Liability for medical errors | Free advice

Questioner

On February 21st I was diagnosed with cancer, before that I contacted the family doctor 3 times (on February 3rd and 14th). The first two times on urgent advice of the dentist where the resident doctor did not notice anything and the 3rd time I was sent to bed by the doctor's assistant despite my protests and told that I 'just had the flu' and would not get an appointment. On February 21, I ended up in intensive care via the emergency room. On February 22, Acute Myeloid Leukemia was diagnosed. I have been left with lasting consequences from this. I have now started a complaints procedure through the umbrella foundation. To what extent can I hold the practice liable? To what extent can I demand solutions, explanations and bring the case to court? What steps can I take myself? Where can I get independent medical expertise in such situations? Am I eligible for financial compensation from the other party for the suffering I have suffered? Please advise

Lawyer

What an unpleasant situation you have found yourself in. First of all, I wish you much strength. You can hold your doctor liable if he made a mistake. In your case, it seems that the doctor made a wrong diagnosis. Especially now that your dentist did notice that something was wrong. If you have suffered damage due to the GP's mistake, you can recover this. You can also claim compensation for pain and suffering. Very wise of you to have already filed a complaint. If the complaint is upheld you will be in a stronger position to claim compensation. Because medical errors are often legally difficult matters, I advise you to seek expert help to assist you.

Questioner

Thank you for your advice and explanation