We all rely on our GPs to provide us with front-line medical care to us. In most cases they will be the first port of call for any medical concerns that we have, also acting as the gateway for onward referral to appropriate specialists.
Thankfully most GPs provide excellent professional medical service but errors do happen. If you feel that you’ve suffered because of an error by a GP or a GP practice then we can help you.
The role of a GP
In order to achieve the correct diagnosis or assessment, to prescribe the appropriate medication, arrange appropriate tests or make a referral to an appropriate specialist it is vital that the GP :-
- takes the time to listen and fully consider everything that they are told,
- asks appropriate questions
- undertakes appropriate tests.
If this does not happen then we know that the impact on a patient can be devastating. Red flags can be missed, important symptoms can be dismissed and inappropriate treatment given. As a result conditions can go undetected and untreated leading to unavoidable pain and a deterioration in health.
If you feel that this has happened to you or anyone in your family then we are here to assist you. We will support you and advise as to whether there are grounds for a legal claim.
GP negligence compensation claims
Although compensation will not right the wrong caused to you it can make life more manageable by providing funding for:-
- rehabilitation costs
- travelling expenses
- lost earnings
- further surgery
- aids and appliances
- additional care
If you think that you have suffered as a result of GP error then you are entitled to know what went wrong and, if this was as a result of negligence, to receive financial compensation not only for your pain and suffering but also for your past and future losses and expenses.
How we can help
With many years’ experience, we’ll guide you through the whole process. We’ll get to know what matters to you and will:
- listen to your concerns
- consider the medical records
- assess whether treatment is likely to have been substandard
- instruct appropriate independent medical experts to provide their opinion as to the level of care provided to you.
We’ve successfully secured compensation for many clients so you can trust that we have the experience to get the best possible outcome for you.
Find out how we can help you
We're ready to help you make your medical negligence compensation claim today. Contact our specialist solicitors for a free initial chat about your situation and find out how you can get started. Use our online enquiry form or call our specialist team on 01392 937 278.