NHS Urged to Investigate Lawyers' Fees
The National Audit Office (NAO) has recommended that NHS Resolution investigate the level of fees claimant clinical negligence lawyers deduct from clients' damages.
This move is part of efforts to control the cost of claims, with the Department for Health & Social Care (DHSC) accepting the need to manage clinical negligence costs more effectively.
including a mechanism to control legal fees
The NAO will advise ministers on the drivers of costs, how to manage spending on clinical negligence, and the potential merits of reform options.
Author's summary: NHS Resolution to investigate lawyers' fees.