Medical Malpractice Attorneys in Phoenix, Arizona

Medical malpractice can be caused by a multitude of things, whether it is due to negligence, a conscious violation of safety codes and standards, and/or a breach of standard care. As with everyone else, medical professionals and doctors make mistakes. Despite this, local Phoenix doctors and medical professionals are required to ensure the safety of all of their patients. When a doctor neglects or does not follow the various standards of medical practice, the doctor is committing medical malpractice. Unfortunately, these actions can cause a person serious pain, discomfort, permanent physical damage, and, possibly, death.

The Hippocratic Oath

When medical malpractice occurs, doctors and other health care professionals are violating the Hippocratic Oath. This oath obliges doctors to practice, in their specialized medical area, ethically. Regrettably, victims of medical malpractice have had their lives destroyed or severely damaged by the very people who pledged to care for them.

Medical Malpractice Causes

Medical malpractice injuries, such as a birth injury, cerebral palsy, disfigurement, or death, can be caused by, but are not limited to, the following:

• Diagnosis Failure
• Failed Treatment
• Negligence
• Prescription Drug Errors
• Surgical Errors

Medical Malpractice Case Issues

There are a couple primary issues in every medical malpractice case. One such issue is proving whether or not a doctor failed to exercise the degree of care that another doctor would use under similar circumstances. If so, the next issue is determining whether the doctor's actions, or lack thereof, caused an injury to the patient.

Our Medical Malpractice Attorneys, along with our medical consultants and experts, review and determine if medical malpractice may have been the cause of the patient's injuries or death. If medical malpractice occurred and caused an injury or death, we will pursue the case, and if necessary, go to trial in court.

Our Medical Malpractice Experience

Our Medical Malpractice Attorneys understand the complexity of the litigation process involved in medical malpractice cases. These medical malpractice cases are among the most difficult to prove. For example, many times the medical issues involved can be complicated and confusing to judges and jurors who are not trained in science and medicine. We work with experienced expert witnesses who can fully explain the complexities of the medical and scientific issues in terms that the judge and jury will understand.

Claims Involving Minor Children

When a minor (someone under 18 years of age) has a personal injury claim, in many cases, there is an extra set of procedures that apply to protect the interests of the minor. Specifically, the minor, usually through their attorney, will petition the probate court for approval of the minor settlement. This includes the amount of the settlement, the medical expenses to be paid from the settlement, the attorney's fees and costs, and the net settlement for the minor claimant. A more detailed explanation of this process is explained on our Minor Child Injury Pages.

Claims against Government Agencies or Public Entities

When a government or public employee or agency is negligent and causes an injury, there is a markedly different process involved as compared to a claim against an individual or private business. There is a much shorter time frame to bring a claim and a lawsuit. Therefore, there is an increased urgency to obtain legal counsel to timely submit a claim against a government agency or public entity. A more detailed explanation is available on our Government or Public Entities Claims Pages.

Litigation Process

We are able to resolve the overwhelming majority of our cases relatively promptly and without ever having to go to court. However, there are a number of reasons why we would recommend litigation to our clients. When that occurs, our office will thoroughly explain the litigation process, including the risks, benefits, and how it relates to your case before we file litigation. For more detailed information, please review our Litigation Process Pages.

Contact Us

If you or a loved one has suffered from medical malpractice, please contact your local Phoenix Medical Malpractice Attorneys for a free, personal, and confidential consultation. You can contact the Law Offices of Michael Cordova at 602-265-6700.

Our attorneys not only work on medical malpractice cases but in other Personal Injury areas, as well as vehicle accidents, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, product and premises liability, and criminal defense and DUI, so please contact your local Phoenix attorneys for a free, personal, and confidential consultation.

*Contingent fees are charged on total recovery