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No win no fee guarantee.
Find out where you stand.
Over 99% success rate.
Maximum compensation.
If you’ve had treatment that went wrong, was delayed, or simply didn’t meet the standard you expected, we’ll help you find out if you can claim compensation. Our medical negligence lawyers in Melbourne will take the time to understand what happened and how it’s affected your life. Even if you’re unsure whether you have a case, a quick chat with us can give you clear answers and peace of mind.
Once we know you have a claim, we’ll take care of the process from start to finish. That means completing the paperwork, gathering the right information, and dealing with the people or organisations responsible, so you don’t have to. You’ll always know what’s happening, and we’ll be here to guide you through every step.
The right evidence can make all the difference in a medical negligence claim. We’ll work closely with medical specialists to clearly show how the treatment you received caused your injury or illness, and how it’s impacted your life. Our goal is to make sure every part of your story is supported by the evidence, and that nothing is missed.
In Victoria, many claims are reviewed by an independent medical panel. This can sound daunting, but don’t worry, we’ll prepare everything for you and represent you. We’ll explain the process in plain English and make sure your voice is heard, so you can feel confident knowing you’re being looked after.
If your claim has been denied, delayed, or you’ve been offered less than seems fair, we’ll review the decision and explain your options clearly. If we believe there’s a strong basis to challenge it, we’ll step in and guide you through the process to help you achieve a better outcome. You’ll always know where you stand, and we’ll be upfront about what’s possible from the start.
A specialist lawyer will review your circumstances and tell you how much you can claim.
Medical negligence happens when a healthcare professional’s treatment falls below the standard of care that a reasonably skilled practitioner would provide. It’s important to know that not every poor outcome is caused by negligence. Sometimes things go wrong even when doctors and medical staff do their best.
But if your injury or illness was caused by a clear failure in care, you may have a right to claim compensation. Proving negligence can be complex, so having experienced medical negligence lawyers on your side is important.
Medical negligence compensation claims can be complex, but our team has a strong record of success – we win over 99% of our cases. Here are some of the situations we commonly help clients with:
Mistakes made during surgery, like operating on the wrong site or causing avoidable complications, can have lifelong consequences. Our lawyers work to uncover what went wrong and ensure your rights are upheld.
From being given the wrong drug to receiving an incorrect dosage, medication errors can cause serious health problems. We’ll help you find out what went wrong and whether you’re entitled to compensation.
When a serious condition like cancer isn’t detected early, it can lead to worse outcomes and tougher treatment. We help clients understand whether a delayed or missed diagnosis amounts to negligence and pursue the compensation they deserve.
If a cosmetic procedure leaves you with unexpected pain, scarring or permanent damage, we can help you explore your options and seek potential compensation for the harm you’ve suffered.
When medical staff fail to act quickly or appropriately during labour, both mother and baby can suffer harm. We provide the care, expertise and guidance families need to navigate these highly sensitive claims.
If anaesthesia isn’t properly monitored or administered, patients can wake during surgery or potentially suffer lasting injury. We’ll work with independent medical experts to determine what happened and support your claim.
When a GP or specialist overlooks clear symptoms or fails to refer you for further testing, your condition might worsen unnecessarily. We help clients hold healthcare providers accountable when a lack of follow-up has caused harm.
Medical negligence compensation payouts can range from tens of thousands to millions of dollars. Depending on the severity of your injuries, your total amount of compensation entitlements can include the following:
| Medical negligence compensation entitlements: | |
|---|---|
| Lost income | The amount of income you’ve lost through time off work due to injuries and/or pain and suffering. |
| Medical expenses | The costs for ongoing treatment required due to the medical negligence you’ve experienced. |
| Travel expenses | The costs for any travel to and from medical appointments and treatment related to medical negligence. |
| Domestic assistance | Financial support for assistance and services to help manage home duties following negligent treatment. |
| Pain and suffering | An amount of financial compensation for pain and suffering, based on the extent of your injuries due to medical negligence. |
| Future losses | A compensation payment to cover the future earnings you will miss out on, due to your injuries as a result of medical negligence. |
At Law Partners, we make the medical negligence claim process as simple and stress-free as possible for you. Here’s how it works:
(Learn more at the Victorian Medical Panels website.)
Our no win, no fee guarantee means you get expert lawyers fighting for your claim with absolutely no financial risk. If we don’t win, you don’t pay, it’s that simple.
Here are five examples of medical negligence payouts we’ve won for our clients here at Law Partners:
Our client was in hospital for a knee replacement operation. On the day after his operation, the covering doctor didn’t take the time to properly assess his chart when he prescribed a new dose of blood thinning medication. Our client had already taken a dosage of a different drug, and the overlap caused a severe brain bleed.
We claimed for non-economic loss and loss of future income, as well as covering all of our client’s current and future medical expenses. The final settlement amount was $800k.
During labour in hospital our client’s baby’s heart rate dropped to a dangerous level, causing an emergency where the baby had to be delivered as fast as possible. The obstetrician on duty decided to use forceps but didn’t inform our client of the other options available, and the procedure resulted in a grade 3b perineal tear, causing her a devastating and ongoing condition of faecal and urine incontinence.
Our client was awarded $900,000 in medical negligence compensation, made up of payments to address past and future medical treatment expenses, economic loss, pain and suffering including psychological impacts, plus psychiatric therapy and medications.
