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Medical Negligence Lawyers Perth
Suffering harm due to substandard medical care in Western Australia is a serious matter that deserves expert legal representation. Our medical negligence lawyers Perth at Gajic Lawyers have the experience and expert networks to assess your claim, build a strong case, and pursue maximum compensation under WA law — on a No Win No Fee basis. Call 1800 318 002 for a free, confidential consultation.
Medical Negligence Law in Western Australia
Medical negligence claims in WA are governed by the Civil Liability Act 2002 (WA), which sets out the framework for establishing that a medical professional breached the standard of care owed to a patient, and that breach caused the patient’s harm. The WA Act incorporates specific provisions for professional liability, including the requirement for expert evidence establishing the applicable standard of care.
Medical negligence claims can involve doctors, surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses, hospitals, allied health professionals, and medical institutions across Perth and regional WA — including major hospitals such as Royal Perth Hospital, Sir Charles Gairdner, Fiona Stanley, Joondalup Health Campus, and private hospitals throughout the metropolitan area.
Types of Medical Negligence Claims We Handle in Perth
- Surgical errors and negligent operative technique
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of cancer, stroke, or cardiac conditions
- Medication errors and pharmacy negligence
- Birth trauma — injuries to mother or newborn due to obstetric negligence
- Anaesthetic awareness or anaesthetic complications
- Failure to obtain proper informed consent
- Negligent emergency department treatment
- Psychiatric negligence and improper mental health treatment
What Compensation Can You Claim for Medical Negligence in WA?
- General damages for pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life (capped under the WA Civil Liability Act)
- Past and future medical, hospital, and rehabilitation expenses
- Loss of income and future earning capacity
- Domestic assistance and care costs
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to the negligence
If your medical negligence has resulted in permanent disability affecting your ability to work, you may also have a TPD claim through your superannuation. Our Perth team will assess all available claims in one consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions — Medical Negligence Lawyers Perth
How long do I have to make a medical negligence claim in WA?
Generally 3 years from the date you became aware (or should have become aware) of the negligence, under the Limitation Act 2005 (WA). Time limits can be extended in limited circumstances. Contact us urgently if you have concerns.
How do I prove my doctor was negligent?
You need expert medical evidence from a practitioner in the same specialty confirming the applicable standard of care was breached. Our Perth lawyers work with leading WA and national medical experts to build your case.
Contact Our Medical Negligence Lawyers Perth Today
Suffered harm from negligent medical care in Perth or WA? Call Gajic Lawyers on 1800 318 002 for a free, confidential consultation. No Win No Fee — our medical negligence lawyers Perth will pursue your claim at no upfront cost to you.