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If you or someone you care about has been affected by medical negligence in Sydney or across New South Wales, our team is here to help you claim the compensation you’re entitled to.
Our experienced medical negligence lawyers are dedicated to standing up to healthcare providers when standards fall short, and helping you get the support you need to move forward.
Medical negligence claims in New South Wales follow a legal framework that includes set procedures and time limits. Under the Limitation Act 1969 (NSW), you generally have three years from the date you become aware of the injury or harm to begin a claim. However, there are some exceptions that may extend the time limit for lodging claims.
Our Sydney medical negligence lawyers can help assess your situation and guide you through the process.
Here’s what determines eligibility:
If the healthcare provider failed to meet the expected standard of care for their profession, that may be considered a breach.
If you answered yes to all three, you may be eligible to make a medical negligence claim in Sydney or greater NSW.
Our skilled medical malpractice Sydney lawyers are dedicated to handling a broad range of cases, helping clients seek the justice and compensation they’re entitled to.
We represent families affected by preventable birth injuries in Sydney. This includes delayed C-sections, failure to monitor distress, and mismanaged delivery complications causing harm to infants or mothers.
Our Sydney team handles doctor negligence claims involving misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, treatment errors, and failure to refer or follow up, resulting in serious injury or avoidable suffering.
We act for patients harmed due to hospital negligence in Sydney. This includes poor infection control, surgical errors, charting mistakes, and systemic failures in emergency or inpatient care.
We assist Sydney clients with claims involving dental negligence, such as misdiagnosis, nerve damage, procedural errors, or failure to detect and treat serious oral conditions.
Our team pursues cosmetic surgery negligence claims in Sydney where patients have suffered harm from unsafe procedures, lack of informed consent, infections, or poor post-op care.
We handle iron infusion claims in Sydney involving permanent skin staining, improper administration, and failure to respond to complications during treatment.
Start with a free consultation and get your case reviewed within minutes.
If you’ve been harmed by medical negligence in Sydney, our No Win, No Fee lawyers can help you claim compensation for both financial losses and the personal impact on your life.
You may be able to claim for:
Economic losses (financial impact)
Non-economic losses (quality of life)
Your experience may entitle you to more than one type of compensation, depending on the details of your case. Our experienced team will assess your situation and clearly explain all available options, which may include:
Close family members may also be eligible for medical negligence compensation including:
Our Sydney medical negligence lawyers can explain your full entitlements and guide you through the claims process, step by step.
Our Unique Fee Reduction Guarantee
If our service fails to meet the high standards we set, we’ll reduce our fees. We are the only Australian firm that backs our service with a written cost reduction promise, giving you total confidence in your claim.
We’ll advocate fiercely on your behalf, aiming for a fair settlement that truly reflects your needs.
Our No Win No Fee medical negligence lawyers specialise in handling some of the most complex and challenging cases. With deep expertise in medical law and personal injury, we understand the unique difficulties these claims present and know how to navigate them effectively.
What sets us apart:
At GMP Law, we’re committed to ensuring you have nothing to lose with our No Win No Fee medical negligence service.
No upfront costs
Start your claim without any financial risk
No contingency fees.
We don’t take a percentage of your settlement
Fair hourly rates.
When you win, we charge transparent hourly rates
Careful case evaluation.
We only take cases we believe can succeed
Our commitment. If we don’t believe your case will result in compensation or if costs outweigh benefits, we won’t take it on. This dedication to our clients’ best interests sets our No Win No Fee lawyers Sydney apart.
At GMP Law, we’ve successfully helped clients from all walks of life pursue medical negligence compensation in Sydney, handling claims for a wide range of injuries and healthcare failures.
