Around 268,000 people living in the UK today have been diagnosed with bowel cancer.
Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK, with 94% occurring in men and women over the age of 50.
Over half of cases are not diagnosed until they are in the later stage of the disease.
Bowel cancer is also called colorectal cancer. It affects the large bowel/colon, usually when pre-cancerous polyps (growths) become cancerous.
In some cases it can spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system and the bloodstream.
The risks of getting bowel cancer depend on factors such as:
Medical mistakes or delays in diagnosis can be very serious. We’ve dealt with cases such as:
Firstly, making a complaint raises awareness of mistakes being made – something which is sadly common when it comes to bowel cancer. It may even encourage others to have symptoms investigated earlier.
Secondly, a missed or delayed diagnosis can be an extremely stressful time – physically, emotionally and financially. A compensation award might just take the pressure off, allowing you the time and space you need to deal with what’s going on and focus on your recovery.
Our expert solicitors have dealt with a lot of claims like these. They understand the legal complexities involved and know how to build a case that will help you achieve maximum compensation.
We also offer a No Win No Fee service for medical negligence claims in England and Wales.
Only pay a fee if you receive compensation
Where we offer No Win No Fee services typically customers pay 25%* of the amount recovered by our solicitors, although this will be subject to your individual circumstances and the actual fee may be less than this. Success fees are common practice and they were introduced when the law changed in April 2013.
First4Lawyers are an award-winning claims management company with a track record of delivering service that our clients love.
*Excluding Road Traffic Accident related claims where the accident happened on or after 31st May 2021. Here customers you will typically pay 30% + VAT due to changes introduced through Civil Liability Act 2018.
That very much depends on the level of negligence and how it has affected your life and your future. Have a chat with our legal advisors and they will offer you help tailored to your individual circumstances.
You usually have three years from the ‘date of knowledge’ to make a medical negligence claim.
It’s a good idea to keep a written record of what has happened, including dates, circumstances and any other evidence.
Or just get in touch with us for a free consultation and we can take it from there. You’re under no pressure or obligation to take it any further unless you wish to do so.
