If you’ve been the victim of medical negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. The process of claiming compensation can be complex, so it’s important to seek legal advice from a specialist solicitor.

There are a number of different types of compensation that can be awarded in a medical negligence case, including:

* General damages – these are awarded for pain and suffering caused by the negligence.

* Special damages – these cover any financial losses incurred as a result of the negligence, such as loss of earnings or medical expenses.


* Punitive damages – these are rarer, but may be awarded if the court feels that the negligent party’s behaviour was particularly reckless or harmful.