| Background | A Sydney man suffered a full-thickness rotator cuff tear after being mishandled by nursing staff following elective surgery. |
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| Negligence | Despite pre-existing shoulder issues, the staff used an improper technique to lift the patient. This caused further injury that required surgical repair and led to long-term pain. |
| GMP Law’s approach | We gathered expert medical evidence to demonstrate that the injury would not have progressed without the negligent handling. Legal proceedings were commenced against the health district. |
| Outcome | The matter was resolved through mediation, and the client received a $340,000 settlement. |
| Background | A man underwent a cosmetic procedure with unrealistic promises and inadequate post-op care. He experienced severe pain, infection, and required corrective surgery. |
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| Negligence | The surgeon failed to consider the patient’s mental health history and used an outdated surgical technique that resulted in no benefit and permanent harm. |
| GMP Law’s approach | We secured expert reports to demonstrate negligence and initiated proceedings based on the misleading assurances and poor clinical judgment. |
| Outcome | Early settlement negotiations resulted in $200,000 in compensation for the client. |
| Background | A woman lacerated her thumb and visited her GP, who failed to identify a ruptured tendon. She later required surgery and faced long-term impairment. |
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| Negligence | Despite multiple follow-ups and complaints of pain and immobility, the GP did not order imaging or refer the patient, delaying critical treatment. |
| GMP Law’s approach | We built a case showing failure to diagnose and treat in a timely manner, and linked the delay to her lasting disability. |
| Outcome | The case was settled for $300,000 to compensate for her loss of function and quality of life. |
| Background | A man attended a Sydney dentist for wisdom tooth removal and sustained a fractured jaw during the procedure, leading to pain, nerve damage, and hospitalisation. |
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| Negligence | The dentist used excessive force and continued the procedure after signs of trauma, failing to meet the expected standard of care. |
| GMP Law’s approach | We obtained medical records and expert opinion to confirm the breach in duty and pushed for timely resolution through a settlement conference. |
| Outcome | The client received $160,000 in compensation for physical and psychological harm. |
| Background | A woman undergoing routine hernia repair surgery suffered serious bowel damage, resulting in sepsis, multiple surgeries, and psychological trauma. |
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| Negligence | The surgeon’s actions during the procedure breached clinical standards, leading to life-threatening complications and extended recovery. |
| GMP Law’s approach | We compiled expert surgical and psychological evidence to support the claim and filed proceedings in the NSW District Court. |
| Outcome | A settlement of $260,000 was negotiated to assist the client in moving forward from the traumatic experience. |
These are genuine reviews from real clients on Google, sharing their experiences with our medical negligence lawyers.
At GMP Law, we’re not just fighting for compensation – we’re fighting for your right to recover, rebuild, and reclaim your life after an injury. Read our medical negligence case studies:
Case Overview Our client presented to a vascular surgeon, seeking treatment of her varicose veins in her right leg. Following the
Case Overview Our client suffered unimaginable loss following her 12-hour labour, delivering her first child by emergence caesarean. A few hours
Case Overview Our client was born with Quadriplegic Dystonic Cerebral Palsy, which was caused by complications during delivery. During labour, our
Case Overview In June 2019, our client was an admitted patient of the First Defendant when he complained of chest pain
Case Overview Our client was admitted to his local hospital to undergo an elective procedure. It was known to the Hospital
Case Overview In 2019, our client began experiencing abdominal pains and sporadic diarrhoea. Our client underwent an upper abdominal ultrasound which
Meet our dedicated team of medical negligence and personal injury lawyers in Sydney. With a 98% win rate, we specialise in helping individuals and families secure compensation across all types of medical negligence. This includes hospital errors, delayed diagnosis, surgical mistakes, and birth injuries.
Let our experienced compensation lawyers in Sydney fight for the justice and support your family deserves.
Generally, you have three years from the date of the incident or from when you first become aware of the injury. However, in some cases, this time limit can be extended up to 12 years or more.
It’s best to consult with a lawyer as soon as possible to ensure you don’t miss any critical deadlines. At GMP Law, we offer a free initial consultation to help individuals explore their options.
In Australia, medical practitioners and their employers are typically covered by professional indemnity insurance. This insurance, administered by the Department of Health and Aged Care, is what usually pays out compensation in successful medical negligence claims.
Professional indemnity insurance is available to a variety of healthcare professionals, including but not limited to:
The duration can vary significantly depending on the complexity of the case. Some claims may be resolved in as little as 12 months, while others can take several years.
At GMP Law, we strive to resolve your claim as efficiently as possible while ensuring we secure the best possible outcome for you.
Not all unfavourable medical outcomes are the result of negligence. However, it’s worth discussing your case with one of our experienced lawyers. We can help determine if there are grounds for a claim based on the specific details of your situation.
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