Explains what clinical negligence is, how to make a complaint about clinical negligence and where to find more information and support.
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Generally, doctors and health professionals will take good care of you when you're being treated. However, sometimes things can go wrong.
If they are negligent when giving you medical treatment, this is called 'clinical negligence', and you may have the right to get compensation for it.
This information was published in November 2018. We will revise it in 2021.
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