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Cosmetic surgery negligence claims
Cosmetic and plastic surgery can transform lives, but when mistakes happen, the consequences can be life-changing and damaging.
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Expert legal guidance for surgical negligence claims
Expert legal guidance for surgical negligence claims
Cosmetic and plastic surgery can be life-changing, but when something goes wrong, the impact can be devastating. At Tees, we specialise in helping people who have suffered serious, long-term harm after major surgical procedures.
We investigate cases involving, for example, bariatric surgery, breast reconstruction, or other invasive procedures which may develop serious complications that affect your health, well-being and quality of life.
Our expertise is in supporting those whose lives have been significantly altered by medical negligence during surgery.
How we can help
- Clear advice on whether you have a strong claim
- Guidance through the legal process, step by step
- A team experienced in complex medical negligence cases
- A focus on securing the compensation you need for your recovery and future care
Helping you find closure
In some cases, people are entitled to compensation to help support them after a surgical procedure has gone wrong. We’ll also help you find out what went wrong, who was responsible, and, where possible, engage with healthcare providers to improve future care for all their patients.
How a compensation claim can help
A compensation claim can provide security and stability for the future. For example, compensation funds could relieve a stressful situation if you are unable to work because of an injury sustained as a result of the negligent surgery. The funds could also be used to finance your care requirements or any further treatment, if needed.
How we can help
If you’d like to meet one of our experts for a confidential, no obligation chat, please get in touch.
We have offices across Cambridgeshire, Essex and Hertfordshire, but we can help you wherever you are in England and Wales.
We could not fault the service provided by the whole team at Tees. Responsive, supportive and extremely professional throughout and the success in the case and the justice achieved was what we wanted.
Examples of plastic surgery medical negligence claims
Plastic surgery negligence claims typically involve medical errors relating to:
- not properly discussing the risks and benefits of the treatment with you or any other treatment options
- failing to take a full medical history
- injuries to nerves, tissues or veins
- failing to anticipate, diagnose and treat complications
- not minimising the risk of infection
- delay in diagnosis and treatment of post-operative infections
- performing the wrong procedure, not what was agreed
- use of a defective product (e.g. a faulty or damaged implant).
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Cosmetic surgery negligence FAQs
What is cosmetic surgery negligence?
Cosmetic surgery negligence arises where a surgeon or practitioner provides treatment that falls below a reasonable professional standard, resulting in injury or harm.
This may include errors during surgery, inappropriate treatment choices, inadequate aftercare, or a failure to warn you of significant risks. A poor outcome alone is not always sufficient; there must be evidence that the care provided was negligent.
Can I bring a claim if I signed a consent form?
Yes. Signing a consent form does not prevent you from pursuing a claim.
For consent to be valid, you must have been properly informed of any material risks, potential complications, and alternative treatment options. If this information was not clearly explained, you may still be able to bring a claim.
Is a poor cosmetic result enough to claim compensation?
Not always. Cosmetic procedures do not guarantee a particular aesthetic outcome.
However, you may have a claim if the poor result was caused by negligent treatment, or if you were not properly informed of the risk of that outcome beforehand. Each case will depend on its specific facts and supporting expert evidence.
How long do I have to make a cosmetic surgery claim?
In most cases, you have three years to bring a claim.
This time limit usually runs from the date of the procedure or from when you first became aware that something may have gone wrong. There are exceptions, so it is important to seek legal advice as soon as possible.
What compensation could I recover?
Compensation is assessed on a case-by-case basis and may include:
- Pain, suffering and loss of amenity
- Psychological impact, such as distress or loss of confidence
- The cost of corrective or revision treatment
- Financial losses, including loss of earnings
The value of a claim will depend on the severity of the injury and its long-term effects.
What evidence is needed to support a claim?
To pursue a claim, you will typically need:
- Medical records relating to your treatment
- Independent expert medical evidence
- Photographs showing the outcome of the procedure
- Any relevant correspondence with the clinic or practitioner
At Tees, we work with leading medical experts to assess whether your treatment fell below an acceptable standard.
