• Introduction

Introduction

Medical negligence occurs when a health service provider (such as a hospital, doctor, dentist, pharmacist) provides treatment that is below an acceptable standard, or unsuccessful treatment that goes beyond a reasonable mistake.

Negligent treatment may involve the following:

• Failure to diagnose a condition, provide appropriate treatment, perform surgery or provide post-operative care with reasonable care and skill.

• Delay in diagnosing a condition or in providing appropriate treatment or a referral for a condition.

• Incorrect reporting on test results.

The law allows a person to claim compensation from a health service provider, if they have suffered physical, psychological or financial harm as a result of negligent medical treatment. This is known as a medical negligence claim.

We can assist state hospitals, state medical practitioners and clinics in defending claims brought against them by individuals.

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