Medical Negligence
Free Resource Over 130 Years of Dedicated Experience

Pursuing a Medical Malpractice Case in Washington, D.C.

As a victim of medical negligence, you may want to pursue a medical malpractice case but have many questions about doing so. This is exactly why we wrote the book, Medical Negligence: Your Rights in the District of Columbia.

How This Book Helps Victims of Medical Malpractice

Although you had no control over the medical negligence that caused your injuries, you do have control over what you do about it and how you handle your case. Our easy-to-read book gives you important information that:

Teaches you how to evaluate your case
Explains the essential elements of a medical malpractice case
Corrects any misconceptions you may have about medical malpractice cases
Explains what’s involved in the litigation process
Identifies characteristics of a good lawyer
Helps you understand your rights as a client
·Gives you confidence throughout the process

To get a free copy of Medical Negligence: Your Rights in the District of Columbia, fill out the form on this page. This book will help you make the right decisions in your medical negligence case. We also invite you to call our office at (703) 721-4233 if you have questions or need more information.

All medical malpractice victims should request a complimentary copy of this book prior to agreeing to any settlement with the hospital and its insurer or before hiring an attorney. This book is a must read!

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We represented a 54-year old woman who now suffers from lifetime disabilities due to a surgical error.
Wrongful Death Of 40-Year-Old From An Undiagnosed Blood Clot $4,000,000.00
We represented the estate of a 40-year-old woman who died from a blood clot that traveled to her lungs (known as a pulmonary embolism).
Settlement For Wrongful Death From Drug Reaction $3,400,000.00
We represented a husband and three young children for the wrongful death of their 43-year-old wife and mother.
Jury Award for Wrongful Death from Cervical Cancer $3,000,000.00
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Breast Cancer Case Settlement $2,400,000.00
We represented a forty-year-old woman in this District of Columbia medical malpractice case when her doctor failed to diagnosis and inform the patient of her breast cancer.
Jury Verdict in Winchester $2,400,000
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Our firm has earned a reputation as a top personal injury and medical malpractice firm. We have the ability to give your case the representation and attention it needs and deserves.
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We believe the fight isn’t over until you are fully satisfied. While we always strive to resolve our clients’ cases, we are prepared to pursue litigation if necessary.
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