Cosmetic Surgery Injury Claims
Medical negligence is a complex area of personal injury claims. Under Irish law, before a solicitor may issue proceedings against a healthcare professional or a hospital, it is necessary to obtain an expert opinion on whether the consultant or medical centre in question was negligent.
Cosmetic Surgery Misdiagnosis – What can be Claimed?
Medical negligence is a complex area of law. We get many enquiries surrounding this area of law and it can sometimes be quite difficult to ascertain whether or not a particular individual has a statable claim. Under Irish law, before one may issue proceedings against a doctor or hospital, it is necessary to obtain an expert opinion outlining whether or not the doctor or hospital in question was in fact negligent. A few examples of medical negligence may include the following: (It is necessary to point out that the below scenarios will not always give rise to a statable claim for medical negligence.)
- Making a mistake during a surgery or medical procedure;
- Failure to diagnose, late diagnosis or diagnosing the wrong condition;
- Failure to obtain informed consent;
- Failure to warn of significant risks involved in a procedure being carried out;
- Prescribing the wrong medication.
5 Tips – What to do if you’re not happy with your plastic surgery
If you are not satisfied with your cosmetic surgery outcome, here are steps you can take if your expectations for plastic surgery were not met and you feel you’ve genuinely had inferior plastic surgery.
- The first move is to contact the surgeon and hospital/clinic where the procedure was carried out as they may be able to resolve the issue adequately. For the most part health care providers, clinics and hospitals do their best to maintain the best practise standards and will do their best to resolve patient complaints in a satisfactory manner.
- Be sure to document your complaint to include: dates of treatments, healing processes, symptoms, and problems, as well as photos.
- If you have reason to distrust your plastic surgeon then you could get an opinion from an alternative surgeon who also specialises in the related field. Bear in mind, some procedures may take time to heal properly and may initially appear unsightly, this isa normal part of the healing process.
- Following on from a meeting with your surgeon, you can make a formal complaint outside of the clinic/hospital where the procedure took place. There are other options, you can contact their regulatory body with a complaint, and or undertake legal action.
- And, If you feel you are entitled to compensation for a negligent procedure, you can contact a solicitor who will guide you through the claims process.
FAQs – Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery and PIP implants.
What is cosmetic surgery negligence?
What is Cosmetic Surgery Negligence?
Cosmetic surgeries are typically elective procedures aimed specifically at improving a person’s appearance, such as Liposuction, PIP breast implants, Facial procedures, and Butt lifts. These types of surgical procedures have both benefits and risks. Success can be subjective; you and your surgeon may disagree on the outcome. However, if results genuinely don’t meet expectations, you are within your right to complain and potentially claim for cosmetic surgery compensation.
What is plastic surgery negligence?
What is Plastic Surgery Negligence?
Plastic surgery is considered ‘reconstructive’ surgery focused on repairing damage or defects related to the face or body. As with any surgery, complications can arise and mistakes can be made. If a surgeon or healthcare professional commits an error and a patient is harmed, that mistake could form the basis of a viable medical negligence claim.
What can victims of medical negligence recover in a settlement?
What can victims of medical negligence recover in a settlement?
Victims may recover settlements for: Pain and suffering; Past treatment received; Future treatment; Psychiatric or psychological injuries; Loss of earnings; Costs of hiring someone to carry out household duties; and any other costs directly linked to the injury sustained.
How to know if you need another medical opinion
What can victims of medical negligence recover in a settlement?
Victims may recover settlements for: Pain and suffering; Past treatment received; Future treatment; Psychiatric or psychological injuries; Loss of earnings; Costs of hiring someone to carry out household duties; and any other costs directly linked to the injury sustained.
How to get an expert medical opinion
How to get an expert medical opinion
To obtain an expert medical opinion, we need a full statement of the claim and a copy of all relevant medical records. We then choose a suitable expert, usually in the UK, to provide a report on causation and liability. Proving medical negligence requires satisfying two requirements: 1) proving the practitioner was negligent (care fell below standards) and 2) proving that negligence directly resulted in an injury.
