Rhinoplasty Negligence Claims Guide
By Lewis Cobain. Last updated 11th April 2023. In this rhinoplasty injury claims guide, we’ll provide information on when you could claim medical negligence compensation if this procedure goes wrong for you and the process of claiming. If you suffer complications from a rhinoplasty gone wrong due to the negligence of your surgeon or other medical staff then you may be entitled to compensation.
Rhinoplasty Injury Claims Guide
Rhinoplasty claims can be complicated as you will need to prove that any suffering you have endured should have been avoided and that liability for your pain lies with someone else. You should seek the advice of a personal injury lawyer to help you through the nose job claims process but this guide will give you all the information you will need to start you in the right direction.
Read on to learn all about what to do with a rhinoplasty surgery gone wrong by reading this rhinoplasty negligence claims guide. You can get free advice by:
- Calling Legal Expert on 0800 073 8804
- Using our live chat
- Starting your claim online
Choose a section
- What Is Rhinoplasty?
- Cosmetic Surgery Claims – Rhinoplasty Gone Wrong
- Botched Nose Job – How Long Do You Have To Claim?
- Ways Rhinoplasty Can Go Wrong
- Medical Negligence and Rhinoplasty Claims
- Nose Job Gone Wrong – What Should I Do?
- Who Can You Claim Against For Rhinoplasty Gone Wrong?
- What Can I Claim For Following A Failed Nose Job?
- Compensation Payouts For A Nose Job Gone Wrong
- No Win No Fee Medical Negligence Solicitors
- Helpful Links
What Is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is an operation to resize or reshape the nose. According to the NHS guide on nose reshaping surgery, rhinoplasty is performed under a general anaesthetic and depending on the aim of the surgery, the surgeon may perform several different procedures. A surgeon may remove bone as well as cartilage to ensure the nose is made smaller, or they may act to make it bigger by adding cartilage that is taken from part of the ears and possibly some bone out of the hip, skull, or even the elbow. The shape of the nose can also be changed by way of breaking the patient’s nose and reshaping it. Another procedure can amend the angle between the patient’s top lip and nose.
Rhinoplasty negligence claims may be brought against surgeons or medical practitioners if a nose job has gone wrong. A patient could be left with medical problems or prolonged pain as a result of a botched surgery, poor aftercare or the patient not being made aware of the risks of rhinoplasty before the surgery. If your nose surgery has gone wrong then you should contact a personal injury lawyer at Legal Expert to help you start your own rhinoplasty negligence compensation claims.
Cosmetic Surgery Claims – Rhinoplasty Gone Wrong
If you have suffered harm due to a bad nose job, in order to claim compensation successfully, you would need to prove that it occurred because of medical negligence. This is when a healthcare professional has failed to provide the expected standard of care, resulting in you suffering harm.
Below are some examples of when cosmetic surgery claims could potentially be made:
- You have an allergic reaction to the anaesthetic because the practitioner did not check your allergies
- You were given the wrong dosage of anaesthetic
- Due to faulty equipment, you suffered damage to your nerves
- You did not receive adequate aftercare following rhinoplasty
Don’t worry if your circumstances aren’t listed above – you could still be eligible to claim. Continue reading to find out more.
Botched Nose Job – How Long Do You Have To Claim?
Any medical negligence claim you make must be started within the relevant time limits. As per the Limitation Act 1980 you will be expected to have started your claim for a botched nose job within three years from the date the incident occurred or the date you connected the avoidable harm you experienced to medical negligence.
However, there are exceptions, such as for those under the age of 18 and those who lack the mental capacity to claim. In these instances, a litigation friend could be appointed by the courts to make the claim on the person’s behalf.
However, in the case of children, they will have three years from the date they turn 18 if no claim has been made on their behalf before this date. In the case of those who lack the mental capacity to claim, if they recover, they will have three years from the date of recovery if no claim has already been made on their behalf.
