Medical Negligence Solicitors Doncaster
When you visit a GP or go to a hospital, you have every right to expect high quality treatment and care. When things go wrong and you suffer clinical negligence, it's important to take action and seek legal advice. Negligence can lead to serious consequences ranging from trauma to permanent disability in the most severe cases, but taking legal action can ensure that lessons are learned and put you back into the position you would've been in if negligence had never occurred.
At Switalskis, our clinical negligence solicitors in Doncaster offer a range of services to support victims of negligence and their families. Clinical negligence can refer to a range of failings by medical staff, whether they prescribed the wrong medicine or missed a diagnosis and a condition got worse as a result, or they made mistakes during surgery that caused new injuries. With our expertise in this area of the law, we can discuss the negligence you experienced, offer advice on making a claim and deal with the process on your behalf.
To discuss your situation with our team and get the legal aid you need to move ahead with a claim, contact Switalskis today. You can reach our Doncaster office by calling 0800 138 0458 , or use the form on this page to send us your contact details.
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At Switalskis, our medical negligence solicitors in Doncaster are based opposite the Lakeside Shopping Outlet. Our Doncaster office is in the DB Cargo building, accessible by bus journey from Doncaster Station and by car via Junction 3 of the M18. We can also offer remote consultations for clients who cannot make the journey to our office.
If approaching by car from junction 3 of the M18, our office is approximately 1 mile along the dual carriageway, on the right. We are diagonally opposite the Lakeside Shopping Outlet. You can reach us by bus or taxi from Doncaster Station and Interchange, it is a 5 minute journey. We are located within the DB Cargo Building.
At Switalskis, our specialist medical negligence solicitors in Doncaster provide expert legal representation to clients throughout South Yorkshire and beyond. With decades of experience, we handle a wide range of medical negligence claims, including complex cases involving major local healthcare providers, such as:
We act on all types of medical negligence claims, regardless of where the care took place. If you can’t visit our Doncaster office, we can arrange to meet you at a location that’s more convenient. We can also handle your case remotely via phone, video calls and email.
Every medical negligence claim is different, and the process depends to some degree on the specifics of the patient and the injury they experienced. However, there are key milestones within the process that mean that many claims have a similar structure even when the details are different.
The first step is to speak to our clinical negligence solicitors for a free initial consultation. We'll discuss the treatment you received and assess whether we think there was negligence on the part of a healthcare provider, doctor, nurse or other medical staff member. If so, we'll advise you that you're entitled to compensation and can start your claim if you wish to move ahead.
We'll gather evidence to prove the nature and extent of your injuries, and show that they were caused by negligent medical care. Typically, Switalskis will contact an independent medical professional to review your medical records and assess whether the treatment you received met the required standards. Other types of evidence we'll use to provide further information include receipts for expenses, statements from witnesses and photos or videos demonstrating your condition or any symptoms.
Switalskis will send a letter of claim to the NHS Trust or private hospital that we believe was responsible for your injury or illness. The letter outlines the evidence we've collected and how much compensation you're seeking. The defendant may decide to respond immediately, or take a few months to investigate and make a decision.
If the client accepts liability, we'll begin to negotiate a fair compensation settlement. This is how most clinical negligence claims are resolved, and our team will always work to secure the maximum amount of compensation based on your circumstances.
If the other party denies their responsibility for the negligence you experienced, or won't agree to a fair compensation amount, we'll take the case to court. Switalskis will represent you during court proceedings and present your evidence to a judge to get a ruling on the compensation you're owed.
At the end of a successful compensation claim, you'll receive a lump sum compensation payment. In some cases, this may be followed by further payments, depending on the specific arrangements that have been made. You may also be able to receive some of your compensation early to address urgent financial needs, in the form of interim payments. If you claimed with Switalskis under a conditional fee agreement, you'll pay your legal fees as a percentage of your compensation at this stage.
Throughout the claims process, our team of medical negligence lawyers is by your side, explaining each stage, answering your questions, and providing the support and advice you need. At Switalskis, we believe that legal jargon should never be a barrier to justice, and we're committed to keeping you informed and confident every step of the way.
At Switalskis, we often make claims for clinical negligence injuries on a no win no fee basis - sometimes called a conditional fee agreement in legal terms. Under this structure, there's no financial risk to your claim because there are no legal fees to pay upfront, and you won't owe us a penny unless your claim is successful. Only if you receive compensation will you need to pay legal costs in the form of a success fee, which is a pre-agreed percentage of your overall compensation awarded.
Contact us today and let's start your journey towards recovery together. Call us today on 0800 1380 458, or get in touch via our form.
Making a medical negligence claim after an injury or illness can seem daunting, but it's important to act quickly to avoid missing the time limit. Switalskis makes everything as straightforward as possible, with a combination of professionalism and empathy that means we'll keep your claim moving forward while you focus on recovery. We promise:
A medical negligence claim can involve a lot of legal and medical jargon that may be difficult to understand, but our team works to make things straightforward. We'll break complex language into simpler terms to make sure you know what's happening with your claim and what each stage will involve
You're not just a client to us. Our clinical negligence solicitors know that the aftermath of negligence can involve medicine, rehabilitation, corrective surgery and further treatment, with an emotional and physical toll. Your solicitor will stand beside you to offer the support you need during this process.
Our team has a strong track record of success in helping clients in Doncaster and throughout the UK to secure compensation following incidents of medical negligence. We bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to every case, and can offer guidance on managing the process to secure the best possible outcome.
Making a medical negligence claim is about protecting your right to access the best possible health and medical care. We'll stand with you, make your voice heard and ensure that those responsible for the substandard treatment you were given are held to account under the law.
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If you've suffered harm as the result of an error by a doctor, nurse, midwife or any other medical professional, Switalskis is here to help. Our medical negligence solicitors in Doncaster have successfully dealt with NHS Trusts and private healthcare providers on behalf of clients throughout the region, and we can do the same for you.
Call the clinical negligence experts at Switalskis today on 0800 1380 458 or use the form on our site to get in touch.