When Should I Make a Cancer Misdiagnosis Claim?
You can make a cancer misdiagnosis claim if your doctor failed to diagnose you in time, or was negligent. At Howells, we have also represented clients who were incorrectly diagnosed with cancer and who underwent unnecessary surgical procedures as a result.
Usually, you can make a claim for cancer misdiagnosis or negligence if it’s been three years or less since it happened. There are some exceptions, however.
No Win No Fee Medical Negligence Claims
At Howells Solicitors, we believe that everyone deserves access to justice, regardless of their financial circumstances. Our no win no fee (CFA) structure is designed to empower you to take legal action without worrying about upfront costs*. Here’s how it works:
Zero or Minimal Upfront Fees: In most cases, if accepted on a no win, no fee basis, you won’t pay a penny upfront for our legal services*. The basis of a CFA is that you will not be required to pay our legal fees if the compensation claim is unsuccessful. Meaning, you will not pay any fees to us unless we win your case for you*.
Free Initial Consultation: Begin with a free, no-obligation consultation. Our legal experts will assess the merits of your case and provide honest advice about its viability.
Transparent Communication: We believe in clear communication from the start. We will outline the potential risks and merits of your case, ensuring you have all the information needed to make informed decisions.
Focused Legal Representation: Our experienced solicitors will guide you through the claims process in a way that is tailored to your situation. We’ll fight tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome for you.
Succeed Together: the damage from medical negligence can never be undone. However, our medical negligence team are motivated to get you back to the position you were before the negligence happened, as much as we possibly can. We can help you live your life as independent as possible. Our success is aligned with yours.
Want to find out more on our no win, no fee medical negligence agreements? Find out more information, including a full list of terms and conditions on our No Win No Medical Negligence page.
Why choose Howells for your Cancer Negligence Claim?
We will consider the merits of every claim brought to us and regardless of its size, complexity or impact, we’ll give each one the care and attention it deserves.
We appreciate that worry about costs can be a barrier to getting professional help – don’t let it stop you. If we believe you have a cancer misdiagnosis claim, then we can potentially pursue it via one of a number of funding options or fee arrangements such as ‘no win, no fee’.
If you choose us to look after your claim, we will look after you, as here at Howells we are committed to:
- Earning the maximum possible compensation settlement for the client
- Helping establish adequate ‘provision for life’ in terms of on-going specialist care, housing, support and welfare
- Removing any fear, worry or mystery about the legal process and communicating regularly, openly and sensitively
- Remaining a strong, staunch and tireless advocate for your rights
Free Medical Negligence Initial Appointment
Do you think you have a claim? Our Medical Negligence team offer a free initial appointment on all types of potential compensation claims, big or small. Our compassionate and friendly Medical Negligence team will discuss your concerns with you and will let you know as soon as we can whether we can help. We will first ask you to provide some basic information about what has happened and how. We will then take you through it step by step, at your own pace, and if we feel your claim warrants further investigation, a case will be opened, and your solicitor will go through your claim options with you.
Your initial appointment will be made by telephone, offering you complete flexibility. The appointment can be arranged to fit around lunch breaks or work commitments.
Fill out an appointment form or call us on 0114 2496 611 to book your free appointment today.
Medical Negligence Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Sue the NHS For Misdiagnosis of Cancer?
Yes, you can claim against the NHS if your doctor has been negligent and misdiagnosed your cancer.
What Happens if You are Misdiagnosed with Cancer?
In cases where cancer is not identified, or it’s mistaken for a different disease, patients could miss a critical window for treatment. This could lead to devastating results for the patient and their family.
What are the Most Commonly Misdiagnosed Cancers?
The most commonly misdiagnosed cancers include breast cancer, lung cancer, and pancreatic cancer.
Medical Negligence Fees
We appreciate that worry about costs can be the biggest barrier to getting professional help – so don’t let it stop you. If we believe you have a claim, then we can potentially pursue it via one of several funding options or fee arrangements such as ‘no win, no fee’ if you are eligible.
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