What are some examples of negligent treatment?
There are a number of situations that can result in a medical negligence claims against paramedics, chiropractors and physiotherapists. Some examples include:
- Providing treatment that the practitioner was not qualified to provide.
- Providing inappropriate treatment for your injuries or symptoms or failing to follow accepted protocols and guidelines.
- Failure to advise you that your condition or symptoms should be treated by a specialist, resulting in deterioration of your condition or additional injury.
- Failure to have regard to your lack of improvement with treatment, or any deterioration in your condition.
How we can help?
We have extensive experience and we specialise in bringing claims against paramedics, physiotherapists and chiropractors.
If you believe you’ve received treatment that was negligent, you can speak to one of our specialist medical negligence lawyers and get advice about what to do. It costs nothing to call and find out where you stand legally.
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What's the claim process?
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What will it cost me?
There are no upfront costs. We’ll provide free claim advice, we’ll cover all the costs to prepare and run your case and we only get paid when you receive your compensation. Also, just like a mobile phone bill, we put a cap on our fees so there are no nasty surprises at the end of your claim. You should feel comfortable that you can speak to your lawyer any time, without worrying about the cost getting out of control.
Where can I find a medical negligence expert in my area?
Law Partners is Australia’s largest specialist medical negligence firm, and we have 25 local offices.
We have solicitors and legal teams who specialise in medical negligence claims.
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