Medical negligence solicitors
Solicitors for medical negligence claims in the Glasgow area of Scotland.
At Austin Lafferty, our Scotland-based medical negligence solicitors bring broad experience across the full spectrum of clinical negligence matters - from misdiagnosis and surgical mistakes to negligent treatment, delayed diagnosis, birth injuries, and failures in hospital or GP care.
If you or someone close to you has suffered avoidable harm as a result of inadequate medical treatment, we can help you assess whether you have a valid claim. We can also guide you on the level of compensation you may be eligible to pursue.
We act for clients pursuing claims against NHS trusts and hospitals, private clinics, GP surgeries, dentists, care homes and mental health services. Our team has delivered outstanding results across numerous complex and sensitive cases, obtaining significant compensation and vital support for clients whose lives have been altered by medical negligence.
We provide a free initial consultation with an expert medical negligence lawyer from Scotland, during which we review your circumstances and outline your funding options, including no-win-no-fee agreements.
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Why choose us as your medical negligence lawyer?
At Austin Lafferty, we don’t just specialise in clinical negligence claims - we also understand the emotional and practical challenges that follow negligent medical treatment. These injuries often bring trauma, uncertainty and long recovery periods, affecting your wellbeing, independence, confidence and financial stability for years to come, as well as that of your family.
Our team approaches every case with compassion, patience and a genuine commitment to your wellbeing. We move at a pace that suits you, fully aware of how challenging these situations can feel. By choosing us, you’ll have solicitors who listen, support and provide expert, clear advice throughout, always focussing on achieving the best outcome for you and your family.
Medical negligence claims
It’s important to note that an unsatisfactory medical outcome does not automatically mean negligence occurred. A successful claim requires proof that your treatment was below the level reasonably expected of a qualified healthcare professional, and that this led to your harm. Our Scottish medical negligence team will break down the process in plain, accessible language, ensuring you understand every step and our actions throughout.
We employ sophisticated case management systems and work alongside leading independent medical experts, technical specialists and experienced advocates or QCs. This ensures your case is meticulously prepared and progresses as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
Types of claim
Each medical negligence case is unique and requires tailored evidence to show how the error occurred and how it has impacted your health, wellbeing and finances, or those of your family.
What compensation can you claim?
- Solatium – Compensation for pain, suffering and loss of quality of life, calculated according to established legal guidelines.
- Loss of earnings – Recovery of lost income, including future loss of earnings if your capacity to work has been compromised.
- Out-of-pocket expenses – Reimbursement for treatment costs, travel, specialist equipment, prescriptions and home modifications.
- Care costs – Compensation for professional care or the assistance provided by family members as a result of your injury.
- Loss of society and support – For families where negligence has led to death, covering emotional loss and loss of financial support.
The claims process
Broadly speaking, you have three years from the incident or from when you reasonably became aware of your condition (such as after a stay in hospital) to make a claim. After this point, the legal deadline for filing a lawsuit has passed.
During the case, you must present evidence including medical reports, witness statements, wage confirmations and expense receipts. Medical evidence from your GP and relevant specialists is also essential for injury claims. Our personal injury solicitors will explain what is needed for your specific case and support you in compiling the relevant information.
Court cases typically take months or years to complete. If settled out of court, the opponent's insurer pays legal fees and outlays, though some costs may be deducted from your award. When cases proceed to court and you win, the losing party usually pays your costs. Your solicitor will explain all fee and financial arrangements at the outset and put everything you need to know in writing.