Doctor negligence lawyers in Melbourne and Victoria.

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Negligence occurs when your doctor’s behaviour doesn’t meet the appropriate standard of care, and you suffer injury or loss.

We’ve helped many people get compensation for doctor negligence, but we understand your situation is unique, and you’re different from every one of them. Getting you more compensation starts with building a personal relationship with you, to truly understand your situation.

There’s no cost to speak to a Victorian doctor negligence lawyer, tell your side of the story, and find out how much you can claim.

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Injuries and illnesses caused by doctor negligence often mean time off work, unplanned expenses and financial stress. But we’re here to help. We get to know you and your family to learn what your life used to be like. We look beyond your injury or illness, to understand your work, family, social and financial situation. Then we look at what’s changed. Many of our clients’ injuries and illnesses have led to other life complications and health issues. By getting to know you personally we identify these issues and claim all your entitlements. That’s why you’ll get more compensation with Law Partners on your side.

What can I claim for in Victoria?

Here are some examples of situations that can lead to a doctor negligence claim:

Failing to diagnose a related or unrelated illness.

Where the doctor treats one condition, but your symptoms are caused by more than one.

Making the wrong diagnosis.

Resulting in incorrect treatment.

Failing to obtain a proper history.

Not gathering information that could help with correct diagnosis and treatment.

Failing to refer to an appropriate specialist.

Or failing to ensure you attend the specialist referral.

Missed or delayed diagnosis.

Resulting in treatment delays or no treatment at all.

Failing to advise on potential implications.

Failing to advise on potential implications of side effects and risks with treatment or medication.

If you’re not sure whether you’re entitled to make a claim, you can call 131515 and get free confidential advice from a doctor negligence lawyer.

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Tell us about your claim.

Speak with one of our friendly medical negligence lawyers today and find out if you can claim. It’s a free service for you.

We’ll get to know you.

Your medical negligence lawyer will ask more questions and get to know you personally to work out everything you’re entitled to.

We’ll offer to start your claim.

We’ll explain how we can claim all your compensation and give you our ‘no win no fee’ guarantee. The choice to proceed is all yours.

How much can I claim for doctor negligence in Victoria?

Medical negligence payouts range from tens of thousands of dollars to millions of dollars. Depending on the severity of your injuries, the total compensation amount can include:


Lost income	The amount of income you’ve lost through time off work.
Medical expenses	Resulting from your injuries.
Travel expenses	To and from medical appointments and treatment.
Domestic assistance	The cost of getting help with home duties.
Pain and suffering	An amount to compensate you for your pain and suffering, based on the extent of your injuries.
Future losses	For example, your future earnings that you will miss out on as a result of your injuries.

Learn more about some examples of payouts you may be entitled to with our Examples of Medical Negligence Payouts Guide.

How we can help you.

Your doctor negligence lawyer will listen and assess whether you have a valid claim, and if so we’ll examine your medical records to determine whether they support an allegation of negligence.

We’ll then consult one or more qualified medical professionals and get expert written reports to back up the allegation of negligence.

Once we’ve established the likelihood of success with your claim, we’ll sit down with you and advise you on all your options.

If you decide to proceed, we’ll prepare your claim by compiling evidence including medical records, witness statements, medical reports, and forensic accounting reports to substantiate your claim.

Frequently asked questions.

What is a doctor malpractice lawyer?

Doctor negligence and doctor malpractice in Australia are generally considered to be the same thing. Medical malpractice is a term that’s more widely used in the USA.

How do you prove doctor negligence/malpractice?

To prove doctor negligence, you need to prove that the doctor had a duty of care, and that duty was breached. Or, looking at it another way, you need to prove that the treatment was below the standard of care and skill that a reasonable professional would have provided in the same circumstances. You also need to prove that your injury would have been avoided if your care had been appropriate.

To provide this proof, you’ll need to have a thorough assessment conducted by a medical expert that concludes the doctor was negligent.

How do no win no fee doctor negligence lawyers work?

A no win no fee doctor 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.

Can I sue a doctor?

Most doctor negligence / doctor malpractice claims in Australia settle by way of mediation, where all parties agree on a settlement. However, if mediation fails, then your claim may need to proceed to a hearing in order to claim compensation. Before you decide whether you wish to pursue legal action, it’s important to get legal advice from a specialist doctor negligence lawyer to understand the chances of your claim succeeding.

You’re in safe hands with Law Partners.

Your doctor negligence lawyer is backed by a team of Victorian specialists including paralegals, medico-legal experts, forensic accountants and barristers. Your team will work hard for you, check in with you regularly and always keep you up to date with your case. You’re in safe hands with Australia’s largest specialist personal injury firm.

Shane Butcher
NSW
VIC

Partner

NSW

VIC

With over 15 years’ experience in personal injury law on my side, I’ve had the privilege of helping thousands of injured people and their families claim all the compensation they’re entitled to.

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Michael Pasarro is an Associate at Law Partners. He specialises in Medical Negligence and Public Liability.