Please note, not all botched nose jobs will form the basis of a valid claim. To check whether you’re eligible to seek compensation, please get in touch on the number above. An advisor can also help you have any more questions about claims for surgical negligence leading to botched or bad nose jobs.
Ways Rhinoplasty Can Go Wrong
As with any surgery, rhinoplasty surgery can go wrong and when it does, you can be left with lasting pain and health complications. According to the NHS and the BAAPS, these are a few examples of issues that could occur with a nose job gone wrong:
- Permanent breathing difficulties
- Infections
- Cartilage damage
- Increased or reduced sensation
- Heavy, abnormal bleeding
- Allergic reactions
- Blood clots
If you are able to prove that the issue occurred due to negligence, you could potentially claim compensation for any damage caused. To find out more about what you could claim for after a rhinoplasty has gone wrong, get in touch with our advisors today.
Medical Negligence and Rhinoplasty Claims
The medical professionals who perform your rhinoplasty and look after you post-surgery have a duty of care towards you. If they fail in this duty and it results in an injury to yourself then you may be entitled to claim rhinoplasty negligence compensation as a result.
If your rhinoplasty surgery goes wrong and your nose is left looking worse or you develop a breathing condition or other health problem as a result then this can be classed as medical negligence.
Also, if you were not properly informed of the risks associated with rhinoplasty and later developed a complication then you may also be entitled to compensation as your medical professionals will have failed in their duty to ensure that you were able to make an informed decision about your surgery.
Rhinoplasty negligence claims rely on medical evidence of the condition or injury you have sustained. This is why the team at Legal Expert will ensure that you undergo a thorough medical assessment as part of your rhinoplasty compensation claim. This independent assessment will provide the evidence that will support your case for rhinoplasty negligence compensation.
Nose Job Gone Wrong – What Should I Do?
If you have been the victim of a botched nose job, we recommend you first seek the advice of a medical professional. This way, you can see if your health has been affected due to the procedure. If so, you may be able to claim.
Then, you’ll need to inform someone in a senior position at the medical facility where you were injured that you intend to make a claim against them for your pain and suffering.
You’ll also need to gather evidence that can help support your claim.
What Evidence Can I Present For Surgical Negligence Claims?
In order for surgical negligence claims to be successful, three types of evidence will likely be required:
- Evidence of the negligence
- Evidence of the injury
- Evidence of the effects of the injury
For evidence of the negligence, you could potentially gather the following:
- Photos or records of the unexpected outcome or injury that was inflicted on you
- Your medical notes, to see if they had failed to perform a necessary task
- Emails that can show they may not have properly disclosed the risks of the surgery to you
Even non-surgical rhinoplasty can have risks and the people performing the procedure will still owe you a duty of care even if they are not medical professionals.
The evidence you can collect of the injury and its harm can come in the form of
- A medical report of your injury
- Records of the financial losses caused by your injury – such as receipts, payslips or bank statements
Please reach out to one of our team for information about collecting evidence for surgery negligence claims. Get in touch with our advisors today and we can answer any questions you may have. We are available 24/7 to answer your call.
Who Can You Claim Against For Rhinoplasty Gone Wrong
If your rhinoplasty was performed for health reasons under the NHS but the surgery went wrong then you could claim against the NHS for rhinoplasty negligence compensation. The doctors in the NHS have a duty of care no matter what reasons you are having your surgery and the NHS as the medical authority has the liability to ensure that your surgery is a success so any rhinoplasty claims for compensation will be filed against the NHS.
Can You Sue A Plastic Surgeon In The UK?
If you have had rhinoplasty surgery as a cosmetic procedure then you may have gone to a private hospital with a specialised plastic surgeon. If your surgery has gone wrong and left you with complications then you can make rhinoplasty negligence claims again the private hospital in which you had your surgery or against the specific surgery that performed it.
What Can I Claim For Following A Failed Nose Job?
If you make a successful medical negligence claim for a nose job gone wrong, your settlement could include general and special damages. However, in order to be eligible for medical negligence compensation, you’ll need evidence that any harm you sustained was avoidable and caused because a medical professional breached their duty of care to you.
