Cosmetic Surgery Claims
A cosmetic procedure that goes wrong can leave you in a worse position than before you started: physically, emotionally, and financially. If you believe your surgeon fell short of the standard of care you were owed, our cosmetic surgery negligence solicitors in Manchester, Sale and Chester can tell you plainly whether you have a claim.
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What are cosmetic surgery claims?
Cosmetic surgery claims are legal claims made against a surgeon, clinic or practitioner whose substandard care caused you harm. If a procedure left you with physical injury, disfigurement, psychological distress or the need for corrective treatment, you may be entitled to compensation. Claims can arise from both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures carried out by NHS or private practitioners.
How we can help with cosmetic surgery negligence
Surgical cosmetic procedure claims
Breast surgery negligence covers implant complications, asymmetry, scarring and incorrect sizing caused by a surgeon’s failure to meet the expected standard of care. We handle claims arising from breast augmentation, reduction and reconstruction procedures.
Facial surgery claims include facelifts (rhytidectomy), nose jobs (rhinoplasty) and eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). Where poor surgical technique or inadequate aftercare has caused disfigurement or lasting injury, you may have grounds to claim.
Liposuction and body contouring negligence arises when fat removal procedures result in nerve damage, uneven outcomes, burns or infection due to substandard treatment. Claims can reflect both physical harm and psychological impact.
How cosmetic surgery claims work
- Free initial consultation
Tell us what happened. We’ll assess your situation honestly and let you know whether we think you have a viable cosmetic surgery negligence claim.
- Gathering medical evidence
We obtain your full medical and treatment records. This stage is worth doing thoroughly as in our experience, the strength of a claim often comes down to the quality of the evidence gathered early on.
- Independent expert review
A specialist medical expert assesses whether the standard of care fell below what was reasonable. This typically takes four to eight weeks.
- Letter of claim
We put the other side on notice formally. They have four months to respond under the Pre-Action Protocol.
- Settlement or court proceedings
Most claims settle without going to court. If they don’t, we’ll guide you through every step.
Why choose Slater Heelis as your cosmetic surgery solicitors
Recognised excellence you can trust
We’re listed in The Times Best Law Firms for 2026, and The Legal 500 recognises us as one of the leading firms in the North West. Alex Barley, Partner in the Personal Injury team was shortlisted in the Manchester Legal Awards for Partner of the Year 2026 and is ranked Up and Coming in Chambers and Partners. Our cosmetic surgery solicitors are consistently praised for their expertise and the care they show clients during some of the most difficult times imaginable. With over 1,800 reviews and an average rating of 4.9/5 on ReviewSolicitors, our clients trust us enough to recommend us to others in the same position.
No win, no fee: no financial risk
We handle cosmetic surgery negligence claims on a no win, no fee basis (also known as a conditional fee agreement), meaning no upfront costs and no financial risk to you. We only get paid if your claim succeeds. You’ll deal directly with our team from day one, not a claims company that takes a cut and hands your case to someone else.
Cosmetic surgery negligence claims demand specialist experience
Cosmetic surgery claims are more complex than many people realise. The largely unregulated nature of the industry, particularly for non-surgical treatments, means establishing the appropriate standard of care requires expert knowledge and credible medical evidence. We have handled claims across surgical and non-surgical procedures for clients across Manchester, Sale, Chester and beyond, working with specialist experts to build cases that hold up to scrutiny. We understand how private clinics and their insurers approach these claims, and we know how to push back effectively.
If cosmetic surgery negligence has affected you or someone you care about, our solicitors in Manchester, Sale and Chester are ready to help. We’ll listen carefully, assess your situation honestly, and handle everything if there’s a claim worth pursuing.
Call us on 0330 111 3131 or get in touch through our online enquiry form. We handle all cosmetic surgery negligence claims on a no win, no fee basis, so there’s no financial risk to you.
We’re based in Manchester, Sale and Chester with offices open for face-to-face meetings, and we regularly work with clients across the UK. Making a cosmetic surgery claim can feel daunting, particularly when you’re still dealing with the physical or emotional impact of what’s happened. We’ll take as much of the weight off you as we can and keep you informed at every stage.
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