Medical Negligence - Cosmetic Surgery - Your Rights

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Medical Negligence - Cosmetic Surgery

You’ve suffered an injury due to a cosmetic surgery procedure, what do you do now?

If you’ve suffered any type of injury whilst having cosmetic surgery, you need to ensure your rights are protected and your entitlements secured. Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers are experts in cosmetic surgery medical negligence claims and can get you the compensation you deserve.

If you have been injured by a medical practitioner during a cosmetic surgery procedure then Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers will stand with you to set things right.

Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers work with care and support during what can often be a challenging and stressful time.

If you think you have been given inadequate medical advice or treatment or a medical practitioner has breached their duty of care, contact us today. We offer a free no obligation consultation and we will also run your case under our no-win no-fee to us policy. To view our policy click here.

Did you know?

There is a 3 year limit within which to bring a claim, but the time at which the 3 year clock starts to run isn’t always clear. It is best to get legal advice on this issue, even if your treatment was more than 3 years ago.

Frequently asked questions

What is medical negligence?

Medical negligence or malpractice occurs when a medical practitioner, health professional or health facility fails in their duty of care or fails to take reasonable care, causing you an injury, physical or psychological, as a result.

Why should I see a lawyer?

A lawyer can advise you of your legal rights and whether you have a viable claim.

If you have suffered as a result of medical negligence, it is a good idea to seek legal advice as soon as you can as it is not always obvious if you do have a claim.

What will happen at my first meeting?

The first meeting will be with a Partner and/or lawyer who will work closely with the partner on your file. The Partner has the ultimate responsibility for your matter.

During this meeting you will be asked to provide a summary of injuries sustained, how they were sustained and other relevant information. Preliminary advice might be provided about your rights and options at this stage. Participating in this process does not commit you to any course of action. The first meeting is no obligation, it is simply to exchange information and give preliminary advice.

Importantly, you will also be advised if you don’t have a legal case. This can be helpful in assisting you to move on and put the incident behind you, or seek a second opinion from another lawyer. We are happy to provide you with names of reputable firms who may assist.

How much will it first cost to ask a lawyer?

There are no costs for the first consultation at Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers with respect to personal injury matters. This meeting allows you to work out what your rights are and what your claim might be. If you don’t have a claim, we will tell you that first up. These first consultations are also without obligation.

What does "no-win-no-fee" mean?

The Partner will assess your case and advise if we will act on a no-win-no-fee basis which means you will not be liable for our costs unless there is a successful outcome. In some instances you may have to pay disbursements. Disbursements are the costs of running your case such as fees charged by experts for providing reports.

We will endeavour to recover as much of the costs as possible from the other party, but invariably there will be a gap that will be paid by you, from the settlement sum, at the conclusion of the matter. Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers will however ensure you are aware of what costs might be incurred.

How long will my claim take to be resolved?

At Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers we understand that engaging a lawyer can be stressful.

However, in most cases the injury needs to stabilise before the claim can be fully resolved.

Some cases can take years, however at Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers we we work as quickly as we can to progress the matter.

The first meeting: What should I bring?

Necessary: A copy of your driver’s licence or any other identification.

Other Items: Any paperwork that has been provided to you. This could be in the form of reports, medical certificates, and letters. It’s not critical to have all documentation but it helps the lawyer to gain an overview of the potential matter.

What is covered and what sort of financial support might I receive?

The pie chart below illustrates how a claim may be constructed, with amounts for items such as medical expenses, loss of income, nursing/care costs (including care provided without payment by a family member or friend) and so on. The compensation sum will usually include an amount for pain, suffering and loss of enjoyment of life (sometimes called general damages or non-economic loss). In addition, the compensation sum will usually include an amount for the majority of the legal costs incurred by the person making the claim.

Make an enquiry now

You can call our office on 1800 059 278 to ask questions about your circumstances and talk obligation free to one of our lawyers to find out if you should proceed with a claim. Alternatively, contact us using the form below and we will be in touch with you soon.

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