Q: How much do you charge for a consultation?
A: Consultations are always FREE
Q: How do I know if I have a good case?
A: Evaluation of a medical malpractice case is complex. Although an initial consultation can suggest that a case has merit, pertinent medical records must be obtained and reviewed. Only an experienced medical mal-practice attorney has the skills to know whether a particular case is worth the effort of a full evaluation including the retention of expert witnesses.
Q: How long do I have to file a case?
A: The statute of limitations varies on the circumstances of each case. It can be a short as 6 months or as long as several years. Only an experienced medical mal-practice attorney can evaluate this issue. You must contact an attorney as soon as possible after you or a loved one is injured.
Q: How long does it take for a case to be resolved?
A: The initial evaluation process typically takes a couple of hours. Obtaining and reviewing medical records and retaining the right medical expert often takes 6-8 weeks. If the case merit prosecution, the time from filing the Complaint to completion takes on average 12-18 months.
Q: How much are your attorney's fees?
A: Cases are accepted on a contingency fee basis. In other words, you only pay fees if and when your case is successfully con-cluded. Fees are governed by state law and are calculated on a sliding scale based upon the amount recovered.
Q: Do all malpractice cases go to trial?
A: No. The majority of cases are settled. Many cases, if not settled, are being resolved through binding arbitration. Many health care providers have binding arbitra-tion clauses in their contracts with you or your employer.
Q: Do the doctors treating us in the hospi-tal work for the hospital?
A: Most doctors in hospitals are NOT hospi-tal employees. The law considers them YOUR employees. Thus, malpractice occurrences in hospitals are usually brought against multi-ple defendants
