Misdiagnosis Claims

When you visit a GP, consultant, or specialist, we trust their medical expertise to correctly diagnose your condition. A misdiagnosis, whether it is a delayed diagnosis, an incorrect diagnosis, or a complete failure to diagnose, can have life-changing consequences. From unnecessary treatment to worsening health complications, at Taylor Rose we understand the effect can be devastating.

If you or a loved one has suffered because of a medical misdiagnosis, you may be entitled to make a medical negligence claim. Our experienced, specialist solicitors will guide you through the process with care, clarity, and determination.

Examples of Medical Misdiagnosis

• Failure to diagnose a serious condition such as cancer, stroke, meningitis, or sepsis.

• Incorrect diagnosis leading to harmful or unnecessary treatment.

• Delayed diagnosis resulting in the condition becoming more severe or untreatable.

• Misinterpreted test results such as X-rays, blood tests, or scans.

• Failure to refer to a specialist when symptoms indicated further investigation was necessary.

How Misdiagnosis Can Affect You

• Prolonged pain, suffering, or worsening of your condition.

• Loss of opportunity for early treatment or recovery.

• Emotional distress for both you and your family.

• Additional financial burdens, such as medical expenses, loss of earnings, or care needs.

How We Achieve Successful Outcomes

At Taylor Rose, our dedicated Medical Negligence team has extensive experience handling a wide range of complex medical claims, many of which we handle on a no win, no fee basis.

Many of our team are accredited by AvMA (Action Against Medical Accidents), the charity for patient safety and justice or the Law Society’s specialist medical negligence panel.

Our experience means we have :-

• A wide network – we work with leading medical experts, professional experts and barristers to establish a successful medical negligence claim.

  Meticulous evidence gathering – We identify the crucial documentation, witness evidence, and expert evidence needed to prove negligence, causation and losses.

• Strong negotiation skills – We have a lot of experience negotiating with the NHS and defendant to ensure our clients are fairly compensated.

• Proven litigation strength – If settlement cannot be reached, our team has the experience and track record to go all the way to trial if needed.

Making a Misdiagnosis Claim

To bring a successful claim, you must establish that:

1. Duty of care – The medical professional owed you a duty to provide a reasonable standard of care.

2. Breach of duty – The care you received fell below that expected of a competent medical professional.

3. Causation – That breach directly caused or contributed to your injury, illness, or worsening condition.

4. Losses - Losses can include but are not limited to pain and suffering, past and future care, rehabilitation/treatment, loss of earnings, aids & equipment and travel..

Time Limits for Claims

You usually have three years from the date of misdiagnosis, or from when you first became aware of it, to make a claim. Exceptions apply for children or those lacking mental capacity. Acting early gives your solicitor the best chance of securing a strong outcome.

Start Your Claim Today

If you believe you have suffered due to a medical misdiagnosis, our specialist solicitors are ready to help. We’ll provide clear, practical advice on whether you have a claim and guide you through every stage of the process.