Los Angeles Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Good Medical Malpractice Cases Tend To Settle Before Trial

At Peterson Injury Law, we prepare every case as if it will go before a jury which increases the odds of a favorable settlement By preparing your case this way from day one, we will be ready to present compelling evidence and clear arguments in court if negotiations break down.  

Our trial strategy for your case may include:

• Working with medical experts to explain how negligence occurred
• Gathering all medical records, imaging, and test results to document the error
• Preparing detailed timelines that show where the care went wrong
• Identifying policy violations, systemic failures, and staff mistakes
• Creating persuasive presentations that connect with jurors

At Peterson Injury Law our defense attorneys take us seriously. This reputation alone puts more pressure on the defendant to offer better settlement offers, but if a trial is necessary, we will be ready.

What Compensation May Be Available

A successful medical malpractice claim can provide financial recovery for both your economic losses and your intangible suffering. While no two cases are alike, victims of medical negligence may be able to seek a wide range of damages for their losses.

In your case, we might be able to pursue a maximized compensation amount that would help pay for:

• Medical expenses, including attendant care, home modification, and future medical needs
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity if you cannot return to work
• Rehabilitation and therapy costs
• Pain and suffering caused by the malpractice

Statute of Limitations for California Medical Malpractice Claims

In California, the statute of limitations for filing a claim is generally three years from the date of injury or just one year from the date you discovered (or reasonably should have discovered) the malpractice, whichever occurs first.

However, there are important exceptions that may shorten or extend the filing window. For example, claims involving children often have different timelines, and certain situations involving fraud or concealment by a provider may also affect deadlines. Medical facilities owned by a governmental agency may also have different statutory periods.  Because these rules are complex and unforgiving, waiting too long to speak with an attorney could bar you from pursuing your claim altogether. If you think you have a case, you should talk to a member of Peterson Injury Law as soon as possible.