Eligibility is not determined by a checklist alone. A claim normally needs evidence of negligent care, causation, a recoverable injury or loss and compliance with the relevant limitation rules.
Was the standard of care unacceptable?
A poor outcome or recognised complication does not automatically amount to negligence. The legal question is whether the care fell below a reasonable professional standard.
Did that failure cause harm?
The claim must usually establish what would probably have happened with appropriate care and whether the negligent treatment made a material difference.
Is there a significant injury or loss?
The practical viability of a claim can depend on the nature and duration of the harm, treatment required and financial consequences.
Is the claim within time?
Many adult claims are subject to a three-year limitation period, but the starting point and exceptions can be complex. Early advice is sensible.