Cancer Misdiagnosis Or Delayed Diagnosis

Cancer is a race against time. When medical professionals delay your diagnosis, misinterpret scans, or ignore obvious symptoms, the cost isn’t just physical, it’s emotional, financial, and in some cases, fatal.

At Marley Solicitors, we help individuals and families claim compensation when poor medical care around cancer leads to avoidable suffering, more aggressive treatment, or worse.

What is cancer-related medical negligence?

It’s when healthcare professionals fail to diagnose, refer, or treat cancer when they should have, and that failure directly leads to harm.

This includes:

• Delayed diagnosis (e.g., symptoms dismissed, scans postponed)
• Misdiagnosis (e.g., cancer diagnosed as something minor, like IBS or a cyst)
• Failure to refer for urgent testing
• Misread test results, biopsies, or scans
• Incorrect or unnecessary treatment
• Lack of follow-up or monitoring

The real impact of delayed or misdiagnosed cancer

When cancer isn’t caught early, the effects can be devastating:

• More aggressive treatment (chemo, surgery, radiotherapy)
• Spread to other organs
• Reduced life expectancy
• Permanent health complications
• Psychological trauma
• Preventable death

In these situations, a negligence claim isn’t just about money, it’s about getting justice and support for what you’ve lost.

Do I have a claim?

You might, if any of this sounds familiar:

• Your symptoms were repeatedly dismissed or misdiagnosed
• You had to push or wait months for a referral or scan
• A test was done, but the result wasn’t followed up correctly
• Your cancer spread significantly between first appointment and diagnosis
• You’re undergoing harsher treatment that could’ve been avoided

If the answer is yes, you could have a strong claim, and we’ll tell you that clearly, upfront, with no pressure.

Why choose Marley Solicitors?

Because cancer negligence cases are serious. And we don’t mess around.

• Specialist medical negligence lawyers with cancer case experience
• No win, no fee: Nothing to pay unless we win
• Access to top oncologists and radiologists to build your case
• Compassionate but aggressive: supportive to you, ruthless to them

We don’t drag our feet. We take action.

What can you claim for?

• Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
• Lost time with family or shortened life expectancy
• Cost of treatment, private care, or experimental therapy
• Loss of income or future earnings
• Care and support needs
• Psychological counselling or therapy
• Funeral expenses in fatal cases

Time limits – Act before it’s too late

You typically have 3 years from the date of negligence, or the date you became aware of it. In fatal cases, families can bring a claim on behalf of the deceased.

Don’t wait. Cancer negligence claims are time-sensitive, not just legally, but emotionally and medically too.

Cancer negligence FAQs

Can I claim if my cancer got worse while waiting for a diagnosis?
Yes, if earlier diagnosis would have likely meant less treatment, less suffering, or a better prognosis, you may have a valid claim.

What types of cancer do you deal with?
All major types; including breast, bowel, prostate, lung, cervical, ovarian, skin (melanoma), and others. If a medical delay or error made your outcome worse, we can help.

Can I claim on behalf of someone who passed away?
Yes. We handle wrongful death claims for spouses, children, and next of kin when a loved one died due to negligent cancer care.

Speak to a cancer negligence specialist today

We know what you’re going through. We know how to prove it. And we know how to fight for what’s fair.

Call us now on 01772 282600
Or fill in the form below to start your claim

One call. No charge. No commitment. Just clarity.