Medical Negligence

Medical negligence claims – expert legal support you can rely on

When healthcare professionals—such as doctors, surgeons, GPs, or nurses—fail to meet the expected standard, the results can be devastating and, in many cases, life-changing.

We understand that taking legal action in these circumstances can feel daunting—especially when you’re already feeling let down, vulnerable, and unsupported. That’s why we’re committed to making the process as straightforward and stress-free as possible

Our experienced team will guide you through every stage of the claims process with care, compassion, and professionalism. We will thoroughly investigate your case, offer clear, honest legal advice, and advise you whether you may be entitled to compensation and help you secure the justice and compensation you deserve.

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If you believe you’ve been affected by medical negligence, contact Horsley Law.
Our dedicated medical negligence solicitors are here to help if you’ve suffered harm as a result of substandard medical care.

Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

01785 249033

Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis

Where there was a failure to diagnose a condition correctly or in a timely manner, leading to worsened health outcomes.

Failing to identify a condition (e.g., cancer, stroke, or meningitis)
Incorrect diagnosis leading to the wrong treatment
Delayed diagnosis causing the condition to worsen

Surgical errors

Mistakes during surgery, such as incorrect procedures, retained surgical instruments, or unnecessary damage to organs

Performing the wrong procedure
Operating on the wrong body part
Leaving surgical instruments inside the patient
Infections due to poor surgical hygiene or aftercare

Medication errors

Being given the wrong medication or dosage, leading to serious side effects or complications.

Prescribing the wrong medication or dose
Administering medication incorrectly
Failing to consider allergies or drug interactions

Birth injuries

Negligence during pregnancy, labour, or delivery that results in harm to the mother or baby.

Mistakes during labour or delivery (e.g., failing to monitor foetal distress)
Improper use of forceps or vacuum
Delayed Caesarean section causing injury to mother or baby

Poor communication

Clear communication is a key part of safe medical care—and when it’s lacking, patients can suffer avoidable harm.

Miscommunication between medical staff leading to errors in diagnosis or treatment
Failing to explain treatment risks or gain informed consent
Not acting on test results or patient concerns

Inadequate aftercare or follow-up

Negligent aftercare can undo the benefits of treatment and put patients at further risk.

Failing to monitor recovery or recognise signs of deterioration
Discharging patients too early, without thorough checks or clear instructions
Poor wound care or infection control, leading to unnecessary pain, delays in healing, or serious infections

Hospital-acquired infections

Not upholding strict hygiene standards can lead to infections which can prolong recovery, lead to long-term health issues, and in some cases, become life-threatening.

Poor infection control or inadequate wound care, increasing the risk of complications

Contracting infections such as MRSA, sepsis, or C. difficile due to poor hygiene, sterilisation, or cleanliness protocols

GP & Doctor negligence

Failure by a GP or primary care provider to refer, diagnose, or treat conditions appropriately.

Failing to refer a patient for specialist treatment
Not recognising symptoms that require urgent care
Rushed or incomplete examinations

Our medical negligence services

Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis

Where there was a failure to diagnose a condition correctly or in a timely manner, leading to worsened health outcomes.

Failing to identify a condition (e.g., cancer, stroke, or meningitis) Incorrect diagnosis leading to the wrong treatment Delayed diagnosis causing the condition to worsen

Surgical errors

Mistakes during surgery, such as incorrect procedures, retained surgical instruments, or unnecessary damage to organs

Performing the wrong procedure Operating on the wrong body part Leaving surgical instruments inside the patient Infections due to poor surgical hygiene or aftercare

Medication errors

Being given the wrong medication or dosage, leading to serious side effects or complications.

Prescribing the wrong medication or dose Administering medication incorrectly Failing to consider allergies or drug interactions

Birth injuries

Negligence during pregnancy, labour, or delivery that results in harm to the mother or baby. Mistakes during labour

or delivery (e.g., failing to monitor foetal distress) Improper use of forceps or vacuum Delayed Caesarean section causing injury to mother or baby

Poor communication

Clear communication is a key part of safe medical care—and when it’s lacking, patients can suffer avoidable harm.

Miscommunication between medical staff leading to errors in diagnosis or treatment. Failing to explain treatment risks or gain informed consent Not acting on test results or patient concerns.

Inadequate aftercare or follow-up

Negligent aftercare can undo the benefits of treatment and put patients at further risk. Failing to monitor recovery or recognise signs

Discharging patients too early, without thorough checks or clear instructions. Poor wound care or infection control, leading to unnecessary pain, delays in healing, or serious infections.

Hospital-acquired infections

Not upholding strict hygiene standards can lead to infections which can prolong recovery, lead to long-term health issues, and in some

cases, become life-threatening. Poor infection control or inadequate wound care, increasing the risk of complications. Contracting infections such as MRSA, sepsis, or C. difficile due to poor hygiene, sterilisation, or cleanliness protocols.

GP & Doctor negligence

Failure by a GP or primary care provider to refer, diagnose, or treat conditions appropriately.

cases, become life-threatening. Failing to refer a patient for specialist treatment Not recognising symptoms that require urgent care. Rushed or incomplete examinations.