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Claiming joint replacement surgery compensation

To find out if you can claim joint replacement surgery compensation, contact our helpline for a free case assessment. Call 0333 888 0412 or email us at [email protected].

Joint replacement surgery is increasingly common, with both the NHS and private practices performing many of these procedures every year. In fact from April 2020 – March 2021 the NHS performed 30,937 hip replacement procedures alone.

Despite how frequently this type of surgery is carried out, it does not mean that issues cannot occur which give rise to a legal claim against either the NHS or the private healthcare provider.

There are a variety of medical issues which can arise from joint replacement surgery which may entitle you to claim compensation. If you are suffering from abnormal pain following surgery, have experienced complications as a result of the surgery, or you feel your surgery was not performed correctly for any reason, then it is worth speaking to a specialist lawyer to find out if you have a case.

Of course, this list is not exhaustive, and if you have any concerns about how your joint replacement surgery was performed or your care and condition after surgery, then please contact us and let us assess whether you have a claim.

Issues arising from joint replacement surgery can get worse over time, possibly even causing you to require further surgeries. Therefore, if you think there is an issue with your joint replacement it is important that you reach out to our legal team straight away so that we can provide you with advice and guidance.

How long do I have to make a joint replacement medical negligence claim?

For a medical negligence claim you have three years from the date of the surgery (or the date on which it is discovered that negligence caused the injury) to commence court proceedings. It is therefore important to find out your legal position as soon as possible.

It is worth noting that there are a few exceptions to these time limits. For instance:

  • A claim can be brought on behalf of a child any time before they turn 18. Once the child has turned 18 they can make their own claim until they are 21.
  • Where someone lacks the mental capacity to bring a claim, there is no time limit in regard to making a claim on their behalf.

Want to know more?

If you would like further information about claiming joint replacement surgery compensation then contact us today and we will investigate your case free of charge. We can also give you details about our popular No Win, No Fee funding scheme.

Call our free legal helpline on 0333 888 0412 or email us at [email protected] 

Joint replacement surgery compensation

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  1. We will assess the legal merits of your case, and tell you if we can assist.
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  3. When you are ready to go ahead, we will begin preparing your case.

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Maddy Lawrence

“With the premature death of our eldest daughter, as it turned out, by clinical negligence, we were facing a very difficult journey both in proving fault and keeping heart and soul together. That we were able to, in terms of the fault element, was down to our professional legal team. They provided clear, calm and compassionate advice which got us through a horrendous inquest and subsequent legal maneuverers. They, in short, were magnificent and we are extremely grateful that we had them on our side.”

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Mesh claim

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Friendly, professional, knowledgeable.

“Oliver assisted me in the aftermath of my father’s sudden death in hospital. He helped me to draught my initial letter of complaint to the health authority, represented me and my mother at the inquest and ultimately succeeded in bringing a successful claim. I always felt I could approach Oliver with any questions and he would explain the legal processes in an understandable way. I would not hesitate to recommend him should anyone find themselves in a similar unfortunate position.”

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  1. We are specialist clinical negligence solicitors who are recommended by the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners legal guides.
  2. We offer a nationwide service.
  3. We have a five-star ranking on the independent legal review platform, ReviewSolicitors.
  4. Team leader Oliver Thorne is an accredited AvMA panel lawyer.
  5. We have been awarded Lexcel accreditation by the Law Society for excellence in client care.
  6. We offer a sympathetic, understanding and refreshingly jargon-free approach.
  7. We believe that clients should be treated as valued individuals, not a number or just another problem to be solved.
  8. We have close links with independent medical professionals, and can therefore ensure we get the best possible expert input for your claim.
  9. We operate a FREE medical negligence helpline which you can call on 0333 888 0412 for a free, no obligation consultation and case assessment. You can also contact our helpline by email at [email protected].
  10. We fund cases on a no win – no fee basis, so worries about legal costs should not put you off seeking justice.

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