How long do I have after my surgery to start a claim?
How long do I have after my surgery to start a claim?
In Ireland, the Statute of Limitations generally allows a person 2 years from the date of their injury or the ‘date of knowledge’ of that injury to make a claim.
What happens if cosmetic surgery goes wrong?
What happens if cosmetic surgery goes wrong?
When plastic surgery goes wrong, results can include permanent pain, disfigurement due to severe scarring or asymmetry, paralysis, or even death. Such complications may provide strong grounds for a medical negligence claim.
Reasons to make a medical negligence compensation claim
Reasons to make a medical negligence compensation claim
If you have suffered an injury due to negligent treatment or have had to give up work, compensation helps ensure you do not suffer financially and can afford the medical care needed to treat the sustained injury.
Why do I need a medical report? – for court proceedings
Why do I need a medical report? – for court proceedings
A medical report from an expert is essential to support the claim of negligence and injury; court proceedings cannot be issued without it. Under the Statute of Limitations, a Claimant has 2 years to bring a claim, though the ‘date of knowledge’ rule may apply if a wrong could not have been discovered sooner.
What are PIP implants?
What are PIP implants?
PIP implants were made between 2001 and 2010 by the French company PIP. It emerged they were filled with industrial-grade silicone never cleared for human use. These implants are 2 to 6 times more likely to rupture than standard silicone implants. Thousands of Irish women are thought to be affected.
What are the implications if you have received PIP Implants?
What are the implications if you have received PIP Implants?
The implications of recent French court rulings regarding compensation timing and amounts remain unclear. If you are affected, exploring your legal options with a solicitor is advisable to understand how these rulings impact your specific case.
Claiming Compensation for PIP Breast Implant: Case Study
Claiming Compensation for PIP Breast Implant: Case Study
Thousands of women claiming compensation for PIP Implants – France
Thousands of women who had PIP breast implants won the right to compensation after a landmark ruling in France. An appeals court found that German company TUV Rheinland was negligent in awarding safety certificates for faulty breast implants manufactured by the French firm Poly Implant Prothese (PIP). The case was taken by 2,700 women, many of whom suffered long-term health problems after receiving PIP implants containing cheap, unapproved silicone gel.
Got a question about Starting a claim for Plastic / Cosmetic Surgery?
You can start your claim today. At Synnott Lawline, our personal injury firm specialises in medical malpractice / plastic surgery claims. Our team of experienced legal experts offer customers the support they need to pursue a claim. Every surgery claim is different so our team takes time to get to know you, to understand the effects of the injuries you have suffered and to support you every step of the way. Contact us by phone, email or fill out the callback form below and a solicitor will contact you without delay.
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Medical Negligence Claims
Every medical negligence claim is different, so we take time to understand the effects of the injuries to fully support you.
Cosmetic Surgery Claims
Have you have undergone a cosmetic procedure where the results were unsatisfactory? You may be entitled to claim.
Breast Surgery Claims
We oversee numerous cases and claims relating to Breast Augmentation and Breast Implants.
Accident & Emergency Claims
A&E injury claims usually arise where a doctor fails to diagnose a patient or makes the wrong diagnosis.
Gastric Band Injury Claims
Weight-loss surgery is a major event that can change your life. Unfortunately, things can go wrong.
Dental Negligence Claims
If you’ve had dental treatment in Ireland or abroad with unsatisfactory results, you may be entitled to claim.
Cerebral Palsy Claims
This brain damage to your infant can occur during pregnancy, before birth, or immediately following birth with devastating consequences.
Birth / Baby Injury Claims
If something goes wrong in a delivery room, a birth injury may be sustained by both mother and baby.
Hospital Acquired Infections
These infections can be spread in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities or other healthcare settings
Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
The most common type of misdiagnosis occurs when there is a delay in diagnosing cancer.
No Win No Fee Explained
It’s important to clarify with your solicitor before instructing them that they operate on a No Win No Fee basis.
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