Medical Malpractice Attorney
serving the Paso Robles Area

More than 90,000 persons die each year as a result of being improperly treated by their physicians or by the hospitals to which they go. Yes, that figure of 90,000 is correct. In addition to deaths, many persons are left disabled by medical treatment that was meant to cure them. The medical profession is under tremendous pressure from all sides and they often rush their treatment due to press of time. Haste makes waste.

I have handled medical malpractice cases ranging from botched abortions, misdiagnosed breast cancer, death from incorrect treatment of hemorrhoids, brain damage due to meningitis and improper arterial grafts, to name a few cases.

Poor results of medical treatment is not always malpractice, but suspicious circumstances deserve to be looked into.

Gather all medical malpractice information...

The date of the incident complained of is most important. Many suits must be filed WITHIN ONE YEAR of the date of the accident. Clients who sleep on their rights may lose out altogether.

The names of the persons involved, the names of their employers, the names of the hospitals involved, all the things one would expect would be required to look into the matter of liability, should be gathered for the first appointment.

The facts of the case, together with police reports or medical records, and medical bills are also a great help in evaluating a matter.

Finally, the nature and extent of the injuries is critical, especially if the injury appears to be permanent. Second medical opinions, if they exist, may be important.