Who We Represent
We represent patients and families in California medical malpractice matters arising from hospital care, emergency treatment, surgery, anesthesia, obstetrics, nursing care, medication administration, and follow-up treatment. We may also represent surviving family members when negligent medical care results in fatal injury. Responsible parties may include individual physicians, surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, pharmacists, and licensed facilities such as hospitals, birth centers, rehabilitation centers, and clinics.
Services We Provide
We handle the investigation and prosecution of medical malpractice claims in California, including matters involving: delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis; surgical errors and wrong-site surgery; anesthesia errors; birth-related injuries to mother or child; medication errors and pharmacy negligence; emergency room negligence; failure to monitor; failure to obtain informed consent; hospital-acquired infections; and failures in post-operative or follow-up care.
In appropriate cases, we coordinate with qualified medical experts, review chronology and charting irregularities, analyze likely causation defenses, and develop a damages presentation that accounts for the medical, financial, and personal consequences of the injury.
We handle select medical malpractice matters on a contingency fee basis. Attorney fees are generally recovered only if there is a settlement or judgment in your favor, subject to the terms of a written fee agreement. Case costs are separate and will be explained before representation begins. Not every inquiry results in representation, and not every adverse medical outcome constitutes malpractice. This page is attorney advertising and is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
Our Approach
Medical malpractice litigation requires careful case selection and strong evidentiary support before any claim is pursued. We begin by assessing whether the available records, treatment timeline, and medical facts indicate a viable departure from the standard of care and whether that departure likely caused measurable harm. California law imposes strict time deadlines on these claims, making prompt evaluation essential.
We recognize that many clients come to us after a traumatic and confusing medical event. Our role is to bring structure to the investigation, identify whether the law provides a remedy, and pursue the matter with professionalism and persistence. When we accept a case, we prepare it thoroughly and communicate directly and regularly with the client and family throughout the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard of care in a medical malpractice case?
The standard of care refers to the level and type of care that a reasonably competent healthcare provider, with the same or similar training and experience, would have provided under similar circumstances. If a provider departs from that standard and causes injury, a malpractice claim may exist.
What types of medical malpractice cases do you handle?
We evaluate cases involving delayed or missed diagnosis, surgical errors, anesthesia errors, birth injuries, medication errors, emergency room negligence, failure to obtain informed consent, hospital-acquired infections, and failures in post-operative care, among others.
Are there limits on what a patient can recover in California?
California law limits recovery of non-economic damages (such as pain and suffering) in medical malpractice cases. Economic damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and future care costs are not subject to the same cap. The specific limits applicable to your case depend on the facts and timing of the matter and should be discussed with an attorney.
How long do I have to bring a medical malpractice claim?
These matters are subject to strict filing deadlines under California law. The applicable deadline depends on when the injury occurred and when it was discovered. Because records can disappear and deadlines can be short, prompt legal review is strongly encouraged.
What does it cost to pursue a medical malpractice case?
We handle select matters on a contingency fee basis, meaning attorney fees are paid from a recovery and not billed to the client upfront. All fee and cost arrangements are explained in a written agreement before representation begins.
Do I need an expert to prove medical malpractice?
In virtually all California medical malpractice cases, qualified expert testimony is required to establish the applicable standard of care and whether it was breached. We work with appropriate medical professionals to support the claims we pursue.
If you believe you or a family member suffered serious harm because of negligent medical care, contact The Law Offices of Robert Warwick for a complimentary attorney case consultation. We will evaluate the available facts, explain the process, and determine whether your matter warrants formal investigation.