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01 overview
A botched cosmetic procedure can leave you in considerable amounts of pain and emotional distress.
Our network of dedicated medical negligence lawyers specialises in cosmetic surgery claims, standing ready to help you seek the compensation you deserve to explore corrective treatments, counselling, or make up for lost wages if you've had to take time off work.
Worried about the financial side of a cosmetic surgery claim? Many solicitors offer No Win, No Fee agreements so you can seek compensation for a cosmetic procedure that went wrong with confidence.
Contact our Legal Assessment Specialists for a free confidential case evaluation.
If you've had cosmetic surgery in the UK and something went wrong because the surgeon didn't do their job properly, you can sue them for medical negligence.
To make a claim, you need to show that the surgeon didn't do their job right, and because of that you suffered physically, mentally, or both.
Different things could count as negligence in cosmetic surgery. For example if the cosmetic surgeon:
You may be able to make a cosmetic surgery claim if:
You can make a claim for a wide variety of cosmetic surgeries if you believe that medical negligence occurred during the procedure.
This includes surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, each of which carries its own risks and potential for complications.
Some of the most common types of cosmetic surgery that you can claim for are:
These claims usually come from problems with the care given during the procedure, not being fully told about the risks or other treatment options (this is called informed consent), or the results not being what was agreed upon because of careless actions.
Proving negligence in cosmetic surgery involves showing that the healthcare provider, whether from the NHS or private practice, didn't meet the expected standard of care. This could include surgical errors or lacking the necessary equipment. Additionally, you must demonstrate that this negligence directly led to your injury.
To support your claim, you may use your medical records, photographs of any visible effects, and witness statements. In some instances, an independent medical expert might examine you and provide a report detailing how the healthcare provider's negligence affected you.
Compensation in cosmetic surgery negligence claims usually includes:
The compensation amount awarded in cosmetic surgery negligence cases depends on the severity of the harm and how it has impacted your personal and professional life. Legal professionals refer to guidelines provided by the Judicial College, which outline ranges for different types of injuries.
If you encounter issues after cosmetic surgery you should let the surgeon or clinic where the procedure was done know about your problems. Alternatively, if you do not feel comfortable returning to the healthcare provider who performed the procedure, you should seek a second opinion from another medical professional.
If you suspect negligence, you should also seek legal advice from a cosmetic surgery claims lawyer. They can assess if you have a valid claim and guide you through the steps involved in seeking compensation.
Depending on the severity of the problem, you might also consider reporting it to relevant bodies such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC) or the General Medical Council (GMC). A solicitor can also help with this if you wish to do so.
In the UK, you typically have three years to make a cosmetic surgery claim, starting from either the date of surgery or the date you became aware of any related injury or complications (known as the date of knowledge).
There are exceptions if the claimant was under 18 at the time of the surgery and for individuals lacking the mental capacity to make a claim.
First of all, from the moment you suspect something's wrong, you should start to keep detailed records of all medical visits, treatments, communications with healthcare providers, and any symptoms or issues you experience.
Next, consult a medical professional for an independent assessment of your post-surgery condition to determine if negligence occurred and the extent of any harm,
Then, contact our legal assessment team for cosmetic surgery claim case evaluation. Our Legal Assessment specialists will assess your claim and put you in touch with a specialist medical negligence lawyer who will take on your case.
From there, your solicitor will:
If a settlement isn't reached, your solicitor may advise taking the case to court as a last resort. And, if you are successful, either through settlement or court verdict, you'll receive compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, loss of earnings, and pain and suffering.
The time it takes to resolve a cosmetic surgery claim varies, usually lasting from several months to a few years.
Overall, simpler cases might wrap up within 6 to 12 months if settled out of court, while those going to trial can take a year to several years to resolve.
Most cosmetic surgery claims are settled through negotiations rather than going to court. However, court involvement may be necessary if:
In some cases, your lawyer may be able to take your case on a no win, no fee arrangement, which means you don't pay any fees if you don't win the case.
At Lawhive, our cosmetic surgery claims lawyers are on hand to assist with your matter quickly and may be able to offer a conditional fee agreement to help you pursue your claim.
Contact us to find out more and explore no win, no fee cosmetic surgery claims with Lawhive.
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