Compensation claims from ambulance delays and / or paramedic negligence not only reflect pain and suffering experienced but also:
- Allow victims to obtain justice for the mistreatment and negligence they experienced
- Highlight failings in ambulance response times, paramedic standards of care and protocols
- Provide families with an explanation of the incident and an apology if failings are acknowledged
The compensation payment will depend on a number of factors:
- The pain and suffering of the victim
- The impact of the delay and / or negligence on health and quality of life – including current and future care requirements, medical aids, home adaptations or other necessary assistance
- Any financial losses occurred as a result of the injuries – including past loss of earnings, medical expenses, travel expenses and equipment costs
- Any future financial losses eg. loss of earnings, loss of promotion prospects, pension
Compensation for paramedic negligence and ambulance delays falls into two main categories:
General compensation (General Damages): this includes compensation for your pain and suffering and the impact of the injury on your lifestyle and quality of life.
Financial losses and expenses (Special Damages): these include the costs associated with private treatment, care support, travel expenses, other medical expenses, specialist equipment and loss of income.
Devonshires Claims’ medical negligence and compensation claims experts will carefully assess your case and will work hard to obtain the maximum compensation for the injuries you have sustained.
