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Fatal Accidents
It is distressing enough when clinical negligence results in permanent injury and incapacity but it is worse still if it results in death. We are sensitive to the fact that claims under the Fatal Accidents Act are difficult emotionally for all concerned. Sometimes, as much as anything else, bereaved relatives simply want an explanation of what went wrong. In terms of establishing whether the hospital has made any errors these cases have the added complication that the patient’s own evidence may not be available.
As specialists in the fields of both medical negligence and fatal accidents we will carry out a thorough investigation leaving no stone unturned. It is obviously necessary to establish all of the potential causes of death which may involve attending the inquest. If there is more than one cause of death there may be an argument as to whether it was the alleged negligence which was responsible for the death or the underlying condition for which the patient was originally being treated.
In terms of damages these claims are assessed in exactly the same way as for other fatal accident cases.
To speak to a specialist medical negligence solicitor who can help with you your fatal accident claim or any other type of medical negligence claim contact us today calling, emailing or filling in our free initial advice form.