Michael Passaro
VIC

Senior Managing Solicitor

VIC

The critical aspect of successfully managing cases is an understanding that no two are the same. I bring a well thought out strategy to every matter I engage with to make sure that I’m delivering the best outcomes for my clients.

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Renee McCarthy
VIC

Solicitor

VIC

I never undervalue the impact of kindness, patience and courtesy – it’s vital for ensuring clients have a sense of stability and trust in their solicitor during times of uncertainty.

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Jacob van der Heyden
VIC

Associate

VIC

I strive to empower individuals to seek justice when they need it. In this way, justice can be such a powerful tool in creating positive change within our community.

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Jade Di Micco
VIC

Practice Specialist

VIC

Through constructive communication, it’s my job to ensure our clients know that they have a reliable, honest and extremely capable legal team who are always available to them.

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Courtney Murfin
VIC

Law Clerk

VIC

My focus is always on being understanding and empathetic. This allows me to comprehend what each individual’s needs may be so that I can assist them throughout their claim process.

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Catie Norman
VIC

Senior Managing Solicitor

VIC

I treat every case like it’s personal. Because for my clients, it is. I’m here to uncover every detail, challenge every assumption, and stand by them every step of the way.

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Sia Lewis
VIC

Senior Paralegal

VIC

I take a highly personalised approach to every case, recognising that each client has unique needs and circumstances.

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Katelyn Vanderkolk
VIC

Managing TPD Specialist

VIC

I try to simplify the legal process for my clients as much as possible and keep them updated throughout their claim. It’s very important to me that my clients have peace of mind knowing their legal team is with them every step of the way.

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Gerald Fong
VIC

Senior TPD Specialist

VIC

I believe in prioritising client needs and well-being above all else, providing compassionate and comprehensive representation throughout the claim process.

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Cassandra Pimentel
VIC

Law Clerk

VIC

My guiding priority is to always act with my client’s best interest at heart, which I believe helps to achieve the positive outcomes they deserve.

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Nancel Robles
VIC

TPD Specialist

VIC

I approach each case with empathy and compassion, recognising the human element behind every legal matter.

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Why should I choose Law Partners in Victoria?

Caring for our clients drives everything we do – that’s why thousands of Australians every year choose Law Partners.

We’ll listen and match you with an expert medical negligence lawyer who specialises in doctor negligence claims just like yours.

We’ll build a personal relationship with you to make sure we understand the impact medical negligence has had on your life.

Your medical negligence compensation team will check in with you regularly and always keep you up to date with your case.

We win over 99% of our cases, offer a ‘no win no fee’ guarantee, and pride ourselves in winning you more compensation.

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Very satisfied with the outcome of my claim. Gillian, Melissa and all staff I dealt during my case were professional and caring and did an amazing job dealing with an insurance company to get me a fair compensation payout. So glad I chose Law Partners as otherwise, I would have given up in frustration and not been compensated for time lost at work due to someone else’s negligence. Recommend them highly.

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I have been very fortunate to have picked a team which shows professionalism and caring about a very personal matter giving always there time even out of the working hours to care about someone and show that it’s more than just a matter.

They have made my problem much more easier to deal with and have shown me the respect in continuous follow-ups to make me understand and deal with this matter in a much easier way without Angy and Chantille it would be very hard road to take. Thank you for caring and thank you for making me feel important in such a hard situation.

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Law Partners are the best. Throughout, Tanja Maksimovic, and team Jessica Terre, and Sarah Starnovsky, were clear they knew how to get the best outcome for me, and I was confident in them without hesitation. This was about compensation for injuries in an MVA. My heartfelt thanks. I recommend them 100%.

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Domenique is so lovely, patient and understanding. Her advice is clear, supportive and encouraging. Even her voice is calming! I am so grateful to have found Law Partners and that I got a no-bias, no-judgement treatment from Domenique, which I am hopeful to have from her colleagues as well. Thank you very much, and all the best!

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I really appreciate what Tanja and her team have done in taking my case, in supporting me in my difficult times and in encouraging me when I was down emotionally. I wouldn’t be able to go through the claim process without the help of Law Partners.

They’ve gone beyond my expectation. Their effort is greatly appreciated.

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I have spent the last 3 days trying to find someone to help me during the most difficult & stressful time of my life. No one would help as they said it was too hard or too far along in the case to pick it up! Sophie was kind, genuine, honest & informative. She gave me generous time & ensured I would receive the best possible outcome. Thank you.

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I would like to thank Law Partners for all their help and support through out my claim. Every member of Law Partners from start to finish were so helpful, and went above and beyond keeping me updated and well informed of any changes.

Very professional team that kept my best interest and what would be best for me at all times in mind. Cannot thank them enough; would highly recommend them in an instant.

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I was reluctant at first to put a claim in but I contacted Law Partners and was called back by Elyse to have a chat. From that moment on, Elyse, Brooke & Sarah have been brilliant. They have answered all my questions straight away, explained everything in detail, given me all the different options available and in the end, resolved my matter with a positive outcome. It has been a very pleasant experience working with them and I would gladly recommend Law Partners, Elyse and her team. Thank you!