Medical Negligence Claims in Glasgow

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Medical negligence claims in Glasgow can occur when a healthcare professional fails to meet the accepted standard of care and this result in injury, illness or worsening of a health condition.

Medical professionals are required to provide a certain standard of care, whether it’s a GP, nurse, hospital consultant or surgeon. Unfortunately, there are times when a substandard level of care is provided and this can lead to harm to the patient.

If you or a loved one suspect you may have suffered from medical negligence in Glasgow, you may want to find out more about whether your case is viable and how to start a claim. Whether your treatment was through NHS or a private healthcare provider, you may be eligible for compensation.

What is Medical Negligence?

Medical negligence occurs when a medical professional does not meet a certain standard of care, and that the patient suffers harm because of this failure, such as injury, illness, or worsening of a condition.

In Glasgow, there is a wide network of medical institutions with high standards of medical care. It’s important to know that not every bad outcome can be considered as medical negligence. Examples of medical negligence may include:

Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
Surgical errors
Incorrect prescriptions or medication errors
Birth injuries
Poor aftercare or follow-up treatment
Failure to obtain informed consent

Types of Medical Negligence Compensation Claim

There are many different types of clinical and medical negligence claims cases, including:

Do You Have a Valid Claim?

You may be able to file a claim if you can prove the following three elements:

Duty of care: The healthcare provider owed you a duty of care (this is almost always a given).
Breach of duty: They failed to meet the standard expected of a competent practitioner.
Causation: You suffered harm directly as a result of that failure.

A successful claim must show not only that something went wrong, but that the outcome would have been significantly better with proper care.

When To File A Medical Negligence Claim

In Scotland, the time limit for filing a medical negligence claim is three years from:

The date the negligence occurred, or
The date you became aware (or should have been aware) that you were harmed due to medical negligence.

This time limit is strictly enforced. However, exceptions may apply, such as for minors or those unable to make legal decisions due to mental capacity.

How To File A Medical Negligence Claim

It’s advisable to speak to a medical negligence solicitor as early as possible to establish whether your claim is valid. If so, you should gather evidence such as your medical records as well as any financial losses e.g. lost earnings and medical expenses.

We work with Scottish solicitors with a proven track record of medical negligence claims and hiring a solicitor in Glasgow gives you the advantage of:

Local knowledge of healthcare systems and providers
Easier access to in-person consultations
Experience with Scottish law, which differs from the rest of the UK

How Much Compensation Can You Claim?

The amount varies depending on:

The severity of your injury
Pain and suffering
Impact on your ability to work or live independently
Cost of future care or treatment
Psychological impact

A typical claim may range from a few thousand pounds to several hundred thousand pounds. As each case is unique, your solicitor will be able to give you an estimate regarding your claim.

Get In Touch

Clinical negligence claims can be complicated, so consulting with experienced lawyers in this field who can assess your case is your next step. To do this, contact First Personal Injury.

Our friendly team at First Personal Injury can guide you through the process to get the compensation you deserve. We work with experienced lawyers in Scotland who work on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis. Call us at 0333 358 2345 or contact us online for a free consultation.