Misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis can have life-changing effects. Doctors have a duty of care and if your diagnosis was not accurate and timely then you may have a claim.
Common Errors:
No case is the same but some common errors re-occur. These tend to be a failure to:
interpret test results accurately
examine you properly
refer you to a specialist.
When you visit a doctor you should be confident in their opinion and that any course of treatment is the best course for you. We will demand answers and apologies for their mistakes, as well as assurances the mistakes will not be repeated.
There Are Two Types Of Misdiagnosis
Delayed/Missed/Late Diagnosis
In this scenario your doctor has totally missed your illness or realised very late in the process. You could have been brushed off as a worrier or it could have been put down to stress. Either way they did not investigate properly until they became so bad the symptoms could not be ignored.
Misdiagnosis
You may have been diagnosed with something else in the short term and started to receive treatment for this misdiagnosed illness. This incorrect treatment could make your actual illness worse and do more harm than good.
Common Kinds Of Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis
Most times medical negligence cases can be taken on a No Win No Fee basis – meaning there is no financial burden.
Throughout your claim you will have a single point of contact to answer all your questions and reassure you. So not only will you get a legal partner who understands your needs, you will have the peace of mind knowing that everything is being taken care of.
For David Simpson, Partner and Head of the Medical Negligence Department:
“It is so refreshing dealing with a firm of such honesty and integrity. I would certainly have no hesitation in recommending Coles Miller to my friends and family.”
For Lydia Barnett, Partner:
“After undergoing surgery I was left infertile. I had my initial consultation with Lydia in which she made me feel completely at ease. She understood the physical and psychological implications of my claim. These types of claims can take a long time and I was concerned it would have a big impact on my life. Lydia has always been professional, honest and thoughtful and contacted me only when required. She always got back to me quickly when I have had questions. I cannot recommend Lydia and Coles Miller enough.”
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