Amputation Negligence Claims

What is Amputation Negligence?

Amputation negligence occurs when a medical professional makes an error that leads to the unnecessary or incorrect removal of a limb. This can result from a variety of causes, including surgical errors, failure to diagnose an infection, mismanagement of diabetic conditions, or incorrect procedures performed in an emergency setting. In some cases, an amputation could have been avoided with appropriate treatment, timely intervention, or better surgical practices.

Common Causes of Amputation Negligence

Amputations caused by medical negligence can happen in a variety of ways, including:

• Surgical Errors: Mistakes made during surgery, such as cutting or damaging blood vessels, nerves, or bones, can lead to unnecessary amputations.
• Failure to Diagnose: Failure to diagnose or appropriately treat conditions like infections, diabetes, or vascular diseases can result in a need for amputation.
• Errors in Emergency Treatment: In urgent medical situations, mismanagement or failure to act quickly enough may result in the necessity of amputation.
• Wrongful Limb Removal: In some cases, medical professionals may remove the wrong limb or make an incorrect assessment of the need for an amputation.

Types of Injuries Resulting from Amputation

Amputations are often accompanied by other severe injuries, including:

• Infection: Post-operative infections can lead to complications, requiring additional surgery or, in severe cases, further amputations.
• Chronic Pain: Phantom limb pain and other types of nerve damage are common following an amputation.
• Psychological Trauma: The emotional toll of losing a limb can be significant, leading to depression, anxiety, and PTSD.

How HPA Solicitors Can Help

At HPA Solicitors, our team of expert medical negligence solicitors is here to help you navigate the claims process. We will:

• Investigate the circumstances of your amputation and gather the necessary evidence.
• Work with medical experts to assess the standard of care and determine whether negligence occurred.
• Help you claim compensation for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

We offer a no-win, no-fee service, so you can pursue your claim without worrying about upfront costs.