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Medical malpractice cases are among the most complex and challenging personal injury claims to pursue. Healthcare providers and their insurance companies aggressively defend against these cases with teams of attorneys and medical experts. Our attorneys level the playing field by:
Our firm has extensive experience with a wide range of medical malpractice cases:
Pennsylvania medical malpractice victims may be entitled to significant compensation for:
Medical malpractice cases in Pennsylvania are governed by specific laws and procedural requirements:
Pennsylvania requires plaintiffs to file a certificate of merit signed by an appropriate medical expert, confirming that there is a reasonable basis to believe the healthcare provider’s care fell outside acceptable standards.
In Pennsylvania, you generally have two years from the date you knew or should have known about your injury to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. There are exceptions for minors and in cases where the injury wasn’t immediately discoverable, but these timeframes are strict and missing them typically means losing your right to compensation.
Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning your compensation may be reduced if you’re found partially responsible for your injuries. If you’re found more than 50% responsible, you cannot recover compensation.
To succeed in a medical malpractice case, we must prove four key elements:
Medical negligence can cause a wide range of serious injuries:
With over three decades of experience handling medical malpractice cases, we understand the unique challenges these claims present. Our attorneys have recovered substantial settlements and verdicts for medical malpractice victims throughout Pennsylvania.
We have the financial resources to properly investigate and litigate medical malpractice cases, including hiring multiple medical experts, which is often necessary to counter the experts retained by healthcare providers and their insurers.
Unlike large firms where you’re just a case number, we provide personalized attention to every client. You’ll work directly with our attorneys, not just paralegals or case managers. We take the time to understand your unique situation and develop a strategy tailored to your specific needs.
We handle all medical malpractice cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing upfront, and we only collect a fee if we secure compensation for you.
Seek immediate medical attention from a different healthcare provider to address your condition
Request complete copies of all your medical records
Document everything related to your care and subsequent problems
Keep a journal detailing your symptoms, pain levels, and how your injuries affect your daily life
Follow all treatment recommendations from your new healthcare providers
Avoid discussing your case with the negligent provider or their insurance representatives
Contact our experienced medical malpractice attorneys as soon as possible
If you or a loved one has been injured due to medical negligence, you need skilled legal representation to protect your rights. Healthcare providers and their insurance companies have teams of attorneys working to minimize their liability, and you deserve the same level of advocacy.
Let our experienced medical malpractice attorneys at Lerner Steinberg & Associates fight for the maximum compensation you deserve while you focus on your recovery. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll medical negligence takes on victims and their families, and we have the knowledge, resources, and determination to help you secure justice.
