Test the Theory. See the Merit. Shape the Strategy.
Case Assessment
Every clinical negligence claim depends on a working theory: what happened, why it matters and whether the evidence supports progression.
From the first upload, Case Assessment tests that theory against the medical records, surfacing supporting and contrary evidence, identifying competing explanations and highlighting where further information or expert input may be required.
As new records are added, the platform reassesses the claim to show teams whether the hypothesis is strengthening, weakening or changing direction.
Built for solicitors, experts and counsel, it brings structure, transparency and momentum to case strategy throughout the litigation lifecycle.
Case Assessment builds a working theory of the claim from the medical records, and assembles a dynamic report for you to interrogate. It weighs what supports and contradicts that theory, surfaces alternative explanations, and drives better early decision making on cases.
Its reasoning is visible throughout, so the whole team can examine, challenge and refine the analysis.
How It Works
Under the lawyer's judgement
Case Assessment is a reasoning engine, not a decision engine, built to assist the professional judgement of the people running the matter, not replace it.
Shaping strategy, made simple
Create a case, upload records and the platform will deliver a structured view of the claim – highlighting the issues, risks and decisive material likely to shape direction, so fee-earners can reach informed decisions faster.
Both sides of the argument
Case Assessment identifies the hypotheses your case could turn on, surfaces the evidence supporting each, and flags the material that may undermine them.
Clinically verified where it matters
On request, SideLight's clinicians review Case Assessment's Opinion, adding reassurance when the case turns on complex clinical questions.
Transparent in its reasoning
The engine sets out the evidence behind each conclusion, the gaps that remain and the alternatives the record still leaves open.
Reduce costs and save fee-earner time
Pinpoint the most critical evidence and understand the claim’s current strength before committing further cost.
See risk as it changes
Case Assessment updates with the evidence, helping teams track evolving strengths, weaknesses, gaps and strategic options.
Put the right resource in the right place
Forecast what each case will need and allocate fee-earner time accordingly.
Protect margin and reduce exposure
Model damages, fees and disbursement against the evidence, so firms and insurers carry fewer cases that cost more than they return.
Strategic Advantages
For the Solicitor
Shape case strategy around what the medical record actually supports. Identify the gaps, test the merits, and understand whether the claim justifies further investment.
For the Expert Witness
Examine where the treatment met the standard of care and where it may have fallen short, building the full clinical picture against the issues in play.
For the Barrister
Surface the case's strongest lines of argument, softest points and the likely counter-arguments in preparation for trial.
One Engine Built for Every Hand on the Case
See It In Action
Sign up for a trial license and we’ll show you how Case Assessment tests working theory against the evidence actually on the file.