Are you thinking about making a dental negligence claim? Maybe your experiencing on-going pain or have just been told you need further treatment after something went wrong.
For many people, it’s not just about the compensation. It’s about understanding what actually happened? And could it have been avoided? And now choosing a law firm can feel like another big decision at an already difficult time. But we are to help you feel informed and confident about what to do next, so you can make the right decision for you.
For a dental negligence case to succeed, it’s important to establish some key points:
- what treatment you received
- what should reasonably have been done instead
- did the care fall below an acceptable standard
- and did that directly cause the problems you’re now facing
Why our approach at the Dental Law Partnership is different
Most law firms in the UK that take on dental negligence cases, take them on alongside a wide range of other claims like workplace injury claims, housing or family law claims. And often, they bring in external dental expertise later in the process to help review records and provide expert reports.
Dental treatments can be complex, and ensuring small details are spotted early on in dental records or in the decision-making process, can make a big difference to your claim.
A team of in-house Dentists and Solicitors
At the Dental Law Partnership, we believe dental negligence should be handled differently. Since we established in 2000, our solicitors have always worked closely with our in-house dentists on every claim. And from the very beginning of the claims process:
- dental records are reviewed by someone with dental expertise
- key issues are identified early
- and the legal strategy is shaped around a clear understanding of the treatment involved
This means we can assess your claim more thoroughly and move it forward more efficiently without unnecessary delays in the process.
How Can this Help During my Dental Claim Process
By having legal and dental expertise working side by side during your dental negligence claim, it has a real impact on how your case is handled and how quickly you can get answers to the growing number of questions you may have. At the Dental Law Partnership:
Earlier clarity: We review your case with clinical insight straight away, so we can often give you a clearer view early on as to whether your treatment may have been negligent and point you in the direction of further support even if that is not us.
Our specialist focus: Our solicitors work solely on dental negligence, focusing exclusively on dental negligence claims, this ensures a deep understanding of dental law and the specifics of negligent dental treatment.
A more streamlined process: As everything is handled in-house at DLP, there is less delay and no disconnect between the clinical and legal sides of your case. You can read more about our success stories here.
A supportive experience: We understand that making a claim can feel like a big step. Our role is to offer you clear and honest guidance from initial enquiry to settlement and beyond. Our clients benefit from a team that understands the pain, emotional, and financial impact of negligent dental treatment, and we can provide tailored care and support throughout the entirety of your claims journey.
What Sets Us Apart
This unique approach, developed by our managing directors who are both dentists turned solicitors, sets us apart. Allowing us to effectively handle cases throughout England and Wales.
By bringing dentists and solicitors together on every case, we’re able to approach claims with a level of depth and expertise that’s difficult to achieve otherwise. Still unsure? We’re always happy to talk things through with you.
Considering your options?
If you’re exploring your options for a dental negligence claim at the moment, it’s worth looking beyond just a firm’s experience. Consider how they approach these cases:
- Do they fully understand the clinical side of what’s happened?
- Can they explain it clearly to you in plain English?
- Are they set up to build your case as strongly as possible from the outset?
Our combination of legal and dental expertise is often what makes the biggest difference and something we pride ourselves on.