Our reports
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Liability
Whether the care given fell below the standard reasonably expected, and what followed from that.
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Condition and Prognosis
The claimant's current condition, their likely recovery, and what care they will need.
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Coroner Inquest
Evidence prepared for the coroner, and expert attendance at inquest where required.
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Fitness to Practise
Clinical opinion for regulatory proceedings before the NMC, HCPC and GMC.
What to expect
CPR Compliant
Full CPR compliant reports provided for litigation.
Screening Reports
Screening reports can be provided for advisory purposes.
Reporting Etiquette
Reports are clear, logically structured, and well informed.
Valuable Feedback
Feedback from clients and barristers allow us to excel at what we do.
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Frequently Asked Questions
GMS & Associates have an extensive range of Medico-Legal report types, so we've got you covered, no matter the case. When creating a letter of approach, please ensure you provide as much information as possible so that our team can provide the most effective and efficient service. Having this information to hand also allows us to calculate accurate fee estimates for you.
Do you have sample reports?
Yes. Should you require an example of a specific report type, do not hesitate to get in touch with our team who will be more than happy to send you a sample.
What is your average report turnaround time?
Report times vary depending on the type of report, the experts we have available and the requirements for each individual case. The standard time frame for our Limited Screening reports is 2-4 weeks. A full liability report will typically be submitted within 8 - 10 weeks.
We are renowned for meeting deadlines. If you require an urgent report or are working on a limited time frame, we will strive to accommodate you and do all we can to meet your needs. This will be subject to expert availability.
What is the expert's Claimant/Defendant Split?
We are dedicated to ensuring that our experts carry out exemplary professional practice, remaining independent, impartial and objective. We maintain as close to a 50/50 split as is possible and strive to ensure this is also the case for each of our associates. To find out more about a specific experts Claimant/Defendant split, do not hesitate to contact our team.
How much will a report cost?
On response to your enquiry, we will liaise with you to discuss your personal requirements and any other determining factors. For example, the volume of records to be reviewed, the number of allegations and travel costs to the location of the Claimant. We take all of this information into account before preparing a detailed fee estimate that is specific to each case, to ensure that both parties are satisfied. Contact us to discuss a case.