Medical Negligence

Medical negligence occurs when the standard of care provided to you by a healthcare professional or facility falls below standard and has caused you injury.

It is important to seek advice promptly, as medical negligence claims are subject to strict time limits as legislated by the Limitations Act 1974 (Tas). Ordinarily, a medical negligence claim must be commenced within three (3) years of the date of discoverability. An extension of time may be granted if the circumstances of your case mean that it would be just and reasonable to do so, however, we recommend seeking advice within three years of the suffering of the injury wherever possible.

Notwithstanding time limits, the commencement of medical negligence proceedings will predominantly depend upon determining whether negligence can be proved and whether it is financially worthwhile to do so. Significant investigation will need to be undertaken to determine these complex issues, and our expert medical negligence lawyers can assist in obtaining the necessary evidence in that regard.

Our medical negligence team appreciates that every individual’s case is one that is unique and personal to them. Whilst this area of law is undoubtably complex and can be distressing, we have the knowledge and experience to provide you with accurate and clear advice to guide you through your claim.

If you think that you have experienced medical negligence, our capable medical negligence lawyers are here to assist you. Ogilvie Jennings may take on medical negligence cases on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis strictly at our discretion.

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