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Breach & Causation
A medical negligence report establishes whether a healthcare professional’s care fell below the acceptable standard and if that specific failure directly resulted in the claimant’s injury or worsened their prognosis. This dual-assessment is the foundation of any clinical negligence claim.
Overview
When this report is required
- To determine if a healthcare professional’s conduct fell below the Bolam standard
- To establish a “but for” link between a specific medical error and the resulting harm
- To assess whether a breach made a material contribution to a claimant’s disability
- To provide the necessary medical evidence required to serve a Letter of Claim
What the expert assesses
- Breach of Duty
- Causation
- Material Contribution
- Bolam and Bolitho Compliance
- Prognosis and Remoteness of Damage
Report specification
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assessment Setting | Desktop Reviewm, Clinic |
| Court Acceptance | County Court, High Court |
| Compliance | CPR Part 35 |
CPR Part 35 Compliant
Digital Delivery
Urgent Instructions
Specialist expertise
Clinical Negligence Experts
Surgical Witnesses
General Practitioners
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on
its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will
review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.