Cancer Claims

Cancer Claims

A cancer claim for medical negligence can be brought on the basis that delay in diagnosis and treatment led to a poorer outcome or led to unnecessary pain and suffering. Such cases will involve first obtaining expert evidence on breach of duty and then, if that report is positive, on causation.

In one case our team dealt with a lady tragically died from breast cancer which had spread throughout her body. She had a lump in her breast but her general practitioner failed to refer her to a breast surgeon early enough. A positive report from a general practitioner was obtained and then from a breast surgeon stating an earlier referral would have avoided metastasis.

Our experienced Clinical Negligence team pride themselves on being sensitive, trustworthy and approachable. They are committed to the AvMA (Action against Medical Accidents) objective of avoiding medical negligence.

The team strives to provide a personal service at a very distressing and worrying time for our clients. You can be assured your case will be handled with the compassion it deserves.

Case Study

A histo-pathology medical negligence claim litigated by David Dickie against South Staffordshire Health Authority is summarised below:

In 1991 a biopsy was taken from the Claimant’s left temple for histological examination but was negligently reported on.

Following the correct diagnosis of malignant melanoma in 1993 the Claimant underwent a number of excisions of the lesion and radiotherapy. An initial unfavourable report was obtained from a histopathologist but a second favourable report was obtained after proceedings had been issued. A causation report was obtained from a dermatologist and a condition and prognosis report from a maxillo-facial surgeon. Following exchange of expert reports, a settlement of £10,000 was concluded.

For more information on pursuing a claim relating to a delayed diagnosis of cancer and treatment, please contact the team on freephone 0800 011 6666 or via email at legal@timms-law.com.

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

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Just a note to say thank you for taking on my medical negligence claim and getting my settlement sorted as quick as you could. The money has made my day to day life easier as I have now settled into my new bungalow. It does not help me get my life back to how it was, as working was a big part of my life which I enjoyed, but in time I know I will feel better about this.
I would like to express our gratitude to you for the work done on this case. Something that seemed to be a pretty straightforward claim initially, but then turned into a bit of a minefield due to my medical history, was expertly handled by yourself and your colleagues and I will have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone who would require your services in the future.
It was good to place the case in the hands of a local company. Your professional approach enabled me to relax and just get well again.

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