Types of Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle in San Diego
Our attorneys handle all forms of medical negligence claims in San Diego and throughout California. Common types of medical malpractice include surgical errors, misdiagnosis and failure to diagnose, medication errors, anesthesia mistakes, birth injuries, failure to monitor patients, and hospital-acquired infections. If a healthcare provider’s failure to meet the accepted standard of care caused you harm, we are prepared to evaluate your claim.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Medical Malpractice in California?
Medical malpractice liability in California can extend beyond the individual physician. Hospitals, surgical centers, nursing facilities, and other healthcare organizations operating in San Diego may also face liability when their negligence contributes to patient harm. Our attorneys identify all potentially liable parties and pursue maximum compensation from every responsible source.
What Compensation Is Available?
Victims of medical negligence in San Diego may be able to recover compensation for past and future medical expenses, lost wages and diminished earning capacity, physical therapy and rehabilitation costs, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. California places no cap on economic damages, and non-economic damage caps have increased significantly under Assembly Bill 35. Our attorneys will explain what compensation may be available based on the specific facts of your case.
California’s Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations
In California, medical malpractice claims must generally be filed within three years from the date of injury or within one year of when the injury was discovered — whichever comes first. Given these strict deadlines, it is essential to contact a San Diego personal injury attorney as soon as you suspect you have been harmed by medical negligence. Our team at Callahan & Blaine, PC will evaluate your case and ensure all procedural requirements are met. Contact us to submit your potential case.
