Do you wonder if an injury to you or a loved one resulted from a medical mistake? Are you concerned that your child’s injury may be due to medical negligence? Have you, or a loved one, been forced to miss time at work due to a medical negligence injury? Are you having to go through physical pain and emotional suffering due to an injury while under the care of a doctor, hospital, or medical group? Do you suspect your loved one died because of physician error?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, it is in your best interest to speak with an experienced Santa Ana and Anaheim medical malpractice lawyer. The personal injury attorneys at The Cifarelli Law Firm have handled a wide variety of medical malpractice cases since 1979. Our legal team understands the significant trauma and often overwhelming expense victims of medical malpractice experience, and we work diligently to obtain the compensation they need and deserve to move forward in life. Contact us today by dialing (949) 502-8600 to discuss your case.
Over the years, the medical negligence attorneys at The Cifarelli Law Firm have obtained many notable verdicts and awards for Santa Ana and Anaheim victims of medical mistakes. Our lawyers have successfully represented many clients in all facets of medical malpractice litigation, including:
From failure to diagnose a heart attack to failure to perform a cesarean section, we believe medical professionals should be held accountable for their negligence. As experienced lawyers, our legal team effectively presents cases and wins significant settlements and verdicts for our clients.
In addition to recovering very fair and just settlements for our clients, we also receive many very positive client endorsements, reviews, and testimonials.
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider fails to meet accepted standards of care. Negligence, either intentional or accidental, can result in serious harm to the patient. When this happens, victims are entitled to seek compensation for all related damages through a medical malpractice lawsuit.
Misdiagnosis is one of the leading causes of medical malpractice claims. According to recent studies, one in 20 adults in the United States is misdiagnosed every year, resulting in more than 12 million misdiagnoses.
The most commonly misdiagnosed conditions include cancer, heart attack, and stroke, all of which can be fatal if not caught and treated early on. If you have been injured or a loved one has died following a missed or delayed medical diagnosis in Santa Ana and Anaheim, give our medical malpractice attorneys a call to schedule a free case review and learn more about your options.
In the state of California, you have one year from the date an injury was discovered to file a medical malpractice claim. It is best to file well before this date approaches.
Medical malpractice claims can be very difficult to win. The sooner we can begin investigating an incident, the higher our chances of uncovering serious mistakes.
Only around seven percent of medical malpractice claims result in a trial; a vast majority are settled during mediation. While it is unlikely that your claim will go to court, we prepare each case for the possibility of a trial to make sure we can provide the most effective representation regardless of the route a claim takes.
Compensation following medical malpractice may include special damages for medical expenses, wages lost while recovering, and any adaptive technologies or home modifications that have been made necessary by your injury. General damages may be sought as well. These include less concrete issues such as physical pain and emotional suffering.
In rare cases, punitive damages are included in medical malpractice claims. These are reserved for particularly egregious cases or where a provider’s actions were so unbelievably negligent as to warrant this specific punishment.
Medical malpractice claims are not easy to win. Only around 37% of these cases are won by plaintiffs. When you try to take on the medical industry alone, you are up against their lobbyists, attorneys, and insurance companies. Doctors have protection. The organizations they work for have protection. Who is going to protect you?
Having a medical malpractice lawyer from Santa Ana and Anaheim on your side is not a guarantee of success, but it can make the difference between a viable case and one that is dismissed. It costs nothing to discuss your case with one of our lawyers. Give us a call to schedule your confidential case review and learn more about your rights today.
Medical malpractice can occur in many forms. Some of the most common claims include:
These cases often involve hospitals, urgent care centers, private practices, or nursing facilities in Anaheim and surrounding areas.
California law requires that medical malpractice claims meet specific criteria:
Our team conducts a thorough investigation to determine whether:
We collaborate with medical experts to review records and establish a strong legal foundation.
Medical malpractice can lead to a wide range of serious and sometimes permanent injuries. In many cases, the harm results from a delay in diagnosis, improper treatment, or surgical error that could have been avoided with proper care. Some of the most common injuries include:
These injuries may result in extended hospitalization, long-term disability, or the need for ongoing medical treatment.
While doctors are often the focus of malpractice claims, several other individuals or entities can share liability. The law holds all healthcare providers and facilities to a duty of care. Those who may be held legally responsible include:
Cifarelli Law Firm has over 30 years of experience holding negligent medical professionals accountable. We are known for:
If your family has suffered from the negligent medical errors made by doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals, the Cifarelli Law Firm is here to help you. Contact us to discuss your legal options at (949) 502-8600. Or, you can fill out our appointment request form. Our practice serves clients throughout California!
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