General damages cover the pain and suffering, both physical or psychological, caused by the medical negligence. Several factors can influence the amount you receive, including your expected recovery time, the impact on your daily activities and the severity of the harm you experienced.
Special damages are designed to put you in the same financial position you were in before you suffered from rhinoplasty gone wrong. Any out-of-pocket expenses or losses caused by medical negligence are included under this head of claim. For example, if you require time off work to recover from any harm you have sustained, you could suffer a loss of earnings. You should keep hold of your wage slips as proof of this loss.
Continue reading to find out how much compensation you could be awarded after scarring from rhinoplasty. Alternatively, speak to our advisors if you would
Compensation Payouts For A Nose Job Gone Wrong
If you have suffered harm as a result of a nose job gone wrong, you may be interested in pursuing compensation. While most cases of rhinoplasty are cosmetic and are pursued through private healthcare, some nose jobs are corrective, and are pursued through the NHS. Nose job gone wrong compensation could potentially be claimed either way.
Because of the differences between cases, we can’t provide a set average compensation payout for botched nose jobs. However, you can still get an idea of what you could receive by using the compensation calculator table we have included below.
| Injury Type | Notes | Compensation Bracket |
|---|---|---|
| Facial Disfigurement – Very Severe Scarring | Applicable to younger claimants in their teens to early 30’s where the cosmetic effect and psychological reaction is severe. | £29,780 to £97,330 |
| Facial Disfigurement – Less Severe Scarring | Substantial disfigurement with a significant psychological reaction. | £17,960 to £48,420 |
| Facial Disfigurement – Significant Scarring | Plastic surgery will have reduced the worst effects leaving only a slight cosmetic disability. | £9,110 to £30,090 |
| Facial Disfigurement – Less Significant Scarring | One singular scar, or multiple smaller scars that don’t drastically alter the person’s appearance. | £3,950 to £13,740 |
| Facial Disfigurement – Trivial Scarring | The effect of the scarring is only minor. | £1,710 to £3,530 |
| Fractures of Nose or Nasal Complex (i) | Multiple or serious fractures that will require multiple operations and will permanently damage the person’s airways. | £10,640 to £23,130 |
| Fractures of Nose or Nasal Complex (ii) | A complete recovery from displaced fractures following surgery. | £3,950 to £5,100 |
| Fractures of Nose or Nasal Complex (iii) | A simple undisplaced fracture that makes a full recovery. | £1,710 to £2,520 |
The figures shown in the table above have been taken from the latest Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). The JCG is a document that provides legal professionals with guideline compensation amounts for personal injury cases, but it’s important to remember that these figures are not guaranteed. The actual amount of compensation you may receive can vary.
To learn more about compensation payouts for a nose job gone wrong, contact our team of advisors now. They can provide a free estimated valuation of your claim, as well as free legal advice.
No Win No Fee Medical Negligence Solicitors
If you suffered due to negligence while undergoing a rhinoplasty, you may wish to make a surgery compensation claim. To help, you could instruct a No Win No Fee solicitor. Their services could be provided under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). Let’s explain what this means.
A CFA is a type of No Win No Fee agreement. Medical negligence solicitors funded in this way won’t charge for their services upfront. There won’t be any ongoing costs either. If your clinical negligence claim is successful, a legally capped success fee will be taken from your award. Should your claim not prove successful, your solicitor won’t charge for their services.
Call our advisors for a free assessment of your surgery compensation claim. If they can see that you could be entitled to compensation, they’ll connect you with our specialist medical negligence solicitors who’ll start working on your case right away. To get in touch:
- Call 0800 073 8804
- Use our live chat.
- Alternatively, start your claim online.
Helpful Links
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Find out how much you can claim for medical negligence
This page gives details of plastic or aesthetic surgeons, as well as how to verify whether they are accredited, and many other details. BAAPS also provide a wealth of information pertaining to statistics about plastic surgery and much more.
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