John Hunter Hospital Medical Negligence Compensation Solicitors
Whilst the John Hunter Hospital usually operates to an extremely high standard sometimes things do go wrong. Should you be a former patient of the John Hunter Hospital that has suffered personal injury due to inadequate treatment you may wish to submit a medical negligence compensation claim.
No Win No Fee
If you have a legitimate compensation claim, our medical negligence solicitors will present the claim on your behalf using the no win no fee scheme. To discuss the viability of your potential case with one of our specialist solicitors just email our office, use the helpline or sent the contact form. If you wish to speak with a lawyer of the same sex, please advise the solicitor as soon as possible. During this initial conversation you will have the opportunity to discuss both liability and the value of your claim and what steps you need to take to protect your right to claim compensation for medical negligence. There is absolutely no obligation if at the end of this conversation you feel you do not wish to proceed and there will be no legal fees incurred.
Negligent Treatment
The most important item to consider in a John Hunter Hospital personal injury compensation claim is whether or not the treatment was negligent. This is a matter that will be determined by a court of law. Medical negligence is determined by comparing the treatment offered by the healthcare professionals at the John Hunter Hospital with the standards administered by other healthcare professionals. Failure of treatment does not always imply negligence even though alternative treatment may have succeeded provided that the failed treatment was logical and was supported by a substantial body of other health care professionals.
Limitation & Time Limits
John Hunter Hospital medical negligence compensation claims are subject to time limits known as the ‘limitation period’. Failure to abide by the time limits may mean that the opportunity to claim compensation is lost forever. In general terms a medical negligence compensation claim must either be settled or legal proceedings must have been issued in a court of law within the limitation period. There are exceptions to the general rule for the mentally disabled and for minors. Legal issues are complex and it is essential that you receive advice from a solicitor at the first possible opportunity.
Specialist Solicitors - Free Legal Advice
Our highly skilled solicitors are available to advise you about a potential John Hunter Hospital medical negligence compensation claim. There are no fees incurred for our initial discussion and should you not win your compensation claim, there is no charge. If you have suffered from a personal injury and feel that you have a legitimate claim, please contact us by emailing our offices, sending the contact form or calling the helpline. Our advice is free and there is absolutely no further obligation.