Medical Misdiagnosis Claims
A medical misdiagnosis can have life-changing health effects and cause distress for you and your loved ones. If you’ve been unfortunate enough to experience this then you could be eligible to make a claim.
You Deserve To Be Safe
Claims 24 are here to support you whatever the circumstances.
Most people relate misdiagnosis to being diagnosed with the wrong illness/ disease or being undiagnosed resulting in a delay of treatment.
However in reality there are two main forms of misdiagnosis:
- Undiagnosed illness – This could result in a delay of treatment causing unnecessary pain over a long period and be potentially fatal for someone. Being undiagnosed for a long time can also cause distress due to having multiple appointments with no success and feeling frustrated.
- False diagnosis – This could be a severe illness being labeled as less serious resulting in the wrong medication and treatment being given causing long-lasting effects on one’s life. This could also be a less severe illness being diagnosed as severe resulting in unnecessary medication and treatment being done. Not including all the emotional and mental damage, this could have caused to your life.
3 Easy Steps To Make Your Claim
Call us or fill out our form
The first step is simple. All you have to do is get in contact and a member of our team will discuss your accident/ injury with you. We will gather information regarding your claim and advise you on how best to proceed.
Complete Claim Requirements
Once we have all the details of your case, we will put together your claim and manage your case from the first day to the last. You can be assured that we will do everything in our power to get you the compensation you deserve.
Receive Compensation
Once your claim has been successful, we will send your compensation to you! If we don’t win, we won’t charge you a penny. You can be sure you’ll get every penny of your compensation as our fees are paid for by the party at fault!
We're Here To Help
If you’ve been the victim of a medical misdiagnosis, you might not know who to turn to. You may be confused, irritated and hesitant, trying to work out exactly who is at fault. At this difficult time, our expert solicitors will assist you each step of the way in receiving your maximum compensation.
Claims 24 is a highly experienced professional team of solicitors who have proven experience dealing with medical misdiagnosis claims and have an understanding and attentive approach to all cases. Claims 24 have maintained an excellent reputation and offer a transparent and honest service to put our clients’ interests first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to make a claim?
You typically have around 3 years to start your personal injury claim and the time is counted from the date of your accident. If the date of your accident is approaching limitation, we can apply for an extension in most cases to ensure you do not lose the right to claim.
There are exceptions to the three-year rule in some cases, so if you think you might have a claim we advise you to contact us as soon as possible so we can determine your chances for successful compensation.
If you are making a claim for an accident at work then there are 3 main exceptions to the three-year rule:
- Mental Capacity – if your loved one no longer has the mental capacity to make a claim themselves
- Working Abroad – if your accident happened while you were working abroad.
- Defective Work Equipment – if your injury was caused by equipment that had a manufacturing defect.
How much compensation could I receive?
The amount of compensation varies depending on the type of accident, the severity of the illness or injury, and the individual situation as each person can be affected differently.
As the amount varies case to case, our personal injury solicitors can assess your situation and provide you with a more accurate quote. For a quick estimate on how much you could be entitled to, why not visit our claims calculator?
What can I claim for?
Depending on your case you can claim for both general and special damages.
General damages are made up of the pain, suffering and loss of amenities due to the injury caused. This will be detailed in the medical report written by the medical expert following an independent examination.
Special damages:
- Travel Expenses
- Medical Care & Prescription Costs
- Rehabilitation
- Loss of Earnings
- Household Assistance & Adaptations
- Vehicle Damage
- Vehicle Hire, Storage & Recovery Charges
- Any other out-of-pocket expenses
Can I make a claim for someone else?
Yes. You can make a claim on behalf of a child under the age of 18 and/or if the claimant lacks the mental capacity. For all other claims, you are welcome to make an enquiry via our website or our contact centre for information which may assist your friend/relative who has been involved in an accident.
What will it cost me to make a claim?
Claims 24 work on a no-win – no-fee basis.
No win, No fee is a risk-free way of getting compensation for an injury or illness that wasn’t your fault.
It means there are no upfront costs, and there are no legal fees to be paid in the unlikely event that your claim is unsuccessful.
If you win your claim, we will make the following deductions:
• A success fee for winning
• Your solicitor’s fee
• The 3rd party normally cover all legal costs and expenses but if there is a shortfall, then this may also be deducted from your compensation.
We believe there should be no surprises when making a claim with us, so anything you need to know when making a decision will be made clear from the get-go. Come and talk to us for free for impartial advice.
How long will it take to settle my claim?
The average time from the moment you contact Claims 24 till the moment you receive a check from us is 6-8 months.
However, every situation is different and the timeframe depends on many factors – one of them is your collaboration with us.
By providing all the correct information and attending all of the medical appointments which we arrange for you, our solicitors will be able to build a strong case on your behalf resulting in a quick, efficient payout.
Therefore, we kindly ask you to help us, and we will help you – because together we can achieve more.
What is the process for making a claim?
1. Call us or fill out our form
The first step is simple. All you have to do is get in contact and a member of our team will discuss your accident/ injury with you. We will gather information regarding your claim and advise you on how best to proceed.
2. Complete Claim Requirements
Once we have all the details of your case, we will put together your claim and manage your case from the first day to the last. You can be assured that we will do everything in our power to get you the compensation you deserve.
3. Receive Compensation
Once your claim has been successful, we will send your compensation to you! If we don’t win, we won’t charge you a penny. You can be sure you’ll get every penny of your compensation as our fees are paid for by the party at fault!
For more information on how to claim and an in-depth process, visit our ‘How To Claim’ page.
When can I claim for medical misdiagnosis?
Medical misdiagnosis is a broad term used to cover various claims. Below you can find a list of the claims we commonly deal with:
• Breast cancer misdiagnosis
• Bowel cancer misdiagnosis
• Diabetes misdiagnosis
• Meningitis misdiagnosis
• IBS misdiagnosis
• Multiple sclerosis misdiagnosis
• Aspergers misdiagnosis
• ADHD misdiagnosis
• Epilepsy misdiagnosis
• Misdiagnosed ectopic pregnancy
• Misdiagnosed blighted ovum