Missed or Misdiagnosed Fracture Compensation Claims

How common are missed fracture claims?

The latest data from NHS Resolution reveals that over a two-year period there were 78 closed claims of missed fractures. This does not include instances where a claim was not made, or those cases which remain open. The total cost of these claims - including legal costs to both sides and damages paid - came to more than £1.1 million.

What is a no win no fee claim?

If you claim on a no win no fee basis, it means there won't be anything for you to pay if your case is unsuccessful. These types of claims are also known as conditional fee agreements and they were brought in to help those who were entitled to compensation but couldn't afford to pay for legal representation.

So, if you want to claim for a fracture misdiagnosis on a no win no fee basis, your solicitor will cover all of your legal costs throughout. If you win, they will take a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation as their payment and you'll keep the rest. In the unlikely event that you lose, you won't have to pay a penny. That's the beauty of no win no fee.

Am I eligible to claim for missed fracture compensation?

If your fracture was missed or misdiagnosed by a doctor or medical professional in the last three years, you have the right to claim compensation.

Speak to us today and we'll give you an immediate assessment of whether we think you have grounds for a claim. If we do, we can put you in touch with our panel of expert missed fracture solicitors.

You can also claim on behalf of someone else, if they are incapable of doing so for themselves.

How do I start the claims process?

It couldn't be easier to get started with your claim for missed fracture compensation. You have a few options:

• Call 0808 239 8382 and speak to one of our advisors. Our lines are open seven days a week, including Bank Holidays.
• Fill out our form with your name, number and the details of your claim. We'll call you back at no cost.

Check out our compensation calculator tool and see how much fracture compensation you could receive. You may even be able to proceed with your case entirely online.

How does the claims process work?

If we think you have a strong claim for missed fracture negligence, things will usually proceed as follows:

1. Your missed fracture solicitor will listen carefully as you tell your story about your experience and how you've been affected. They may ask you to supply any evidence you may have that will support your claim.
2. Your solicitor will contact the medical facility/professional involved to let them know that you intend to make a claim.
3. If the other party accepts they were at fault, your claim should move to a relatively swift conclusion. If they don't, your solicitor will begin negotiations on your behalf.
4. If you win your missed fracture claim, your solicitor will take a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation as their payment. If you lose, there will be nothing for you to pay.

Can I make a missed fracture malpractice claim online?

Yes, it may be possible for you pursue your claim entirely online. You'll be able to find that out when you use our compensation calculator. Our tool is very different to that of other personal injury companies, who use theirs as a way to simply encourage you to get in touch. With us, you'll get an actual valuation as to how much you might receive as a settlement.

How long will my claim take?

It's hard to offer a straight answer, because some missed fracture claims take longer than others to settle. The timeframe will depend on a number of things, including the severity of your injury, the complexity of your case, and whether the medical professional(s) involved accept the blame for what happened.

What's an average missed fracture compensation amount?

Of the 78 closed missed fracture claims against the NHS between 2015-16 and 2017-18, the average damages per claim was £6,021. However, your compensation could vary significantly from that, depending on the seriousness of your injury and the knock-on effects of the fracture being missed or misdiagnosed.

Do I need no win no fee insurance?

We usually recommend taking out After the Event insurance, which can help to make your fracture claim risk-free. The policy covers all your legal costs so that even if you lose, you won't have to pay a thing.

Your missed fracture solicitor can take care of all of that for you, so you won't have to worry. There's nothing to pay upfront and you'll only pay the premium if you win, at which point it will be deducted from your compensation award.

Is my fracture claim likely to go to court?

Most missed fracture compensation claims don't go to court. But if yours does, you can be sure that your solicitor will take on all the responsibility of the legal proceedings, so you needn't have any concerns.

What if I lose my claim?

If you lose your case for missed fracture negligence there'll be nothing for you to pay as long as you've claimed on a no win no fee basis.