Jan 31, 2017 | A&E, Cancer & Oncology, Clinical Negligence, Drug & Medication Errors, Medical Emergencies, Medical Negligence
What are your Nerves: Your nervous system is also responsible for nearly all actions of your body. The nervous system controls your pain and pleasure, your movement as well as all involuntary movements that go on behind the scenes. You have nerves all over your body....
Nov 21, 2016 | GP Claims, Medical Negligence
Although it seems unlikely that a General Practitioner make fewer mistakes than other doctors, they are overall less likely to get sued. This is likely because of the special ongoing relationship that many patients have with their GPs. Also, the vast majority of care...
Nov 21, 2016 | A&E, Cancer & Oncology, Clinical Negligence, GP Claims, Medical Emergencies, Medical Negligence, Misdiagnosis
Medical professionals do a fantastic job of helping people in their time of need, providing expert advice and treatment to prevent injury or illness and to help with their recovery. However, medical professionals, such as GPs and nurses, are not immune from making...
Nov 21, 2016 | Cancer & Oncology, Clinical Negligence, Medical Negligence, Misdiagnosis
At one time, a diagnosis of cancer was considered a death sentence, but nowadays many cancers can be treated successfully, particularly if they are discovered in the early stages of the disease. On the whole, the earlier the diagnosis is made, the greater the chance...
Nov 21, 2016 | A&E, Clinical Negligence, Conditions, Drug & Medication Errors, Medical Emergencies, Medical Negligence, Misdiagnosis
Accident and Emergency Negligence Given the often hectic nature of A&E wards, the potential for error can be high, especially with medical professionals attempting to see as many patients as possible. Common issues relating to A&E negligence include: Failure...
Nov 21, 2016 | A&E, Clinical Negligence, GP Claims, Medical Negligence, Misdiagnosis
Orthopaedic surgery or orthopaedics generally means anything to do with bones or connected tissues or more precisely, the musculoskeletal system, which is made up of: Bones Muscles Cartilage Ligaments Tendons Joints Soft tissue Nerves An orthopaedic claim relates to a...
