NHS Urged to Investigate Lawyers' Fees
The National Audit Office (NAO) has recommended that NHS Resolution investigate the level of fees claimant clinical negligence lawyers deduct from clients' damages.
This is part of efforts to control the cost of claims, as the Department for Health & Social Care (DHSC) has accepted the need to manage clinical negligence costs more effectively.
The NAO will advise ministers on the drivers of costs, how to manage spending on clinical negligence and the potential merits of reform options.
Key Points:
- NHS Resolution should investigate lawyers' fees deducted from clients' damages.
- The Department for Health & Social Care has accepted the need to manage clinical negligence costs more effectively.
Author's summary: NHS urged to investigate lawyers' fees to control claim costs.
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