Macmillan calls for culture change after NHS reveals a £100 million cancer claims bill
Macmillan Cancer Support has called for a change in NHS culture after discovering that the NHS Litigation Authority has spent a minimum of £100 million…
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Billions could be saved if NHS compensation system is reformed, says MDU
The NHS could save billions of pounds if the system for compensating injured patients were to be reformed, the Medical Defence Union (MDU) has said.…
Taxpayers unaware of medical compensation costs, says MDU
Most British taxpayers are unaware that NHS claims could cost them over £1,000 each, according to the Medical Defence Union (MDU). The revelation comes after…
Pre-Jackson rush led to 20% rise in claims against doctors in 2013
A rush to submit claims prior to the implementation of the Jackson reforms in April last year, led to an increase in claims against doctors,…
Solicitors claim partial victory against Government over medical agency ownership question
A group of claimant firms has won a minor victory in its fight against Government plans to prevent solicitors from owning or having a financial…
Whiplash medical report fees are cut, but pre-medical offers remain
Medical professionals will only be able to charge £180 for an initial whiplash report from October, the Ministry of Justice has announced. The Government says…
NHS reports rise in unmerited clinical negligence claims
The NHS has reported an 18% rise in the number of claims being brought against it, which it says is partly down to an increase…
First4Lawyers partners up with Exchange Chambers as it looks to expand its clinical negligence service
First4lawyers has formed a partnership with Exchange Chambers in order to help it increase its capabilities in clinical negligence work. In the first tie-up of…