Legal Representation for Zholia Alemi Physiatrist Claim Victims

Q: How long do I have to make a medical negligence claim?

You have three years to raise a medical negligence claim. Our specialist medical negligence solicitors will assist you with each stage of your claim.

Q: How will I receive compensation?

At Jones Whyte, we are dedicated to conducting thorough investigations into medical claims. We utilise independent experts to provide a comprehensive and impartial evaluation of the treatment received.Upon notification of the claim to the medical practitioner, we will determine if negligence has been admitted. If the claim is deemed valid, we will proceed to accurately determine the monetary value of the losses suffered as a result of the negligence. Trust us to handle your medical claim with the utmost professionalism and care.

Q: How do I make a complaint to the NHS?

You can take the first step in resolving your concerns by visiting the NHS inform website. This valuable resource provides information on the process for filing a complaint in your local area.

Q: Are there any upfront fees?

Our true No Win No Fee medical negligence services set us apart from other firms. We not only take on your case without any fees unless we win, but also cover the cost of necessary medical expert reports. This means that there are no hidden or upfront costs for our clients, providing a stress-free and risk-free experience

Jones Whyte: Specialists in Medical Negligence Claims

With years of experience in representing victims of medical negligence, Jones Whyte specialise in providing expert legal services. If you have been affected by the fraudulent actions of Zholia Alemi, a fraudulent doctor who worked in the NHS for 20 years, we are here to help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve. We understand that legal costs can be a concern for our clients, which is why our medical negligence cases operate on a no-win no-fee basis. This means that you won’t have to pay any upfront costs or legal fees until we win your case, giving you peace of mind.

Zholia Alemi’s Case

Zholia Alemi’s case is one of the biggest medical fraud scandals in the history of the NHS. She had falsely claimed to be a qualified psychiatrist and had worked in various NHS hospitals across the UK for over two decades. However, it was discovered that Alemi had forged her medical degree certificate, and she had no valid medical qualifications. During her fraudulent career, Alemi had misdiagnosed patients, prescribed inappropriate medications, and even detained patients under the Mental Health Act. It is believed that she had seen several hundred patients during her time in the NHS, and many of them may have suffered harm due to her fraudulent practices.

Alemi was arrested in 2017 and was found guilty of fraud in 2018. She was sentenced to five years in prison for her fraudulent practices, but the damage had already been done. Many patients who had been treated by Alemi were left with physical and emotional scars, and some even lost their lives due to the harm caused by her actions.

Meet the Experts

The highly experienced medical negligence lawyers at Jones Whyte are ready to assist you with your claim.

Meet the whole team

Chloe Sneddon

Partner

Michael McLean

Partner and Solicitor Advocate

Rachel Carmichael

Paralegal

Our Fee Structure

Success Fee: If your claim is successful, our success fee is charged as a percentage of compensation awarded to you. This fee covers our legal services and includes the cost of After the Event (ATE) insurance to protect you against having to pay the other side’s costs if your claim is unsuccessful.

No Win, No Fee Explained: You will not pay any legal fees if your claim is unsuccessful. However, if we secure compensation for you, our success fee will be deducted from your compensation award before payment to you.

When You Might Be Liable for Costs:

If you choose to terminate your agreement with us but later are successful with your claim through other means, such as with another firm of solicitors, you may be liable for the cost of the to work we have completed on your behalf.
In other exceptional circumstances as detailed in our instruction agreement and terms of business, such as if you have mislead us or falsely represented part of your claim.

These terms will be fully outlined in your instruction agreement and Terms of Businesss with us, and are available for you to review before you make any binding commitment. You are under no obligation to these terms by making an initial enquiry.

Contact Jones Whyte Today

Get in touch with our experienced medical negligence professionals today for support with your case.

0141 674 6144

info@joneswhyte.co.uk

How Jones Whyte Can Help Victims Of Medical Negligence

Our experienced team of medical negligence lawyers has successfully represented several victims of Alemi’s fraudulent practices, and we are ready to help you seek justice and compensation for the harm caused to you or your loved ones. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that medical negligence can take, and we are committed to providing you with the best possible legal representation and support.

Jones Whyte is committed to helping victims of medical negligence seek justice and fair compensation. If you or someone you know has been affected by Zholia Alemi’s fraudulent practices, don’t hesitate to contact us. Our experienced team of medical negligence lawyers provides a free, no-obligation consultation to understand your case and advise you on the legal options available to you. We also work on a no-win no fee basis, which means you don’t have to worry about upfront costs or legal fees if we don’t win your case.

Don’t let the harm caused by medical negligence go unnoticed. Contact us today to discuss your case and find out how we can help you seek the justice you deserve.

Questions you might have

How long do I have to make a medical negligence claim?

How will I receive compensation?

How do I make a complaint to the NHS?

Are there any upfront fees?

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