Sepsis Negligence Claims
If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to Sepsis Negligence, you may be entitled to Claim Compensation.
As specialist Sepsis Negligence Claims Solicitors, we have extensive experience in handling such cases. We can guide you through the legal process with compassion, expertise, and a commitment to securing the best possible outcome.
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What is sepsis negligence?
Sepsis negligence refers to medical negligence that results in sepsis or causes it to worsen.
Healthcare providers have a duty of care to diagnose and treat infections promptly and appropriately, to prevent them from progressing to sepsis.
When they fail to do so, they may be held liable for the harm caused.
What are the common causes of sepsis negligence?
Sepsis negligence can arise from various types of medical negligence, including:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of an infection,
- Failure to properly monitor a patient’s vital signs,
- Delayed or inappropriate treatment of an infection,
- Surgical errors, such as leaving foreign objects in the body after surgery.
How do you make a sepsis negligence compensation claim?
To make a sepsis negligence compensation claim, you should seek the advice of our specialist sepsis negligence claims solicitors.
Our team will assess your case and advise you on whether you have grounds for a claim.
If you decide to proceed with your claim, we will gather evidence, such as medical records and expert reports, to support your case.
They will then negotiate with the defendant’s insurance company to reach a settlement or, if necessary, represent you in court.
Call us on 0151 306 3694 or complete our online enquiry form to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation with one of our solicitors.
What can you claim for in a sepsis negligence compensation claim?
You may be entitled to claim for various types of damages, including:
- General damages: compensation for pain, suffering, and loss of amenity,
- Special damages: compensation for financial losses, such as medical expenses and loss of earnings,
- Future losses: compensation for ongoing or future medical treatment, care, and support,
- Bereavement damages: compensation for the loss of a loved one due to sepsis negligence.
FAQs
Although the long and short term effects of those directly and indirectly affected by Sepsis are devastating, you are not alone.
According to a Health Education England survey, Sepsis claims more lives than lung cancer. It is the second biggest killer after cardiovascular disease.
There are an estimated 123,000 cases of sepsis per year in England, and around 36,800 associated deaths.
In many cases however, sepsis is avoidable and treatable and early identification is key to successfully treating sepsis.
According to the NHS website the common symptoms of Sepsis are;
- Change in body temperature,
- Difficulty breathing and speaking,
- Lack of appetite,
- Confusion or disorientation,
- Rashes on the surface of the skin,
- Increased heart rate and fast breathing,
- Feeling dizzy or faint,
- Nausea and vomiting,
- Severe muscle pain,
- Diarrhoea.
Although anybody can become at risk of developing Sepsis, according to the National Health Service Website, the below persons are most likely at risk of Sepsis;
- Babies under 1 years old,
- People over 75,
- People with diabetes,
- People with a weakened immune system,
- People who have recently had surgery or a serious illness,
- Women who have just given birth, had a miscarriage or had an abortion.
How Our Solicitors Work to Help You
To find out whether you have grounds for a sepsis negligence claim, we offer a free initial consultation with one of our expert medical negligence solicitors. Once we have that established, we will be able to proceed with your claim.
If we advise you that you may have a claim, we will offer a no-win, no-fee agreement. No-win no-fee means that you won’t have to pay anything upfront or if your claim is unsuccessful*.
Throughout the claim process, we will ensure you always have the right independent medical experts consulting with you on your claim.
We will also work with specialist barristers who, together with us, will make up your specialist team.
Our team will help you win your medical negligence claim with minimal stress and disruption so that you can focus on getting your life back on track.
We understand it may not be possible to meet face to face with us so we offer free consultations via Skype, Facetime or any other preferred method. We can also arrange a home visit.
* Subject to entering into a No Win No Fee agreement in conjunction with an After the Event insurance policy and complying with your responsibilities under its terms.
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