Get Answers After a Serious Medical Mistake in D.C., Maryland, or Virginia
If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury—or even death—after medical treatment, you may already suspect something went wrong. Maybe symptoms were ignored. Maybe no one acted when they should have. Maybe you’ve never gotten a clear explanation.
At Donahoe Kearney, we help people and families uncover what really happened. We investigate medical malpractice claims and work with experienced medical experts to hold negligent hospitals, doctors, and healthcare providers accountable.
What Is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, nurse, hospital, or healthcare provider fails to follow accepted patient safety rules—and causes serious harm as a result. These are preventable mistakes that often have lifelong consequences.
Common Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle:
Birth injuries such as cerebral palsy caused by delayed delivery, failure to monitor fetal distress, or shoulder dystocia during childbirth. Did your baby suffer from shoulder dystocia? Click here to see if you have a medical malpractice case.
Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosis of conditions like cancer, stroke, or pulmonary embolism
Surgical errors that result in long-term disability or death
Medication errors, anesthesia mistakes, or improper hospital protocols
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Why You Need a Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Medical malpractice cases are complex. Hospitals have teams of lawyers and insurers working to avoid responsibility. They rarely admit fault—and many families never get a clear explanation of what went wrong.
If you try to handle this on your own, you may miss important evidence, legal deadlines, or your only opportunity for compensation.
That’s where we come in.
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
Seek follow-up medical care right away
Keep your medical records and take notes
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.
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How We Investigate Medical Malpractice Cases
At Donahoe Kearney, we work with medical experts to answer critical questions:
We only agree to investigate a limited number of cases every year. We’re selective in the cases we take because we decided long ago that we would focus on making a difference for those who need it most—people and families we can really help. We’ll be honest with you from the beginning: medical malpractice cases are difficult. They are complex, expensive, and involve science and medical technical aspects.
There is a lot of worry and stress involved. Let us take care of that for you.
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 location
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.
Do I need all of my medical records before contacting a lawyer?
No. We can help request, organize, and analyze your records. It’s more important to reach out early so we can start preserving important evidence.
How much does it cost to hire a medical malpractice attorney?
At Donahoe Kearney, we work on a contingency fee basis. That means you don’t pay anything unless we recover compensation for you.
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.
We have offices in Washington, D.C. and Alexandria, Virginia, and we help people across the DMV.
Our Experience
We’ve been helping people in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia with serious injuries for over 30 years.
You’re here because of a serious injury or medical condition. Now you’re dealing with an insurance company. You want your life back. We get that. We help guide you through this process so you can stand up to the insurance company and get back your financial security, control and independence.
Frank Kearney is an AMAZING attorney. He treated my son and I like family and continues to treat us as such. He took care of handling my son’s case with care and professionalism. He is the best lawyer you could have in your corner!!
