Clinical negligence refers to a situation where a healthcare professional fails to provide an acceptable standard of care, resulting in harm or injury to a patient. This can include errors made by doctors, nurses, dentists, and other medical professionals during the diagnosis, treatment, or management of a patient's condition. Clinical negligence is not just limited to mistakes made during surgery or medication administration; it also includes failures in communication, follow-up care, and failure to recognize warning signs. The consequences of clinical negligence can range from minor complications to severe injuries or even death. In such cases, the affected individual may have grounds for a legal claim against the healthcare provider responsible for their harm.