California Medical Malpractice FAQs

• Q: Recoverable Damages
  A: In the event of injury or loss of a loved one based on the conduct of his/her medical provider(s), that person and his/her family have certain rights under California … More
• Q: What Is The Time Limit For Filing A Claim?
  A: A medical malpractice action for injury or death must be brought within one year from the date the claimant discovered the negligent act, but no more than three years … More
• Q: What Are The Typical Attorney Fees For A Medical Malpractice Case?
  A: Contingency fee agreements are agreements that an attorney has with his or her client regarding the payment of the attorney fees. It is not based on the usual hourly … More
• Q: What Happens If I Am Injured In The Course Of Medical Treatment?
  A: If a medical professional makes an error that results in injury to the patient, the patient may be able to sue the negligent party or parties for monetary damages to … More
• Q: How Do I Know If My Injury Constitutes Medical Malpractice?
  A: Medical professionals are not expected to be infallible and there may be poor results from treatment that do not amount to malpractice. Medical professionals are … More
• Q: Is There A Time Limit In Which I Need To File A Lawsuit For Medical Malpractice?
  A: Yes, there is and that time limit is referred to as the statute of limitations. Failure to file suit within this time frame prevents you from filing suit at all. In … More
• Q: Who Can Be Held Accountable For The Medical Malpractice?
  A: Generally, a medical malpractice claim can be brought against a licensed health care provider. This can include a person, corporation or institution licensed by the … More
• Q: How Much Can I Expect An Attorney To Charge To Handle A Medical Malpractice Case?
  A: Most attorneys who believe a case has merit will take the case without payment up front. They will take the case on a contingency basis, which means they will receive … More
• Q: What Damages Can Be Recovered For Medical Malpractice?
  A: You can recover your actual economic losses such as the costs of reasonable and necessary medical care, rehabilitation services, custodial care, and loss of earnings. … More
• Q: Does California Require That Claims Be Arbitrated Prior To Litigation?
  A: California does not require claims of medical malpractice be arbitrated absent the parties` agreement to arbitrate. Many hospitals and doctors have patients sign an … More