Surgical Claims

Over the years, cosmetic surgery has become much more accessible to everybody. Some people undergo cosmetic surgery to rectify birth defects, while others choose it for aesthetic enhancement. Common procedures include Botox injections, breast implants, and cosmetic dentistry. While many are happy with their results, cosmetic surgery treatments can sometimes go wrong. Importantly,if you've been…

If your eyesight is not perfect, you might consider laser eye surgery an option rather than having to wear glasses or contact lenses. However, if you've sustained injuries during your treatment because your ophthalmic surgeon was negligent, or your optician was negligent, you may be eligible to make a laser eye surgery claim for compensation.…

Keyhole surgery (Laparoscopy) has become more common over recent years. Although it cannot be used for all surgical procedures, it is often the preferred option if ever there's a choice between the keyhole or traditional surgery methods. However, although the risks of something going wrong are lower than with traditional surgery, sometimes things can still…

An anaesthetic negligence claim for compensation could be started if you have experienced pain and suffering during surgery due to medical negligence. In this guide to anaesthetic negligence claims, we’re going to look at why medical negligence errors could lead to a compensation claim including those related to general or local anaesthesia. We’ll also show…

In this guide to ophthalmology negligence claims, we are going to explain when a negligence claim for compensation might be possible, what forms of negligence could result in a claim, the problems that can result, and what amount of compensation could be paid for avoidable eye injuries. If you are thinking of claiming, our medical…

Facelift surgery (rhytidectomy) is a type of cosmetic surgery that aims to tighten and smoothen the skin on the face by pulling it back and lifting it. Generally, facelifts are performed by private cosmetic surgeons but they are sometimes offered on the NHS. In most cases, facelift surgery is successful but, on occasion, mistakes can…

In the past, liposuction was a cosmetic procedure for the rich and famous. However, it is now more accessible and affordable for many more people. While liposuction is usually successful and patients are happy with the outcome, mistakes can sometimes occur. If you’ve suffered a botched liposuction operation, you may be eligible to claim compensation…

Rhinoplasty is a procedure used to alter the shape or size of the nose. Also known as a nose job, rhinoplasty has become quite a common cosmetic procedure over the years and has become more affordable. While many patients are happy with the outcome of their treatment, mistakes during surgery can result in serious problems.…

This guide on breast surgery compensation claims will help if you believe you’ve suffered because your surgeon or another medical professional was negligent. Whether you opted to be treated for cosmetic reasons or to reconstruct your breast following a mastectomy you could be compensated for any suffering caused by medical negligence. We will look at…

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty as it is also known, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that aims to remove sagging skin and excess fat from the lower abdomen. In the UK, tummy tucks are becoming increasingly popular and in most cases, the patients are pleased with the results. However, in some cases, there may be…