Medical Law

Medical negligence

17/11/2025

Navigating complex coronial investigations requires precision and expertise. At McInnes Wilson’s Medical Law team, we consistently deliver trusted legal guidance on issues of medical negligence and the evolving landscape of healthcare accountability. Our proven approach not only supports professionals referring challenging cases but also drives meaningful client outcomes. Learn more about the latest legal trends shaping our industry.

Read more in our blog:
https://medical-law.com.au/blog/when-medical-treatment-goes-wrong-understanding-your-rights-and-the-coronial-process-in-queensland/

10/11/2025

Complex legal and medical matters don't need to be explained in complex ways.
Tamara’s experience with our team highlights what we believe is essential: legal expertise delivered in language that makes sense to you.

03/11/2025

Signing a form does not mean you gave up your right to:

• Understand what's being done.
• Know about other treatment options.
• Ask questions about risks.
• Receive care that meets medical standards.

Consent forms are important, but they don't replace the need for genuine understanding and proper care.

Being informed is your right, not a privilege.

💬 What questions do you wish you'd asked before a procedure? Share your experience below which could help someone else.

28/10/2025

Knowledge is power when it comes to your health.

Are you confident you're asking the right questions before your next medical procedure? From understanding risks to exploring alternatives, being informed helps you make the best decisions for YOUR body.

Download our FREE guide on our website: "Questions to Ask Before Any Medical Procedure" and become your own best health advocate.

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20/10/2025

In 2024, the Courier-Mail reported on an investigation into events at Redland Hospital, first ordered in 2020. It examined claims that patients faced delays in being told whether cancer had been detected during screenings.

The report came out after the standard three-year time limit for medical negligence claims had passed. The Queensland Government said steps would be taken so certain cases would still be considered despite the time limit.

This case shows how limitation periods work under Queensland medical negligence law and how government policy can apply in exceptional situations.

General information only. Not legal advice.

16/10/2025

In Australia, medical negligence claims have strict time limits. In many cases, you must start proceedings within a set number of years from when the incident happened or was discovered.

Medical records, witness statements and expert reports are often crucial in proving a claim. Preserving this evidence early can be critical to getting the facts right.

General information only. Not legal advice.

13/10/2025

Different legal matters have their own rules and steps.

in medical negligence cases, it is about asking the right questions of your treatment providers and understanding why what you were told
would result has not occurred.

Knowing these factors is the start of the journey whether the legal criteria for a successful claim can occur. Independent expert review of your matter can determine if the law will support an outcome to your situation.

General information only. Not legal advice.

09/10/2025

Medical negligence matters often involve complex legal and factual issues.

These can include reviewing extensive medical records, obtaining independent expert opinions and understanding how specific legal principles apply in a healthcare context.

Because these processes can be technical and time-sensitive many people choose to seek legal assistance to navigate the requirements.

General information only. Not legal advice.

06/10/2025

While some medical outcomes are unavoidable certain patterns have been observed in situations involving preventable adverse events that result in long-term consequences.

• Delayed or missed diagnosis
• Failure to review imaging post-surgery
• Failure to check the surgical outcome occurred
• Entrapment or cutting of nerves in surgery
• Failure to organise appropriate investigations

In time-sensitive conditions such as stroke even brief delays in treatment can influence outcomes.

This is general information only and does not constitute legal advice.

02/10/2025

In Queensland not every death results in a coronial inquest.

Under the Coroners Act 2003, an inquest may be held when a death is sudden, unexplained or happens in circumstances that need further investigation.

This can include:

-Deaths during or shortly after medical care where the cause is unclear
-Deaths where there are questions about whether proper procedures were followed
-Deaths where medical or factual records contain inconsistencies

The coroner decides whether to hold an inquest based on the law and the available evidence.

General information only. Not legal advice.

29/09/2025

A coronial inquest is a formal investigation by a coroner to find out how and why a death occurred.

Inquests happen in certain situations. For example, when a death is sudden, unexplained or occurs under unusual circumstances. This may include deaths during medical care, in custody or in a workplace.

General information only. Not legal advice.

26/09/2025

When medical treatment doesn’t go as expected, your focus is understandably on recovery and understanding what happened.

In Queensland, there are strict legal timeframes for taking action in matters involving alleged medical negligence.

These time limits apply regardless of the circumstances and once they pass legal options may no longer be available.

Understanding how these timeframes work, including when they start and whether exceptions apply is important for anyone seeking general information about their legal rights.

This is general information only and does not constitute legal advice.

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