Clinical negligence costs are once again in the spotlight, with the Government seeking to reform the system and questions being raised about how the current system can be more sustainable. In September, the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) published its own proposals for addressing clinical negligence costs while preserving access to justice.

A recent The Guardian article reported that the NHS is spending up to £19,000 per patient treating complications that resulted from surgical and non-surgical procedures carried out abroad.

In my latest blog, I’m sharing what I’ve learned from years of reviewing aesthetic negligence cases, and why sticking to an agreed plan is a safeguard for everyone involved.

Participating in Bond Solon’s Clinical Negligence Essentials course led by Dr Jock Mackenzie was a valuable experience that significantly enhanced my understanding of clinical negligence law and the role of an expert witness.

From my experience, it is crucial for solicitors to rely on expert witnesses to provide clarity on whether a practitioner’s actions met the expected standard of care.

Negligence is a type of civil wrongdoing (tort) that happens when someone fails to take reasonable care, and their actions (or lack of them) cause harm or loss to another person. It’s one of the most common types of claims in personal injury, medical malpractice, and other civil cases.