process, we aim to make the claim process as stress-free as possible to support your recovery. Whether you are dealing with the NHS or private healthcare providers, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Pursuing a medical negligence claim should not affect your ongoing medical treatment. Your healthcare provider is obligated to continue providing you with the necessary care and treatment, regardless of any legal action you take.
Legal aid, provided through the government’s Legal Aid Agency, is only available for certain medical negligence claims. For example, it is available where a child has suffered severe brain injury during pregnancy, birth, or soon afterwards. For other types of claims, you may need to explore alternative funding options, such as a no win, no fee agreement.
Claims for compensation can be brought against any healthcare provider who has a duty of care, including hospitals, doctors, dentists, and mental health professionals. If you have suffered due to poor medical care, you may be entitled to compensation.
You generally have three years from the date of the negligence or from when you first became aware of the negligence to make a claim. However, there are exceptions, such as for children or individuals who lack mental capacity.
Our award-winning team believes in putting clients first. We are dedicated to achieving the best results possible and pride ourselves on our sensitive approach. Any of our medical negligence claims experts below will be pleased to discuss your case and offer free advice over the phone.
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