Medical Negligence Lawyers in Newcastle
TALK TO OUR MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE LAWYERS FIRST
If you have been injured whilst, in the care of a healthcare provider, you may be able to claim compensation. Make Bale Boshev Lawyers in Newcastle your first contact for medical negligence claims.
We have served clients from across Newcastle, the Central Coast and Hunter Valley since 1980. Our Newcastle legal team have the skills and knowledge to fight for the best possible resolution for you.
WHAT IS MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE?
Medical negligence is the term given to healthcare providers who have inflicted injuries on their patients due to malpractice. All healthcare professionals, including GPs, dentists, and specialists, owe a duty of care to their patients. This means they must provide adequate treatments that will help the patient recover or better their condition.
MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE MATTERS CAN TAKE MANY FORMS
- Misdiagnosis
- Surgical errors
- Prescribing defective medical products
- Anaesthesia errors
- Medication errors
- Failure to warn the patient about medication side effects
It’s always recommended that you enlist the help of a lawyer to review your case. At Bale Boshev Lawyers, our Newcastle Lawyers can provide you with a free initial case assessment and consultation, where one of our lawyers will review your incident and determine whether you have a medical negligence case.
What’s Involved In The Process Of A Medical Negligence Claim?
To prove medical negligence, you must be able to demonstrate that the treatment you received did not meet the standard of care and skill that a reasonable professional would have provided. It must also be shown that the injury would not have occurred if proper care was provided to you. Both conditions need to be satisfied in order to file a medical negligence claim. If there was negligence, but it didn’t result in any injuries, you won’t have any grounds for legal action.
Your Newcastle lawyer will meet with you to discuss the details of your case and record a statement about what happened. We will obtain your medical records and a report from an independent medical expert. If all the evidence gathered supports a strong case, we will consult with you and begin proceedings.
What Compensation Can I Get?
The damages you can receive as a result of your injury can be separated into four categories:
- Cost of treating the physical or psychological injury
- Ongoing medical costs
- Non-economic damages, including emotional distress
- Loss of earnings & superannuation if the incident leaves you unable to work
You must be able to prove that the effects of the injury were the reason behind any damages you are claiming. Medical negligence claims also need to be filed within three years of the incident taking place, so it’s highly recommended that you speak to a lawyer as soon as possible. If you are in the Newcastle area and need legal advice, Contact us today!
SUPERIOR SERVICE
At Bale Boshev Lawyers, our Legal team takes pride in their work and always strives to provide compassionate legal advice. If you want to find out more about your medical negligence case, we can organize a meeting for you with our lawyers, Ray Blissett and David Kolarovski, who specialize in medical negligence.
We can also help you claim compensation for workplace and public injuries. Call us today to speak to our friendly team.
FAQ
The injuries that you’ve incurred can be compensated through payments that will cover your medical bills, loss of income due to your injury, aids and equipment, pain and suffering and any future treatment costs.
You don’t need a lawyer for the claim, however having professional legal assistance can increase your chances of reaching a successful claim. Your lawyer will be able to assess your case and recommend the most suitable legal options for you. They are highly knowledgeable and skilled in negotiation so they can help you achieve the best possible outcome.
The length of your claim depends on the severity and extent of your injuries and whether the opposing party disputes your claim. A medical negligence lawyer can provide an educated estimate on the complexity of your case and provide you with more detailed information.
All doctors and medical staff in Australia are required to have professional indemnity insurance. This means their insurance company will pay you any damages you earn due to your injury.
Medical staff owe their patients a duty of care. A breach of this care due to negligence which has caused injury means the patient should be compensated. It can include situations such as malpractice, misdiagnosis, medication errors, failure to warn about side effects and more. Talk to your lawyer to see if your situation classifies as medical negligence.