Medico-Legal Reports for Personal Injury Solicitors

Yes. Ultrasound imaging is a recognised and accepted form of diagnostic evidence in personal injury claims. It is particularly useful for identifying soft tissue injuries, joint damage, and internal conditions that may not be visible on an X-ray. A formal ultrasound report prepared by our qualified consultant can be submitted as objective medical evidence to support your claim and help establish the extent of your injury.

Medico-legal imaging can detect a wide range of injuries, including soft tissue injuries such as muscle tears and ligament damage, whiplash and cervical spine injuries, herniated or bulging discs, nerve compression, fractures that may have been missed on initial examination, joint damage including cartilage and tendon injuries, internal injuries, and shoulder, knee, or hip injuries. The type of imaging which will be recommended to you will depend on the area of the body affected and the nature of the injury.

In general, imaging should be arranged as soon as possible after an injury. Early imaging can capture acute changes such as swelling, haemorrhage, or structural damage that may change over time, making them harder to evidence later. While some injuries such as soft tissue damage may not show fully on imaging in the immediate aftermath, prompt investigation creates an important clinical record. Your solicitor can advise on the right time to arrange medico-legal imaging based on the nature of your injury.

We accept referrals from solicitors, claims management companies, insurers, and other legal professionals. If you are representing a claimant or defendant in a personal injury, clinical negligence, or insurance dispute case, you can refer directly via our enquiries team.

Yes. A medico-legal report prepared by a consultant is a formal legal document that can be submitted as evidence in court proceedings. It is written to meet the standards required for use in legal cases and includes the expert's findings, opinion on the cause and extent of injury and prognosis. In personal injury cases, a strong medico-legal report can be one of the most important pieces of evidence in determining the outcome and value of a claim.

A medico-legal ultrasound report is an independent clinical document produced by a registered sonographer following a diagnostic ultrasound scan. It provides objective imaging evidence of soft tissue, musculoskeletal, or internal injuries and is used in personal injury claims, insurance disputes, and legal proceedings.

A medico-legal physiotherapy report is a formal assessment carried out by a chartered physiotherapist to document the nature, extent, and functional impact of a physical injury. It covers causation, prognosis, and recommended treatment, and is structured to meet the requirements of legal and insurance proceedings.

Yes. All medico-legal reports produced by Friends Medical Service are structured to comply with CPR Part 35, ensuring they meet the standards required for use in UK court proceedings and legal negotiations.

We assess a wide range of conditions including soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, whiplash, ligament and tendon damage, joint injuries, and chronic pain conditions resulting from accidents or incidents. Both ultrasound imaging and physiotherapy assessments are available.

We aim to deliver reports within agreed turnaround times to support your case deadlines and court timetables. Turnaround times vary depending on the complexity of the case. Contact us for specific timescales.

Friends Medical Service offers clinic appointments in Lurgan.

Yes. Friends Medical Service offers both medico-legal ultrasound and physiotherapy assessments under one provider, streamlining the referral process and reducing delays for solicitors managing complex cases.

You can refer a client by emailing [email protected] with a referral letter outlining the relevant medical and legal background. Our team will confirm availability and next steps promptly.

We offer transparent, fixed-fee pricing with no hidden costs. Discounted rates are available for solicitors and firms making bulk referrals. Contact us directly for a full fee schedule.

Absolutely. Friends Medical Service operates in full compliance with UK GDPR and data protection legislation. All patient and case information is handled confidentially and securely throughout the referral and reporting process.