Practice areas/Personal Injury & Claims
Medical Negligence
Claims arising from substandard medical treatment.
Not every adverse outcome amounts to negligence, and the distinction turns on the clinical records and expert opinion. The firm obtains both, advises candidly on the prospects of success and acts against practitioners, private hospitals and the state.
Scope of services
- Procurement and analysis of medical records
- Independent medico-legal expert opinion
- Claims against practitioners and private hospitals
- Claims against provincial departments of health
- Birth injury, surgical and misdiagnosis matters
When to seek advice
- Where a procedure or course of treatment has resulted in unexplained harm
- Where a condition was not diagnosed, or was diagnosed late
- Where a child sustained injury during pregnancy, labour or delivery
This page provides a general overview of the firm's services in this practice area and does not constitute legal advice. Prescription periods and other time limits apply to many claims, and we recommend that you consult an attorney regarding your specific circumstances at the earliest opportunity.
Our engagement process.
Irrespective of the area of law, every mandate proceeds through the same four stages, so that clients understand precisely what is being done on their behalf, and why.
Initial consultation
We establish the facts, clarify your objectives and review the relevant documentation.
Assessment and advice
You receive a candid assessment of the merits, the risks, the probable course of the matter and the options available.
Mandate and strategy
The scope of work and the strategy are agreed, and the terms of our mandate are confirmed in writing before work commences.
Representation and reporting
We conduct the matter to its conclusion and report at each stage, so that no development arrives unannounced.
Engage the firm.
To discuss a matter or to request a consultation, contact our offices. We will confirm how the firm is able to assist and advise on the appropriate next steps.