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Medical terms glossary

This medical term glossary provides explanations in plain English of a number of technical terms you may encounter in the process of pursuing a clinical negligence claim.

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How to make a medical negligence claim

When receiving medical care, whether through the NHS or privately, patients have the right to expect a reasonable standard of care from healthcare professionals. Unfortunately, errors can occur, resulting in significant physical, psychological or financial...

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How much compensation can you get for a cerebral palsy claim?

Cerebral palsy is a lifelong and debilitating condition caused by injury or trauma to the brain, often arising during birth . If your child has developed cerebral palsy due to medical negligence or errors made by healthcare professionals, you may be...

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