Legal Aid Cuts Will Affect Clinical Negligence Claims

NHS patients that have successfully claimed for clinical negligence are concerned that cuts to legal aid will prevent others doing the same. The government cuts mean many individuals will avoid taking the financial risks of making a claim and will not receive the compensation they deserve. In fact, by 2015, only small minority of people will be able to use legal aid by claiming under human rights legislation. Critics have blasted the government for not ’safeguarding’ the interests of the nation and stressed the importance of pursuing a successful clinical negligence claim, without the financial limitations. Here you can discover more information on making a clinical negligence claim and how the government cuts may affect your case.

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Clinical Negligence: Why is GP Negligence on the Rise?

A shocking set of statistics have been released by the Guardian that highlight a rise in GP clinical negligence claims. The report has exposed a dramatic 20% increase in claims against GPs between 2009 and 2010. Most of these clinical negligence cases arose from wrong diagnoses or misdiagnosis and have cost the NHS millions.

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Understanding Medical Negligence

Shocking new statistics have been released that suggest medical negligence is on the rise. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has announced that negligent medical treatment now affects one in ten patients in UK hospitals. This has been reinforced by the department of health who also believe that medical negligence will affect thousands of patients across the country. This statistics reinforce concerns over the growth in negligence cases and the increasing dangers faced by all NHS patients. If you believe you have received negligent treatment by a doctor or nurse, it is vital to act quickly. Here we will take you through how you can pursue a strong medical negligence case and how to ensure you receive the best representation.

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Looking Towards Acupuncture As An Alternative Medicine

There is an alternative option to traditional western medicine called acupuncture. It has developed over thousands of years in China and uses needles on certain pressure points on the body of a patient. It is believed that everyone has an inner flow of vital energy that is required to keep them healthy. Once this has been disturbed all sorts of illnesses can begin to manifest.

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Cutting Edge Surgery Helping Some Mesothelioma Patients

The rare and aggressive form of lung cancer Mesothelioma affects thousands of people across the world. For many the outlook is bleak but a lucky few have been the beneficiaries of a new cutting edge surgery in the US which increases lung function and life expectancy.

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What You Need To Know About Medical Assistant And Their Zone Of Work

Medical Assistants are health professionals who are trained to work chiefly with medical practitioners in their offices and clinics. They carry out various duties which can include working in large corporations, small private clinics, health care units and hospitals.

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Unusual Accidents

Everybody has heard of no win no fee personal injury claims and it seems that most cases are relatively straightforward slips and trips, accidents at work or road traffic accidents. However, there are plenty more peculiar accidents taking place in the world.

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