A person may be able to claim compensation if they have suffered physical, psychological or financial harm as a result of negligent medical treatment.

Medical negligence occurs when a health professional or health service provider fails to meet their common law duty to provide ‘reasonable care’ to a patient. For example, there has been a failure to diagnose, or act upon, a medical condition, or an injury was caused during an operation.

Compensation paid for medical negligence may include:

  • general damages for pain and suffering
  • the cost of medical expenses and treatment arising from your injury
  • loss of earnings
  • in some cases, you may be able to receive compensation for past care and attention.

Clients of the Court who have received funds because of a medical negligence case will receive assistance from the staff at Funds in Court [FIC] in regards to:

  • modifying a house or car
  • receiving further medical treatment or attendant care
  • accessing legal advice.