The strength of a medical negligence claim depends heavily on evidence. Records establish the chronology, experts address the medical questions and financial documents evidence recoverable losses.
Important: This page provides general information. Limitation, funding and the merits of a claim require advice on the individual circumstances.
Medical records
GP, hospital, imaging, pathology, pharmacy and other records can help establish what happened and when.
Independent medical experts
Experts with appropriate specialisms may be asked to assess breach of duty, causation, condition and prognosis.
Witness evidence
Your own account and, where relevant, evidence from family members or others may help explain symptoms, conversations, care and impact.
Financial evidence
Payslips, receipts, invoices, care evidence and other documents can support claims for financial loss.