Medical negligence

Canberra offers some of the best healthcare in the world - but instances of negligence can still occur.

Did you know many people suffer a permanent injury because of medical negligence each year? While Canberra boasts world-class healthcare, medical negligence can still happen.

When you contact MEJ, we will connect you with a dedicated medical negligence lawyer to suit your individual case - because you deserve better.

What is medical negligence?

Medical negligence can be when a healthcare professional fails to diagnose your condition, does not refer you to the right specialist, does not warn you of risks involved in a procedure, or does not carry out a procedure with reasonable care and skill.

Healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses and specialists have a duty of care to all patients. If you’ve experienced harm or injury due to an error, consulting with a medical negligence lawyer is crucial before seeking compensation.

The claim process

Whether medical negligence happens during a consult, procedure, surgery, or in recovery and rehabilitation, it is critical to consult a medical negligence specialist quickly as there are strict time limits involved.

It is important to work with a legal team who are highly specialised in medical negligence claims, as compensation cases can be complex. MEJ provides seasoned medical negligence lawyers who can navigate the claims process with you.

Types of medical negligence claims:

Certain medical negligence cases require specialist expertise. Ensure you’re well-informed on your potential claim category. Types of medical negligence claims include:

Birth Trauma
Medical misdiagnosis/delayed diagnosis
Medication errors
Surgical errors
GP claims

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What to do if you suspect medical negligence

If you suspect you have faced medical negligence, here are some steps we suggest:

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Trust your instinct. It can be intimidating to question the words and actions of healthcare professionals – but if you believe you have experienced negligence then act.
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Act quickly, strict time limits apply to medical negligence claims so engage a lawyer medical negligence specialist promptly.
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Ensure all essential paperwork for medical negligence claims is aptly filed.
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Call MEJ’s experienced medical negligence lawyers for a free no obligation consultation if you believe you have a legal medical negligence claim case.

“It was lovely to meet both Heather and Emma. I want to thank you for your advice and patience, I appreciated that enormously. My confidence has taken a huge beating over the past few years and these situations often cause much distress, but I left your office feeling at ease and surprisingly calm. ”
— Neonie