Medical Negligence

Understanding misdiagnosis and medical negligence

What to know if you believe a condition was diagnosed incorrectly.

A misdiagnosis claim depends on whether a reasonably competent clinician would have reached the correct diagnosis with the information available, and what harm resulted from the delay or error.

What this covers
  • The legal test for a misdiagnosis claim
  • Evidence needed — medical records and expert opinion
  • Time limits for bringing a claim
  • How claims are typically funded
Medical records are usually the starting point — you're entitled to request your own.
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