In this medical negligence claim, our client was injured during a planned termination of a pregnancy. She suffered a perforated bowel caused by the use of forceps, which then required further surgery and treatment over the next two years.
Our claim was successful, and our client was awarded a medical negligence payout of $1.48M.
Many medical negligence payouts in Australia result from delayed diagnosis. Our client went to her doctor with abdominal pain and was incorrectly diagnosed as having an ovarian cyst. She was subsequently admitted to hospital and discharged 24 hours later, once again without a correct diagnosis. She was eventually diagnosed with a ruptured appendix seven days after her initial examination. As a result, she has suffered long-term physical and psychological issues, which could have been avoided if the diagnosis hadn’t been delayed.
Our client was awarded a medical negligence payout of $750k.
Our client presented at hospital with severe neck pain, and the hospital incorrectly diagnosed him as having a muscle strain and simply prescribed pain-relief medication. The next day he returned to the hospital, once again with severe neck pain, however, he was discharged and sent home. On the third day, his limbs stopped working and he collapsed at home and became unresponsive. He was rushed into surgery where it was found he had a cervical spinal epidural abscess caused by a Staph infection. Despite undergoing surgery, the patient was left paraplegic and spent the next four months in hospital.
Our client was awarded a medical negligence payout amount of $4.5M to cover his losses and pain and suffering and to support his future care and treatment expenses.
If you believe you’ve suffered from medical negligence, you don’t have to face it alone. Taking a few simple steps now can help protect your health and strengthen your potential claim.
Seek immediate medical care to address any ongoing issues and make sure you’re safe. Your wellbeing always comes first, and getting the right treatment early can also help document what went wrong.
Hold on to your medical records, test results, discharge summaries and any written communication about your treatment. These details can make a real difference when it comes to understanding what happened.
Contact one of our medical negligence lawyers in Melbourne for a free case review. We’ll listen, explain your options in plain English, and help you decide whether you have a claim worth pursuing.
Caring for our clients drives everything we do – that’s why thousands of Australians every year choose Law Partners for their medical negligence claims.
We work with independent medical specialists who help uncover what went wrong and strengthen your claim for the best possible outcome.
We deal directly with insurers and hospitals on your behalf, protecting your rights and working to achieve a fair, timely resolution.
Our experienced lawyers represent you through every stage, from medical panel reviews to court, ensuring your case is fully prepared and supported.
We win over 99% of our cases, offer a ‘no win no fee’ guarantee, and pride ourselves in winning you more compensation.
A no win no fee medical negligence lawyer offers to run your case for you and only get paid when you win. If you choose the right lawyer, it’s an excellent option that allows you to pursue your claim without any risk, but it’s important to check the lawyer’s costs agreement to fully understand what’s covered. With some no win no fee lawyers, you can still end up having to pay thousands of dollars in disbursements if your case is unsuccessful.
This is because their no win no fee agreements cover their professional fees but not the costs they incur. At Law Partners, our no win no fee, no disbursements guarantee covers all our costs and disbursements as well as our professional fees, so you can pursue your claim with peace of mind.
Medical negligence claims are complex, so it’s important to get good advice and engage the services of a specialist medical negligence lawyer. Your lawyer will engage one or more medical experts who have experience in medical negligence to carry out assessments, review your medical records, and provide a report detailing how your treatment was negligent.
We’ll manage this process for you, and we’ll cover the medical experts’ costs, so you won’t have to pay anything out of your own pocket. If your medical negligence claim is denied by the insurer, we then commence proceedings to take the matter to mediation. It’s at this stage that most claims are resolved and a settlement (i.e. a medical negligence payout to you) is agreed upon. In the minority of cases where a settlement isn’t reached, we’ll advise you about taking your claim to court to pursue compensation.
You must lodge your statement of claim within three years of the claim being discoverable. However, long-stop periods and considerations can be given to children and people with disabilities. If you’ve exceeded a time limitation, it may be possible for us to argue that the injury was not discoverable until a later date. You can speak with one of our specialist medical negligence lawyers to get advice on your situation.
In Australia, three years is the general guideline for lodging a medical negligence claim. That’s why it’s important you act as soon as you believe that medical negligence has taken place, causing you an injury, illness, or loss. However, depending on the specifics of your negligence case, longer time limits can be considered, including for periods more than five years. So, it’s best to contact a medical negligence lawyer as soon as possible so that your situation can be assessed.
We’ve helped hundreds of clients get medical negligence payouts ranging from birth injuries to delayed diagnosis cases that led to a ruptured appendix, or even paraplegia. Depending on the level of severity, medical negligence compensation payouts can range from tens of thousands up to millions of dollars. Read our guide Examples of Medical Negligence Payouts in Australia to learn more.
Even if you’ve spoken to another lawyer and been told you don’t have a claim, you can call us for a second opinion. Our medical negligence lawyers have successfully pursued many claims that were rejected by other lawyers or insurers. We’re here to help, so get in touch today to discuss your claim and our senior lawyers will assess your case for free.
When you choose Law Partners, you’re backed by a dedicated team of lawyers, paralegals, medico-legal experts and barristers, all working together to get you the best possible result. We’ll keep you informed and empowered at every step in your claim, so you’ll be in expert hands right here in Melbourne.
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