Malignant melanoma /skin cancer compensation

If you have been affected by the delayed or misdiagnosis of malignant melanoma - a kind of skin cancer - the expert clinical negligence solicitors at JMW can help you claim the compensation you deserve.

Malignant melanoma tends to be more aggressive than other skin cancers and the spread of melanomas to other parts of the body, especially the lymph nodes and liver, is common. Therefore early diagnosis may be essential for survival.

To speak to our solicitors about making a claim for skin cancer negligence, call 0800 054 6512 or complete our online enquiry form.

What is malignant melanoma?

A malignant melanoma (skin cancer) is a tumour of the pigmented cells of the skin.

Melanomas usually occur in the skin and excessive exposure to sunlight is thought to be a contributory factor. Melanomas are relatively uncommon, accounting for about 1% of cancers in the U.K. However, the incidence has been increasing recently possibly due to increased exposure to sunlight.

After initial assessment by the specialist to confirm diagnosis, surgery is essential. Removal of the tumour requires specialist surgery to protect the surrounding normal tissue. This is crucial to ensure all affected cells are removed, as recurrence is common following inadequate resection.

Prompt diagnosis, referral and treatment are the key to the successful management of malignant melanomas.

Delayed & misdiagnosis of malignant melanoma

The most common compensation claims we see are those where a GP has failed to refer a patient to hospital and wrongly claimed the symptoms are nothing to worry about.

In addition, negligence can occur if the cancerous mole is not fully removed in surgery.

If you want to claim compensation for your suffering, the team here at JMW will give you the best possible chance of achieving a successful outcome. Claiming damages for clinical negligence is a specialist area of law which requires solicitors who have specific training and experience in medical negligence compensation claims.

Contact JMW

If you believe you are a victim of medical negligence, contact our specialist team for confidential, free legal advice via our online enquiry form, or call us on 0800 054 6512.