Medical Negligence Claims - Slater & Gordon

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Preparation will involve engaging a barrister to represent you at court as well as arranging the attendance of any witnesses. Communication How we communicate with you is an important part of our service. Your lawyer will ensure that your claim is reviewed at key points throughout litigation process and keep you informed of any changes which may impact on your expected result. This may be either in person, writing, email, by telephone, or fax. How long will my claim take to finalise? Most cases take between two and three years depending on the injury. As almost all claims are settled ‘once and for all’ it is important that any settlement takes into account any future problems that your injury may cause you such as whether there will be any future medical costs. If your case is particularly complex then it may take longer to resolve. This will depend upon various factors, such as the strength of your case, court delays, problems in gathering evidence and the willingness of the other party to negotiate a settlement. Many Courts have established specialist lists involving the conduct of medical cases and court management rules apply to ensure the effective and efficient management of claims. In addition, the Courts often require the parties to participate in a dispute resolution process, known as Mediation, prior to trial in an endeavour to resolve claims without the cost and anxiety of a trial. 14 Medical Negligence Claims Third Edition • 2007
Privacy Slater & Gordon seeks to comply with the National Privacy Principles. We will be collecting your health records as part of the investigation and litigation process. Those records may be disclosed to other persons and organisations. They may also be served upon solicitors representing other parties and provided to a Court or Tribunal. Slater & Gordon will endeavour to ensure that your records will be stored securely, not kept any longer than necessary, and disposed of appropriately. When your matter concludes the records may be sent to an archive facility, for storage and eventual secure destruction. Other services Slater & Gordon have established dedicated practice groups in specialist areas of the law to ensure our clients have to expert knowledge and resources. • Asbestos disease claims • Motor vehicle and similar injury claims • Work injury and ComCare claims • Commercial litigation • Estate disputes • Class actions • Employment law • Family law • Military and Defence compensation claims Third Edition • 2007 Medical Negligence Claims 15
Page 1 and 2: Medical negligence claims Third Edi
Page 3 and 4: What is a medical negligence claim?
Page 5 and 6: What do I have to prove? Negligence
Page 7 and 8: If your medical bills are being pai
Page 9 and 10: Not all claims are viable - in some
Page 11 and 12: Steps to making a compensation clai
Page 13: Step two - investigation Initial in

Medical Negligence Claims - Slater & Gordon

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