AESTHETIC CLAIMS
Aesthetic negligence claims
Unfortunately, the non-surgical cosmetic / aesthetic industry remains unregulated. This means that practitioners with little training or medical qualifications are attempting treatments that carry a high risk of problems when done incorrectly.
Patients find they have been advised to have procedures which were unsuitable or not done properly whilst assuming their practitioner is experienced and qualified enough to trust their direction and advice.
If you have had problems with your aesthetic treatment then get in touch, our dedicated team have an in-depth understanding of the processes and regulations surrounding aesthetic treatments and are committed to helping you when things have gone wrong.
Aesthetic claim types
We can help with all kinds of aesthetic claims.
Below are some of the most common claim areas listed:
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Aesthetic Injectables
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Anti-wrinkle injections
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Body contour injections
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Facial contour injections
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Fat dissolving injections
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Semi-permanent makeup
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Skin vitality injections
Injectable treatments
The range of aesthetic treatments involving injectable procedures is vast. With promises to perfect facial features, contour body parts, dissolve stubborn fatty deposits and rejuvenate tired skin, it is easy to see why there is such a demand for the services of aestheticians.
Unfortunately though, all injectable aesthetic treatments come with varying risks and complications even when done using the best products by the most experienced of hands.
When treatments go, or are done, wrong, results can range from the patient experiencing pain, sickness and discomfort to being hospitalised and in need of corrective surgery.
Can I make a claim?
Your aesthetician should take all reasonable precautions to carrying out procedures safely, correctly and with transparency of common risks involved.
If the person responsible for your treatment has neglected their duty of care, made a mistake or used the incorrect products on you, then you may be eligible to make a compensation claim against them.
KNOWN COMPLICATIONS
Aesthetic injectable treatments
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Allergic reactions
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Blood clots
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Disfigurement
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Drooping areas
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Headaches
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Infections
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Lumps or uneven feeling
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Nerve damage
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Scarring
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Swelling, tenderness & bruising
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Tissue death - Necrosis
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On-surface skin treatments
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Chemical peels
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Laser and light treatments
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Pigmentation fix
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Skin rejuvenation
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Winkle treatments
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Tattoo removal
Chemical peels and laser treatments penetrate and target deeper dermal layers of the skin to alter it's appearance. Due to the strength of products and delicacy of the skin, such procedures bring an enhanced risk of adverse reactions like burns, scarring or allergic reactions.
For this reason, patch tests and/or health screenings should to be completed as a part of your treatment viability assessments.
Can I make a claim?
The administration of chemical peels or laser treatments to the skin should be done by a well trained individual who understands your skin type and needs.
If the application of your treatment has been done incorrectly, if an unsuitable product has been used or if you have not been screened properly then we can help.
KNOWN COMPLICATIONS
Skin peels, laser & light treatments
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Allergic reactions
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Burns
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Disfigurement
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Infections
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Scarring
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Swelling, tenderness & bruising
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Tissue damage
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Vision impairment
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The consultation process
A proper consultation, with a qualified advisor, will leave you understanding the risks involved and the likelihood of potential side effects. Where necessary, patch tests will be done to assess your suitability and you will be asked to sign a consent form before treatment begins.
In instances involving prescription medications (such as botox treatments), the consultation can only been done by a person holding a prescribing license so it is important to know your practitioner's qualifications and also whether the substances used for your treatment are prescription only medications.
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Medical history and safety checks
Your medical history must be discussed before treatment begins. It is paramount that it is understood - with special attention paid to whether the patient has a history of skin irritations, allergic reactions or breakouts - before authorising the suitability of a procedure.
Although there is an obvious need for safety checks, it is common that this step is overlooked by both prescriber and practitioner as a means of saving time and inconvenience.
To do this is both wrong and risky as is a sign of the aesthetic practitioner being negligent in their duty of care.
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Signing a consent form
Before having a treatment, your practitioner should have taken reasonable measures to ensure that you have been made aware of the risks involved in the procedure being done.
