FAQ

General Questions

At Claremont Legal, we understand that pursuing a legal claim can seem overwhelming, particularly if you have never instructed a solicitor before. Many clients come to us with concerns about whether they have a valid claim, how long the process may take, whether they can afford legal representation and what compensation they might receive. To help answer some of the most common questions, we have compiled this FAQ section. If you cannot find the information you are looking for, our experienced team would be happy to discuss your circumstances during an initial consultation.

What Does Claremont Legal Specialise In?

Claremont Legal specialises in helping individuals and families who have suffered injury or loss due to negligence.

We regularly assist clients with:

Clinical negligence claims
Medical negligence claims
Misdiagnosis claims
Surgical negligence claims
Birth injury claims
Personal injury claims
Road traffic accident claims
Workplace accident claims
Public liability claims

Our aim is to secure compensation, accountability and support for those affected by negligent treatment or accidents.

How Do I Know If I Have a Claim?

Every case is different.

Generally speaking, you may have a claim if:

Someone owed you a duty of care.
That duty of care was breached.
You suffered injury, illness or financial loss as a result.

During your consultation, we will review the circumstances of your case and provide honest advice regarding your prospects of success.

Is There a Time Limit for Making a Claim?

Yes.

In most cases, legal proceedings must be started within: Three Years

From:

The date of the accident or negligent treatment; or
The date you became aware that negligence may have caused your injury.
Different rules may apply to children and individuals lacking mental capacity.

Seeking legal advice as soon as possible is strongly recommended.

What Is Clinical Negligence?

Clinical negligence occurs when a healthcare professional provides treatment that falls below accepted professional standards and causes avoidable injury or harm.

Healthcare professionals may include:

Doctors
Surgeons
Nurses
Midwives
Dentists
Pharmacists
Hospital staff

If negligent treatment has caused injury, you may be entitled to compensation.

What Types of Medical Negligence Claims Do You Handle?

We assist clients with a wide range of claims, including:

Delayed diagnosis
Misdiagnosis
Cancer misdiagnosis
Surgical errors
Birth injuries
Medication mistakes
Hospital negligence
GP negligence
Dental negligence
Nursing negligence

What If My Medical Condition Would Have Been Serious Anyway?

Even where a condition is naturally serious, a claim may still be possible if negligent treatment worsened your outcome.

For example:

Earlier diagnosis may have improved survival chances.
Prompt treatment may have prevented complications.
Appropriate care may have reduced long-term disability.
Medical experts help determine whether negligence caused additional harm.

Can I Claim Against the NHS?

Yes.

The NHS can be held accountable where negligent treatment causes avoidable injury. Claims are typically handled by NHS Resolution on behalf of NHS organisations. Private healthcare providers can also be held liable where negligent treatment occurs.