Abogado de DC negligencia médica

Por qué necesita un abogado especializado en negligencias médicas

Medical malpractice cases are complex and evidence-heavy, which is why early investigation matters.

If you try to handle this on your own, you may miss critical evidence, legal deadlines, or your only chance to recover compensation.

At Donahoe Kearney, we:

• Work with trusted medical experts to investigate what happened

• Build strong legal claims based on medical evidence

• Guide you through every step of the process, clearly and compassionately

You don’t have to face this alone. We’ve helped families across the DMV get justice after serious medical injuries.

What Happens When a Medical Mistake Changes Everything?

• A mother loses her baby during delivery

• A cancer diagnosis is delayed until it’s too late

• A spouse is permanently disabled after routine surgery

We don’t just see a legal case—we see a family’s future. That’s what we fight for.

What to Do If You Suspect Medical Malpractice

1. Seek follow-up medical care right away

2. Keep your medical records and take notes

3. Speak to a medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible

Every case has a time limit. In D.C., the statute of limitations is generally three years, but deadlines differ in Maryland and Virginia. Don’t wait.

How We Investigate Medical Malpractice Cases

At Donahoe Kearney, we work with medical experts to answer critical questions:

• What went wrong?

• Why did it happen?

• Could it have been prevented?

You can learn more about the process of a medical malpractice case by clicking here.

Local Experience. Real Results.

We’ve helped clients investigate cases involving facilities such as:

• MedStar Washington Hospital Center

• George Washington University Hospital

• Children’s National Medical Center

• Inova Alexandria Hospital

• Johns Hopkins Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Malpractice

What’s the statute of limitations for medical malpractice?

In most D.C. cases, you have three years from the date of the injury—or from the date you discovered the injury—to file a claim. Maryland and Virginia have different rules.

Can I sue the hospital or just the doctor?

It depends on who was responsible. Sometimes both the hospital and individual medical providers can be held liable. We’ll help identify all the parties involved.

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Talk to a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Today

We understand how overwhelming this process can feel. Let us take the legal pressure off your shoulders—so you can focus on your health and your family.

Call 202-393-3320 to speak with us directly, or schedule a free, confidential consultation online by clicking here.

We have offices in Washington, D.C. and Alexandria, Virginia, and we help people across the DMV.