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 โ€“ 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 youโ€™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.ย 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.

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.

Cosmetic Surgery Compensation Claims FAQ

Cosmetic Surgery Compensation Claims FAQs

Thousands of women claiming compensation for PIP Implants โ€“ 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.

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.

Start your Injury Claim

Easy Step by-step process how we will help you get the compensation you deserve.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR CASE

014537890

0873931326

info@lawline.ie

Lawline House, High St. D08CX34

Talk to a Solicitor today

Contact us 7 days a week by phone, email or fill out the tell us about your case form and a solicitor will contact you without delay. We are Here to Help.

CLAIMS GUIDE

Get your Synnott Lawline injury claims guide for free!