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Are there time limits in bringing a medical negligence claim?
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Yes, time limits do apply in bringing a medical or clinical negligence claim. In general terms, you need to have completed your claim or issued court proceedings within three years of the negligence.
There are limited circumstances were you may be able to extend this period – this is usually when you could not reasonably have known that something had gone wrong at the time. And longer periods also apply to children - they have up until their 21st birthday.
The success of any claim depends on the evidence gathered, it is important to gain expert help and advice as soon as possible from your local QualitySolicitors’ office.
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