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Loss of Sight Claims
Losing your sight completely or going partially blind is a traumatic event for you and your loved ones. If it happened to you because of medical negligence during an operation or other procedure, you could make a loss of sight claim for the compensation you deserve.
Eye treatments are usually performed with the utmost precision and care, but sometimes, healthcare providers make mistakes that cause patients to lose their vision. Not only does this impact your ability to see, but it also impacts your lifestyle, job, independence, and much more.
To help ease financial pressures this may bring, you may be able to get compensation for the medical negligence you or a loved one experienced.
If you think you may have a claim, get in touch with us, and we'll do all we can to help.
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Loss of sight caused by medical negligence happens when your healthcare provider misdiagnoses, delays a diagnosis, or makes a mistake during a procedure that results in the loss of your sight. This could mean:
Missing symptoms that resulted in sight loss
Performing poor laser eye treatment that resulted in sight loss
Making a mistake during surgery that resulted in sight loss
Not giving you the correct information about a surgery that resulted in sight loss
If you think you might have lost your sight because of medical negligence, get in touch with us today, because you may be able to claim for surgical negligence.
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In the UK, you generally have three years to make your claim, which is why you need to proceed as soon as you can.
The three years will start from the date of the negligent treatment, or it can be three years from the date you became aware that you received negligent treatment, which resulted in a loss of sight.
There are exceptions to this rule, though. For example, if the claimant lacks mental capacity, there tends to be no time limit. A child has three years from their 18th birthday to bring a claim themselves, meaning the limit extends to their 21st birthday.
To help you understand your specific time limit, get in touch with our team today and get the ball rolling.
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The amount you're likely to receive when you make your claim varies enormously, depending on the severity of your sight loss.
Every sight loss case is different, so the final payout will be based on your individual circumstances. The amount tends to be higher the more serious your loss of sight is and the effect it has on your life.
Other factors, such as the number of eyes affected, your age, and potential future sight deterioration, will also impact the final settlement.
The compensation is awarded to put the claimant back in the position they would have been in had the negligence never occurred. It's not to punish the healthcare provider.
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Absolutely you can! Our lawyers work on a no-win, no-fee basis, so there is no risk to you or your family's finances when you make a claim.
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talk about your situation
Losing your sight, whether that's fully or partially, is a life-altering event that has a devastating impact on the victim and their families.
Sight loss can happen because of a range of medical reasons, such as serious accidents, infections, or major operations. But if you lost your sight during a medical procedure or surgery, and you didn't know it was a risk, you may be a victim of medical negligence.
While this may be unavoidable in big surgeries, sometimes you may lose your sight because your healthcare provider was negligent. This means your sight loss could have been prevented with proper medical care.
If you have become blind or partially lost your sight because of one of the following reasons, you may be able to claim surgical negligence if your healthcare provider:
Gave inappropriate guidance on a procedure, while not informing you of the proper risks: You must be given the whole picture before undergoing any kind of surgery, procedure, or treatment that could result in the loss of your vision.
Performed poor laser treatment or corrective eye surgery: If your healthcare provider made mistakes that resulted in a loss of vision.
Made a surgical error: If your healthcare provider made an error during eye muscle surgery, retina reattachments, transplants, and more, which resulted in a loss of vision.
Misdiagnosed or delayed a diagnosis: If your healthcare provider ignored symptoms, didn't refer you to a specialist, or missed signs of a surgical site infection that resulted in a loss of vision.
Glaucoma: Glaucoma, if left untreated, can lead to serious visual loss
Every loss of sight case is different, and if your specific situation has not been listed, you may still have a claim.
When you may be able to make a claim
To get confirmation, get in touch with our professional lawyers today, and they'll help
determine whether you have a claim. To get peace of mind, give us a call today.
Making a loss of sight claim can be overwhelming, but our team of professional lawyers are here to help you navigate through this confusing time.
Get in touch with us today to talk through the details of your circumstances in a free initial consultation with one of our friendly lawyers. They'll also answer any immediate questions you may have about the process.
How We Can Help
Three Year Claim Limit
There is a three-year time limit on making a compensation claim for loss of sight. As soon as you’re aware that medical negligence has taken place, which resulted in loss of sight, it's important to speak to one of our specialist solicitors.
We understand the stress you or a loved one is currently experiencing, which is why our team will do all they can to help you achieve a positive outcome.
Contact our surgical negligence solicitors today for a chat and to arrange your free consultation.
We know you're going through a difficult time, which is why our medical negligence solicitors in Plymouth are here to help you through.
