Delayed Diagnosis Solicitors

Compensation is usually paid by the NHS Trust’s insurer or the private healthcare provider’s insurance, not the individual clinician. Medical negligence claims are designed to help you recover losses, such as pain, suffering, future care costs, loss of earnings and ongoing treatment needs, without placing personal financial liability on the medical professional involved.

In most cases, you have three years from the date of negligence or the date you first realised your diagnosis was delayed and caused harm (known as the date of knowledge).

There are exceptions:

• Children can claim any time up to their 21st birthday.

• Individuals lacking mental capacity may not be subject to time limits.

It’s important to seek advice as early as possible so evidence can be gathered while events are clear.

Yes, and we approach these cases with the utmost sensitivity. If a family member has died because a condition was diagnosed too late, the estate and dependents can bring a claim. Our delayed diagnosis solicitors can help you claim for the pain your loved one suffered prior to passing, as well as a “dependency claim” to support the family financially (covering lost income and funeral expenses).

Compensation varies widely depending on the severity of harm caused by the delay. Claims may cover:

• Pain, suffering and loss of amenity

• Future medical treatment and rehabilitation

• Care needs and adaptations

• Loss of earnings

• Reduced life expectancy

• Psychological impact

Your solicitor will work with expert medical professionals to value your claim accurately.

Most delayed diagnosis claims are resolved through negotiation without going to court. If a hearing is required, we will represent your interests throughout and guide you through the process with clarity and support.

We proudly offer our clients a Conditional Fee Agreement, commonly known as a ‘No Win No Fee’ agreement, but we apply it with professional diligence to ensure the best outcome for all parties.

We offer this arrangement in the vast majority of personal injury cases. Each case is carefully assessed on its individual merits.

After reviewing the details of your claim, we’ll determine the likelihood of success. If we believe your case has a strong chance of winning, we’ll proceed on a No Win No Fee basis, giving you peace of mind as to protection from financial risk.

If a claim does not meet our threshold for success, we will advise you honestly, ensuring you only pursue cases with a realistic chance of compensation.