Laser treatment

While most laser treatments are carried out safely and to a high standard, things don’t always go to plan. If you’ve been left with burns, scarring, or other complications following laser treatment, it may be due to negligent care and you have the right to seek justice.

What is a laser treatment claim?

A laser treatment claims occur when a patient has suffered harm because of substandard care or errors during cosmetic or medical laser procedure. Laser treatments are used for a wide range of purposes, including both medical and aesthetic applications, such as:

• Skin rejuvenation/resurfacing – reducing fine lines, wrinkles and uneven skin textures.
• Pigmentation correction – treating sunspots, freckles, melasma, and age-related pigmentation.
• Laser hair removal – targeting hair follicles to reduce of permanently remove unwanted hair.
• Vascular lesions – addressing broken capillaries, spider veins, rosacea or port-wine stains.
• Eye surgery – reshaping the cornea to correct vision.

When performed correctly, these procedures can produce excellent results. Unfortunately, we often help patients who have experienced burns, blistering, scarring, and permanent damage following unsafe or improperly performed laser treatments.

Risks

Laser procedures are powerful and must be performed with precision and care. While most treatments are safe, they can carry serious risks, including:

• Burns or blistering
• Pigmentation changes (lightening or darkening of the skin)
• Permanent scarring
• Infection
• Eye damage
• Changes in skin texture

It’s important to understand that not every complication is the result of negligence. Some side effects are recognised risks, even when a qualified practitioner follows proper procedures.

However, negligence occurs when harm results from a failure to meet professional standards, such as:

• Using the wrong laser setting for the patient’s skin type
• Skipping a patch test or ignoring medical contraindications
• Failing to provide protective eyewear or misusing the laser near the eyes
• Treating a patient who was unsuitable for the procedure
• Failing to explain the risks, alternatives, or potential outcomes before treatment

When these mistakes lead to injury, patients may be entitled to claim compensation for pain, suffering, further medical costs, and emotional distress.

Should I make a claim?

If your practitioner failed to meet the expected standard of care, and that failure caused you harm, physically or emotionally, you may have suffered negligence.

Our team of experienced clinical negligence lawyers have extensive expertise in handling complex cosmetic cases. We understand the technical aspects of laser procedures, as well as your rights as a patient, and can provide clear, tailored, legal advice every step of the way.

At Blackwater Law, we approach every claim with professionalism, empathy, and determination to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.

Talk to the Experts

If you suspect that you may have suffered from negligence as a result of inadequate or unsafe laser treatment, contact us today and our legal experts will:

• Assess your circumstances and determine whether you have a valid claim
• Help you gather the necessary medical and photographic evidence
• Work with trusted medico-legal experts to support your case
• Handle the claims process with care, transparency, and commitment

We have helped many clients successfully secure compensation and justice after suffering harm from laser treatments and we’re ready to help you too.

We operate on a ‘no win no fee’ (CFA) basis, meaning you won’t pay anything unless your claim succeeds. Get in touch with Blackwater Law today to discuss your laser treatment claim with a specialist.