2023, issue 27

"Help! I'm being sued!" What to expect when you receive a claim

Dr Claire Wratten
Whether it arrives out of the blue or you have an inkling it’s on its way, receiving a claim for clinical negligence is not a pleasant experience.

We're notified of hundreds of new claims each year but, on average, less than 1% go to trial.

Learn and develop

Managing conflict between doctors and patients

This page was correct at publication on 10/07/2023. Any guidance is intended as general guidance for members only. If you are a member and need specific advice relating to your own circumstances, please contact one of our advisers.

Dr Claire Wratten
Deputy Head of Claims Handling

Dr Claire Wratten joined the MDU in 2006 from a background in nephrology and general medicine.

Lee Lewis
Technical Claims Controller

Lee joined the MDU in 2004 from a background in the insurance industry.