Our team are experts in surgical negligence, and will take great care when handling your case. Not only are they excellent lawyers, they're sensitive to your situation, too, and they'll do all they can to help you achieve your desired outcome.
We recognise that no two situations are the same, and we will offer personalised support for your individual case.
Why choose Nash & Co Solicitors?
Our client-first approach ensures you're comfortable with each stage of the process. We'll never use complicated legal jargon that leaves you confused. Instead, we'll help you understand all the details clearly and concisely.
We're also be in regular contact with you, so you're never left wondering what’s happening and what the next step is.
Our client-first approach
Our team of specialist lawyers works on a no-win, no-fee basis, meaning there is absolutely no financial risk to you or your family.
We won't ask you to make any upfront costs, and you won't have to pay a penny out of your own pocket. We may even be able to get you some interim payments to help pay for any medical treatments needed.
In your free consultation, we can explain how your claim will be funded in more detail.
To find out whether you're able to make a surgical negligence claim, please call us on 01752 827085. You’ll be able to speak to one of our qualified and expert solicitors immediately. There’s absolutely no obligation to do anything, but the sooner you know what your options are, the better it will be for you.
Additional support
Loss of sight compensation claims FAQs
Below, we have addressed the most commonly asked questions about loss of sight compensations and claims.
If you have any other questions that aren't answered here, don't hesitate to contact us.
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Yes, it's possible to claim for someone else who is unable to do so themselves. The most common examples are:
Claiming for a child: Children can't legally claim themselves until they reach 18, so a parent or legal guardian can do this for them. If a settlement is not reached sooner, the child has until their 21st birthday to claim.
Claiming on behalf of someone with limited mental capacity: A loved one can make a claim on their behalf, and there is usually no time limit in these cases.
Claiming on behalf of a deceased relative: If your loved one has died as a result of medical negligence by a healthcare provider, you can pursue a claim for them.
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When you decide to make a loss of sight claim, our first step is to listen carefully to your experience and gather the details of what happened.
We’ll then review your medical records and seek expert opinions to determine whether the care you received fell below expected standards.
If we believe you have a strong case, we’ll guide you through the claims process.
In many cases, claims are settled without the need to go to court. If your case does proceed further, we’ll represent you at every stage. Throughout the process, our aim is to make things as straightforward as possible, keeping you informed and supporting you from start to finish.
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Because of the varying circumstances that are specific to you, there is no fixed average payout for a loss of sight claim. Each payout is based on the severity of the claim.
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If you think you might have a loss of sight claim, but are not completely sure, we would strongly recommend that you get in touch with our expert surgical negligence lawyers today. They'll be able to advise you on whether or not you can make a claim.
A person can usually make a claim if they can prove their sight loss is a result of medical negligence. This could be at a doctor's appointment, during treatment, or during surgery.
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You will need to prove that your sight loss was caused by medical negligence by a healthcare professional.
Our lawyers will discuss with you the exact documents you'll need for your case, but you'll usually need your medical records, witness statements, proof of loss of finances, and more.
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Every loss of sight claim is different, so there is no set time frame from claim to settlement. Complex claims can take years, while simpler claims where liability is accepted quickly can be settled faster—time frames are on a case-by-case basis.
Once your lawyer understands more about your case, they may be able to guide you on a rough time frame, and they will be sure to update you throughout the process.
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Yes, you can sue the NHS if you have sight loss as a result of medical negligence by an NHS healthcare provider.
You can do this through our team of expert lawyers here at Nash & Co Solicitors. For more information on how you can make a claim, contact us today, and we'll do what we can to help.
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We completely understand if you feel this way, given the problems the NHS is facing in our current climate.
However, a body called NHS Resolution handles claims against the health authority. The government set up this organisation to handle compensation claims.
NHS Resolution is an independent body and essentially acts as an insurance provider for NHS Trusts. Every year, each Trust will pay an amount to NHS Resolution, just like you do for car or home insurance.
When a successful claim is made, NHS Resolution makes the compensation payout on behalf of the Trust concerned. This means that your claim won’t take money away from other patients being treated.
If you have any more questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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We know this is a difficult time for families, which is why our team of expert lawyers is here to help and support you from your initial enquiry to the end of your case.
Not only are they exceptional lawyers, but they're also extremely sensitive to your situation, helping you through this next stage with personalised support, excellent communication, and all the details you need to feel comfortable during these next steps.
If you think you have a claim and would like to discuss it with a professional, get in touch with our team today.
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If you don’t think you’re getting the level of service or satisfactory advice from your current solicitor, we’d be happy to discuss switching your case to Nash & Co Solicitors. Just call our team on 01752 827085 or contact us online.
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