Corrective Services Neglect Delays Cancer Diagnosis of Inmate

Cancer diagnosis delayed by prison officers’ failure to take him to medical attention

While our client, Ken* was in custody, he realised that he had a tumour. Although Justice Health arranged for him to see a doctor, Corrective Services neglected to transport him to the appointments.

Our client went without medical attention for more than a year, until officers eventually took him to a hospital where he was diagnosed with cancer.

Suing Corrective Services for Psychiatric Injury

As a result, Ken started a civil claim against corrective Services, for psychological harm caused by the delayed treatment.We represent Ken* and successfully settle this matter with a favourable outcome.

O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors are experts in assisting clients sue the police and Corrective Services for false arrest, unlawful imprisonment and malicious prosecution. Read about one of our successful cases below. This man sued Corrective Services for psychiatric injury.

If you believe that you, or someone you know, might have a claim against Corrective Services, contact O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors to speak about your matter. Call us on (02) 9261 4281 to book a free initial consultation.

*We change names for client confidentiality