Medical Negligence & Healthcare Claims

What is Medical Negligence?

Medical negligence occurs when treatment falls below the standard expected of a reasonably competent healthcare professional, causing you harm that could have been avoided.

This may involve errors in diagnosis, surgery, prescriptions, or emergency care. Our role is to investigate what went wrong, build a strong case using expert evidence, and fight to recover compensation for your pain, suffering, and financial losses.

Why Choose MMC Legal?

• Specialist medical negligence solicitors with experience across a wide range of healthcare claims.
• Client-focused approach – we listen, explain, and guide you through every step.
• No upfront costs – advice on legal aid and other funding options to protect you financially.
• Local expertise – based in Belfast, serving clients throughout Northern Ireland.
• Strong results – we work tirelessly to secure the compensation and answers you deserve.

We respect the vital role of healthcare workers, but when standards fall short, patients have the right to justice.

Types of Medical Negligence We Can Help With

Birth Injuries & Pregnancy Care

Pregnancy and childbirth should be a joyful experience, but mistakes in maternity care can have life-changing consequences. Medical negligence during pregnancy, labour, or delivery can result in harm to both mother and baby.
Examples include:

• Failure to monitor the baby’s heart rate during labour.
• Delayed response to signs of foetal distress.
• Errors in the use of forceps or vacuum delivery.
• Failure to recognise and manage complications such as pre-eclampsia.

In some cases, these mistakes can lead to conditions such as cerebral palsy, physical disabilities, or long-term developmental issues. At MMC Legal, we work with independent medical experts to assess the care provided and to help families secure the support and compensation needed for the future.

Surgical Errors

Surgery carries inherent risks, but patients are entitled to expect that procedures are carried out with skill and care. Unfortunately, errors during operations or in post-surgical care can result in avoidable suffering.
This may include:

• Wrong-site surgery or procedures performed incorrectly.
• Instruments or surgical materials left inside the body.
• Infections due to poor hygiene standards.
• Inadequate follow-up care leading to complications.

If surgery has left you with unexpected harm, we can investigate whether negligence occurred and help you seek redress.

Misdiagnosis & Delayed Diagnosis

Early and accurate diagnosis is often crucial to successful treatment. When conditions are missed or misdiagnosed, patients may suffer unnecessary progression of illness or even reduced life expectancy.
Common examples include:

• Failure to diagnose cancer at an early stage.
• Misdiagnosis of fractures, infections, or heart conditions.
• Delayed referrals to specialists.
• Incorrect reassurance that symptoms are harmless.

A misdiagnosis can not only worsen health outcomes but also lead to emotional distress and financial losses. We help patients hold providers accountable and seek compensation for the harm caused.

Medication & Prescription Errors

Errors with medication can have serious consequences. Patients trust healthcare professionals to prescribe, dispense, and administer drugs safely, but mistakes happen.
Examples include:

• Being prescribed the wrong medication.
• Incorrect dosage instructions.
• Failure to review harmful drug interactions.
• Administration errors in hospital or care settings.

Such mistakes can cause anything from short-term illness to severe, lasting harm. If you’ve suffered because of a medication error, our team can help.

Accident & Emergency (A&E) Claims

A&E departments are busy and fast-paced, but that does not excuse avoidable mistakes. Negligence in emergency settings can have devastating consequences.
Examples include:

• Failure to recognise life-threatening symptoms (such as stroke, sepsis, or heart attack).
• Incorrect treatment or delays in treatment.
• Failure to order or correctly interpret X-rays, scans, or blood tests.
• Discharging patients too early without proper assessment.

If you believe your care in an emergency department was negligent, MMC Legal can provide advice and pursue your claim.

Dental Negligence

Dental treatment, whether routine or cosmetic, requires precision and professionalism. When mistakes are made, they can cause pain, financial loss, and sometimes long-term damage.  Examples of dental negligence include:

• Extraction of the wrong tooth.
• Nerve damage during procedures.
• Misdiagnosis of gum disease or oral cancer.
• Poorly performed cosmetic dental work.

Compensation may be available for both the pain caused and the cost of corrective treatment.

Compassionate Support, Strong Representation

At MMC Legal, we know that pursuing a medical negligence claim can feel daunting. We will be at your side from your first phone call through to resolution, offering practical advice, emotional support, and dedicated legal expertise.