Cancer Misdiagnosis Solicitors

If you or a loved one has suffered due to a delayed or incorrect cancer diagnosis, our specialist cancer misdiagnosis solicitors in Hampshire can help you understand your legal options and pursue compensation.

At Lamb Brooks, we focus on serious cancer misdiagnosis claims where delays, errors, or failures in medical care have led to avoidable harm, more advanced disease, or limited treatment options. We recognise the life-changing impact of cancer negligence and provide clear, honest advice on whether your case has strong prospects of success.

You may be able to make a claim if your medical care fell below acceptable standards and caused harm. This can include situations such as:

• Your cancer was misdiagnosed or diagnosed late
• You were incorrectly diagnosed with cancer
• A GP failed to refer you for further tests or scans
• Test results were misinterpreted
• There were delays in treatment or care

For more information on spotting medical negligence, read our blog: 6 Signs You May Have a Medical Negligence Case.

To make a successful claim, it must be shown that:

1. A duty of care existed
2. That duty was breached
3. The breach caused avoidable harm

Our specialist cancer claims solicitors here at Lamb Brooks can assess your case and advise you on the strength of your claim.

We handle a wide range of cancer claims, including:

• Cancer misdiagnosis claims
• Delayed diagnosis claims
• Failure to diagnose cancer
• Incorrect treatment or surgical errors
• Failure to act on screening results

Types of cancer that are commonly misdiagnosed

There are over 200 different types of cancer (according Cancer Research UK) and it is becoming an increasingly common disease, with someone in the UK being diagnosed with cancer every two minutes. Early detection is crucial, as many cancers can be successfully treated if identified in time.

However, some cancers are harder to detect due to vague or overlapping symptoms. Delays in cancer diagnosis or referral for further tests can allow cancer to progress, reducing treatment options and affecting outcomes. In some cases, cancer may also be misdiagnosed as a less serious condition.

Cancers most commonly linked to delayed or missed diagnosis include:

These cancers are often diagnosed at a later stage if symptoms are not properly investigated.

If you or a loved one has been affected by a delayed cancer diagnosis, support and compensation may be available to help with the impact on your life and future.

If your claim is successful, you may receive compensation for:

• Pain and suffering
• Loss of earnings
• Medical and care costs
• Travel expenses
• Future financial losses

Six-figure settlement for delayed lung cancer diagnosis

Representing a lady who had a delayed diagnosis of lung cancer. Sadly a scan 3 years previous was interpreted incorrectly resulting in a failure to refer for further assessment which would have led to an earlier diagnosis. The delayed diagnosis meant that curable surgery was no longer an option and sadly she passed away. The Trust admitted responsibility and a six-figure settlement was achieved.

Late testicular cancer diagnosis led to intensive treatment and a substantial settlement

Acting for a young man who had a delayed diagnosis of testicular cancer. He required intensive treatment including surgery and chemotherapy and suffered PTSD. The Trust admitted responsibility and a substantial settlement was achieved.

The average cancer misdiagnosis settlement figure can vary largely depending on the circumstances. Less severe cases may result in smaller payouts, while serious cases involving significant harm can result in substantial compensation of six-figures or more.