At Donahoe Kearney, we handle medical malpractice cases differently. Medical malpractice is a specialized area of law, and you or your lawyer can run into serious problems if the case isn\u2019t prepared the right way. That\u2019s why we fully investigate every case before we agree to file.<\/p>\n
Here are three common mistakes lawyers make that can sink a case:<\/p>\n
Filing and serving a medical malpractice case in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia is not the same. Each jurisdiction has its own requirements: deadlines for filing, procedures for serving the defendant, damages rules, and standards for qualifying expert witnesses. Missing one of these steps can ruin a case.<\/p>\n
You need the right experts in the right specialties, often more than one per specialty. What if your expert has a weak deposition, gets sick, or isn\u2019t available when needed? We prepare for every possibility by working with multiple qualified experts, making sure every specialty in the patient\u2019s care is covered. Cutting corners here can cost you the entire case.<\/p>\n
A strong case takes work long before filing. That means reviewing every medical record, consulting with experts who know what the defense will argue, and studying the medical literature. Without this preparation, the defense will have the upper hand.<\/p>\n
The answer is simple: start with the right lawyers. Look for lawyers who:<\/p>\n
Have written materials and resources to share with you<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Have taken medical malpractice cases to trial in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Know the hospitals, doctors, and insurance companies you\u2019ll be up against<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Can clearly explain the process of a medical malpractice case from start to finish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
At Donahoe Kearney, we do things the right way \u2014 from the initial investigation to trial or settlement. We limit the number of cases we take on so we can focus fully on the families we represent. If we can help you, we want to get started right away.<\/p>\n