Claims for clinical negligence require evidence to prove its validity. A person who intends to file a claim needs to submit the needed information to the medical negligence solicitors.

Medical negligence solicitors need important information in assessing the situation such as the date of the accident or the “date of knowledge” wherein the symptoms of injury or illness becomes apparent and the date admitted to the emergency or hospital including the name and address of the hospital. In addition to this, the contact details of the doctors who attended during the treatment should be submitted. This includes the complete name, business address and phone numbers of the doctor. The names, addresses and phone numbers of the witnesses are also included.

Apart from this, there are pertinent documents that should be submitted by the injured person to the lawyers. The medical statement from the doctor who attended during the consultation and treatment is vital evidence that can be presented in court. A written statement from the witnesses can help in the investigation and will serve as a proof. Other documents include medical bills, receipts of items bought because of the injuries and other expenses incurred due to the injury or illness. These documents can be used as evidence in bringing a claim.

Info about the Claims Process

Medical negligence solicitors are responsible in the claims process. 

The appointed lawyer will assess the information and documents submitted by the client. A discussion about the litigation process will be clearly explained. The lawyer will conduct investigation and gather evidence. He will prepare the correspondence to the concerned parties. 

A letter of claim will be sent to the offending party. It contains the summary of the incident including the nature of the injury or illness and the financial loss incurred by the client. The claimant’s complete name, full address and details of the incident and injury suffered by the victim are also indicated in the correspondence.

Another correspondence is the letter of instruction to the medical expert. It contains the information about the claimant and the request for medical examination. Specific details should be indicated like the type of injuries, treatment, current condition, prognosis, duration of pain, effect of the injuries or illness on one’s daily activities and the recovery period of the victim. The medical report is considered as strong evidence in seeking for compensation. A lawyer’s ability to provide valuable advice can help in achieving the right compensation. It is essential to ask for an expert legal advice to attain the main goal. 

Emmanuel Diaz
5/12/2013 07:29:12 pm

Victims of medical negligence can make a claim against a doctor or private hospital. They can seek help to a medical negligence solicitors from their area for more details.

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Hanna Rodriguez
5/13/2013 07:36:03 pm

Medical claims are given to the injured individual due to medical malpractice. Personal injury lawyer can assist you on your entire question regarding your claims.

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Jester Potter
5/14/2013 11:28:42 am

Awesome post. Very Informative.

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Sarah Mulla
5/15/2013 12:10:57 pm

If a health care provider mistreated or misdiagnose you, then that will be a ground for medical negligence. Talk to a negligence lawyer for more information.

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