Once you understand and acknowledge the potential problems, you should be asked to sign a document known as a "consent form" to confirm your choice to go ahead with the treatment irrespective of the risks involved.
This authorisation shows you have given "informed consent" to the procedure. This will protect the practitioner from some of the issues that may arise from treatment however, it will not protect them if they have acted in a wrongful or negligent way.
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Your practitioner's qualifications
While the aesthetic industry remains unregulated, there are no mandatory, entry level, official qualifications that certify a person's ability to practice injectables and other skin treatments safely.
In aesthetics, the only area where qualifications are required comes with treatments that involve prescription only medications such as botox. Due to the drug being prescribed, the consultation has to be done by a doctor, dentist or nurse who holds an additional V300 prescribing license.
If your practitioner is not qualified to prescribe, then they are not supposed to do a consultation to assesses your viability for prescription products; instead, your consultation should have been done in person by their prescriber.
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Your condition and injuries get assessed.
Rehabilitation
To speed up your recovery.
Specialist provisions
Funding for special needs and requirements
YOUR RECOVERY MATTERS
Where needed, your solicitor will seek to recover funding for specialist treatments, including private surgery, as part of your injury claim.
This enables you to get private procedures which are otherwise unavailable or have long waiting times with the NHS.
Your requirements get assessed early on so parts of your rehabilitation can commence as soon as possible.
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Who is my aesthetic claim against?
Understanding the consultation process and your practitioner's qualifications can sometimes be the key to knowing who your aesthetic claim will be against.
If your treatment involved prescription products and the person treating you does not hold a prescription license, then it is the prescriber who is responsible for the outcome.
Even though the prescriber may not have done your treatment, they have the responsibility to ensure that the treatment is being done in a competent way.
If you have not had prescription drugs yet your treatment has been done in a negligent way then your practitioner will be responsible.
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Patch tests explained
What is a patch test?
Certain procedures such as laser treatments, semi-permanent makeup, hair dye and chemical peels, require a pre-treatment patch test to check for allergies and skin reactions.
With minimal time and effort, a small amount of the product is administered to a tiny area of the skin and left, usually for 24 hours, to see if an adverse reaction occurs. If you have had a reaction without having had a patch test, then get in touch as it is likely you have a case to make a claim.
Did I need to have a patch test?
A patch test gives both the patient and the practitioner the foresight to understand how the individual's skin is likely to react before a substantially higher volume of product used.
The European standard series of allergens is considered as a baseline for how a patch test should be carried out. If you have had a reaction without having had a patch test, then get in touch as it is likely you have a case to make a claim.
What is a dermatologist?
Dermatologists are qualified medical doctors and surgeons which specialise in skin related matters.
Below is a link to a guide made by the British Association of Dermatologists which advises on the correct patch testing methods and requirements.
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Are there time limits to claiming for an injury?
In most instances, adults have 3 years to make a claim.
It is always advisable to start your claim as soon as reasonably possible. By doing this, you will ensure that your solicitor has plenty of time to navigate any set backs along the way and in turn, this will also increase your case prospects.
It is worth noting that some cases take longer than others to complete and, if left too long, you could potentially hinder your chances of success.
How long does it take to claim?
We usually know whether we can help you within one phone call.
If you are happy to go ahead, then your solicitors will commence work within 24 hours of receiving your authorisation.
The duration that your entire claim takes to complete is largely dependent on the complexity of your case and the severity of your injuries.
How much will I get?
Your compensation award covers your injuries and reimbursement for the financial losses that you have had, or that you are to have, as a result of the accident.
The amount you get directly correlates with the severity of your injury and the duration of suffering that you are expected to have.
The compensation that you get for your injury is known as general damages and the award you get for your financial costs and losses is known as special damages.
Who pays for my compensation?
In most instances, the defendant will have insurance that pays out in the event of an accident occurring.
It is their insurer that deals with your claim correspondence and pays for your compensation.
If you believe the person who was at fault didn't have insurance, it may still be possible to claim.