Pulmonary Embolism Negligence Claims

Blood clot compensation claims can be challenging to prove and argue, but a no win no fee solicitor will support you throughout the process. It’s always a good idea to discover whether you can make a blood clot claim first by seeking free legal advice.

Calling 0800 234 6438 or using the online form gives you access to free legal advice. A specialist will assess you case and determine whether you’re eligible for compensation.

Making a no win no fee medical negligence claim protects you financially and ensures you receive ongoing support during the process. While traditional solicitors charge an hourly fee, claiming on a conditional fee agreement means you won’t need to worry about legal costs.

Your no win no fee solicitor won’t receive a payment unless they successfully secure compensation. If the claim isn’t successful, you won’t need to worry about any long-term financial implications.

Evidence is a vital part of the medical negligence claims process, as it proves blood clot negligence and demonstrates causation. Your solicitor will collect evidence to support your claim, but it’s also beneficial to gather your own documents ahead of time to simplify the process.

The following types of evidence are more important for proving pulmonary embolism negligence:

• Witnesses: Testimonies from witnesses can prove how the DVT occurred and its impact on your life.
• Medical Records: Your solicitor will need access to your medical records, as they provide written information regarding the treatment you received, any appointments and complications.
• Medical Assessment: A medical assessment proves your injuries and any complications as a result of negligent treatment. The other party might also ask you to attend a separate assessment, which can verify your injuries and speed the claim up.
• Independent Experts: An independent medical expert can assess your case and identify whether the healthcare professional missed any risk factors. They’ll also write a report which ensures accountability and holds the negligent party responsible.
• Expenses: Even if you recover from a pulmonary embolism, they can still cause some complications. For example, you might be unable to work for a long time, resulting in lost earnings. Keeping records of your expenses ensures you can claim special damages.

Once the solicitor has evidence to support your claim, they’ll calculate how much compensation you should receive and begin negotiations with the negligent party. While the process can be challenging, a no win no fee solicitor with experience in negotiating compensation will simplify it.

In rare cases, the case might go to court – but this only happens when both parties fail to reach an agreement. Once your claim is settled, your solicitor will take their fees out of your compensation amount, and you’ll receive the settlement.

The amount of compensation you can claim for a pulmonary embolism depends on multiple factors, including your eligibility for general and special damages. General damages refer to the embolism itself and any pain and suffering your experience, while special damages cover any financial losses.

For example, if you can’t work or have to pay for private care expenses, your solicitor will factor this into your claim.

Unfortunately, the nature of a blood clot injury makes it hard to estimate the compensation you’ll receive as each case is different. A compensation calculator can give you a general idea, but speaking to a no win no fee solicitor is the best way to determine your compensation amount.

If you’d like to claim blood clot compensation, the first step is to speak to a legal advisor and assess your eligibility.

Please use the online form or phone 0800 234 6438 today and get the ball rolling on your claim. If the advisor feels you could receive compensation, they’ll refer you to a no win no fee solicitor.

Pulmonary embolisms are serious medical conditions that happen when you have a blood clot that blocks a single artery or multiple arteries in the lungs.

They typically occur when blood clots from untreated or undiagnosed deep vein thrombosis (DVF) travel through the bloodstream and into the lungs.

While DVT is a common condition that occurs after surgery or long periods of sitting, healthcare professionals should be able to spot and treat it before the condition intensifies.

When a pulmonary embolism occurs it can reduce blood flow and impact your heart. While treatment can reduce the risks complications, some pulmonary embolisms are life threatening.

Medical facilities and healthcare providers must align to set standards of care and failing to align with these guidelines might be classed as negligence. If a medical professional fails to spot deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or causes your blood clot, you could be eligible for compensation.

Blood clots form naturally to prevent and stop bleeding—the platelets and blood plasma work together to seal the wound and prevent excess blood loss. However, when these clots don’t dissolve, they remain inside the blood vessels, which can cause serious complications.

Deep vein thrombosis is a form of a blood clot that can become a pulmonary embolism when left untreated. The clot can travel through the bloodstream and into the lungs, causing a blockage.

While some pulmonary embolisms are sometimes unavoidable, they often occur due to medical negligence. Examples of when a healthcare professional fails in their duty of care include:

• Inadequate Care: If you require hospital treatment, the medical team should be aware of DVT risks and take steps to prevent it from developing. So, when you develop a pulmonary embolism due to hospital negligence, you can make a compensation claim.
• Missed Diagnosis: Misdiagnosed blood clots can cause a range of complications and lead to fatalities. Examples of a misdiagnosis claim include a doctor mistaking DVT for a soft tissue injury, leading to it turning into an embolism.
• Delayed Diagnosis: If a GP refers you to a hospital for tests, but the specialist fails to interpret the results correctly, it can count as medical negligence.

As with all clinical negligence cases, you’ll have up to three years to claim compensation. The time limit begins from when medical negligence is first discovered, although there are some exceptions to the rule.

If a child develops DVT or pulmonary embolism due to negligence, they can file for compensation up to three years after turning 18. Adults with diminished mental capacity also have longer to file a claim, as someone else will need to initiate the process on their behalf.