Medical negligence can lead to more than just injury or illness. You may be suffering ongoing trauma, loss of income, medical expenses or may have even suffered the loss of a loved one. Whatever the circumstances, you may be eligible for compensation as a result of medical negligence in the care of a health professional. Our medical negligence lawyers in the Northern Rivers at Main Lawyers can help you navigate the claims process with ease, with our proven track record for success. Book in for a free consultation today.
A Reliable No Win, No Fee Medical Malpractice Lawyer in the Northern Rivers, NSW
At Main Lawyers, our medical malpractice lawyers in the Northern Rivers can help you gain compensation if you have suffered illness, injury or the death of a loved one as a result of medical negligence. Claiming medical negligence can help you cover the costs of ongoing treatment, loss, pain, suffering and trauma as a result of misdiagnosis, surgical negligence, birth injuries, incorrect medication and more. This includes medical malpractice while you were in the care of a doctor, general practitioner, hospital, surgeon, dentist, radiologist, nurse, midwife, pharmacist or other allied healthcare professional, including physiotherapists and chiropractors.
Whether you’re confident you have a claim or you’re not sure if you’re even eligible, book in for a free consultation. Our Northern Rivers medical malpractice lawyers can help you learn your rights and next steps.
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What Damages a Medical Negligence Lawyer in the Northern Rivers Can Help You Cover & Claim
Poor medical treatment can result in ongoing pain, trauma and costs. As someone who has experienced medical negligence, you may be eligible for a lump-sum payment to help cover:
- Past, present and future expenses and loss.
- Loss of income due to being unable to work due to your illness or injury as a result of medical negligence.
- Medical expenses, including prescriptions, medical or mobility aids, rehabilitation, etc.
- Attendant care or other domestic assistance to complete everyday duties you are unable to perform as a result of your injury or illness.
- General damages, including for pain, suffering and trauma.
- Death claims if your loved one has died as a result of medical negligence.
We can help you claim compensation for these costs. Contact us for a No-win No-fee consultation to discuss how and if you’re eligible.
Most Common Medical Negligence Claims in the Northern Rivers
As many as 50,000 people suffer permanent injury from medical negligence in Australia every year. Plus, a further 140,000 misdiagnoses happen each year in our country, with more than 80% deemed avoidable. Medical negligence is unfortunately common, and if you’ve suffered as a result, you may be eligible for compensation.
Some of the most common medical negligence cases include:
Misdiagnosis
Surgical Negligence
Birth Injuries
Surgical Negligence
Inaccurate Test Results.
Failure To Prevent Infection
Premature Discharge
Incorrect Medication
Anaesthesia errors.
Delayed diagnosis.
Failure To Refer To A Specialist.
Medical malpractice.
Failure to treat.
Lack of Informed Content.
And more. If you believe you have been the victim of medical negligence, we can help you explore your options and look after your claims process to prevent further stress.
Get the Help You Need for Medical Negligence in the Northern Rivers
Insurance companies and lodging claims can be an intimidating and confusing process. That’s why our medical negligence lawyers in the Northern Rivers are here to help streamline the process and give you certainty. All cases are no win, no fee, so you have that added transparency in your road ahead.
Get started with a claims estimate or book in your free consultation to discover your options. We work with people throughout the Northern Rivers, From Tweed Heads to Byron Bay our experienced team can help you claim the compensation you deserve.
Call us today to book your free consultation or use our insurance calculator to estimate your potential compensation.
NSW Medical Negligence FAQ’s
What is the average medical negligence payout in New South Wales, Australia?
The average medical negligence payout in New South Wales Australia is around $180,000 to $700,000. What you can receive depends on your specific case and the severity of ongoing pain and suffering. Using our claim estimate calculator can help you explore your potential claim outcome.
How long does a medical negligence settlement take in NSW?
Medical negligence claims in NSW typically take between 12 to 24 months to reach settlement. The more straightforward the case, the quicker it will take to settle. It’s important not to settle too early, which is why it’s important to know what you’re entitled to claim under medical negligence.
What evidence do you need for a medical negligence claim?
To prove medical negligence, you must be able to prove the medical professional owed you a duty of care, they failed to exercise a reasonable standard of care, the negligence conduct caused a foreseeable injury or illness, and you suffered an injury or damage as a result of said negligence. A medical negligence lawyer will be able to help you gather the right evidence to help support your claim.
