How long will a claim take?
investigated to get
the best possible result"
Phil Barnes, Associate
In almost all clinical negligence cases we'll need medical evidence from independent doctors or other medical and nursing professionals, to provide a variety of reports.
In the first instance, they'll need to report on whether there's a case to be answered by the other side. This can sometimes be dealt with by one report, but in some cases two or more reports may be required.
If there is a case to be answered, we then need to obtain evidence about your current condition and what the future holds for you with regard to your health.
The type of injury, and your personal circumstances - age, employment prospects, living arrangements - will dictate how many reports are required to build up a complete picture about your condition and your future health.
So when asking how long will it take, the more reports that are required, the longer your case will take to settle. However, it is vital that all the necessary evidence is obtained so that we can recover the maximum amount of compensation to which you're entitled.
The way the other side responds to your claim can affect the time it takes to settle. Sometimes, they'll agree to settle the case on the basis of our evidence and our valuation. In other cases, they may require you to be assessed by an expert instructed by them, and will value the case themselves. We'll then enter into negotiations with them in order to reach a satisfactory settlement. The length of time spent in such negotiations can vary.
Whilst we will always endeavour to settle your case without delay, it's important that it isn't too early, as we want to ensure we achieve the best possible outcome for you.
It's important that you provide as much information as possible at the outset of your claim, and keep us updated as the matter progresses. That will avoid any undue delays.
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