Agoura Hills, CA Medical Malpractice Lawyer - Hospital Negligence Attorneys

Moseley Collins Law is a distinguished medical malpractice and personal injury law firm with over 40 years of experience representing clients nationwide. Our award-winning lawyers have recovered millions for victims of hospital negligence and medical errors. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury due to the substandard care of a doctor, nurse, hospital, or other healthcare provider, contact our firm today for a free consultation by calling (800) 426-5546.

Medical malpractice, also known as medical negligence, occurs when a healthcare professional breaches the established standard of care when treating a patient, resulting in injury or death. Some examples of medical malpractice include:

• Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of a serious illness or condition
• Surgical errors and complications
• Birth injuries to the baby due to medical negligence
• Medication errors and pharmacy mix-ups
• Failure to order necessary medical tests

The effects of medical malpractice can be catastrophic, resulting in conditions such as severe brain damage, paralysis, cerebral palsy, stroke, amputation of limbs, and even wrongful death.

If you suspect you or a loved one has been the victim of medical negligence, it is important to understand your legal options. An Agoura Hills medical malpractice lawyer can help you build a strong claim by:

• Investigating what went wrong and determining if acceptable standards were breached
• Consulting medical experts to attest malpractice occurred
• Gather evidence such as medical records, doctor/nurse notes, lab reports
• Calculate current and future medical costs and other damages
• Negotiate an appropriate settlement from liable parties

The statute of limitations - the deadline to take legal action - is only 1 year from the date of discovery in California. Given the complexities surrounding medical malpractice cases, it is wise to speak to a lawyer sooner rather than later.

Moseley Collins Law is equipped to handle even the most extreme cases of hospital negligence and malpractice in Agoura Hills and throughout Los Angeles County. Some key reasons to choose our firm include:

• 40+ years successfully representing victims of medical negligence
• Prior experience with cases involving severe injuries requiring 24/7 care
• Millions recovered in verdicts & settlements
• Personal attention and respect for every client
• Rapid response times and transparent communication
• No legal fees unless we win
• Support from a strong legal team

From small community clinics to expansive metropolitan hospitals - medical errors happen more often than people realize. We represent clients who have endured all forms of hospital negligence such as:

• Misdiagnosis: Failure to promptly and correctly diagnose health conditions
• Delayed treatment: Slow to order interventions, tests; waiting too long to refer patient to specialist
• Surgical errors: Perforations, punctures or negligence during surgery resulting in internal trauma/infections
• Medication errors: Administering wrong drug or dosage leading to complications
• Childbirth injuries: Excessive use of vacuum or forceps leading to infant brain damage; failure to monitor fetal distress

These heartbreaking cases can cause emotional trauma on top of dealing with devastating injuries that result in permanent disability or death. We seek to hold all liable parties fully accountable while also giving clients a compassionate environment to share their story.

With input from medical experts in fields ranging from emergency medicine to obstetrics, our firm has successfully handled just about every kind of medical malpractice case under the sun.

While each case is different with no guarantees, our dedicated team has what it takes to thoroughly investigate negligence, build strong arguments on our clients’ behalf, and relentlessly pursue maximum compensation for them. We utilize top medical experts to prove malpractice beyond doubt.

There are several highly-rated hospitals serving residents of Agoura Hills and nearby communities:

The top-ranked hospital in the Greater Los Angeles area offering cutting-edge care across a wide range of specialties from cancer to orthopedics and neurology.

Website: www.uclahealth.org/santa-monica

A 188-bed facility offering comprehensive treatment from primary to specialty care including a Level II trauma center.

Website: www.cedars-sinaitarzana.org

A 265-bed hospital in Thousand Oaks featuring advanced maternal and pediatric care as well as cardiovascular services.

Website: www.losrobleshospital.com

Full-service hospital providing quality medical and surgical treatment across a wide range of disciplines.

Website: www.westhillshospital.com

Our lawyers assist those dealing with medical negligence across Greater Los Angeles including the following cities and communities nearby Agoura Hills:

• Calabasas
• Hidden Hills
• Malibu
• Westlake Village
• Woodland Hills

We also help clients in:

• Nearby areas of Ventura County including Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Moorpark and Newbury Park
• Additional Los Angeles County cities and towns like Northridge, Canoga Park, Winnetka, Reseda, Van Nuys, and Tarzana
• Certain neighborhoods within the City of Los Angeles as well

We focus our practice exclusively on the following catastrophic injury cases requiring 24/7 lifetime care:

• Brain damage
• Spinal cord injuries causing paralysis
• Severe multi-limb amputations
• Major organ failure
• Wrongful death

Lawsuits associated with less severe harm such as small lacerations or bone fractures, minor burns, or short-term illnesses may not meet the strict criteria to justify our legal representation. However, we will gladly refer you to trusted associates.

First and foremost, our priority is helping restore clients to the fullest life possible while pursuing financial means to cover their medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, loss of income, and other present/future costs stemming from their injury. Justice is the ultimate goal.

Being the victim of medical malpractice can not only result in devastating injuries but also significant financial loss now and into the future. If negligence is proven, those found liable need to pay appropriate damages.

Economic damages in medical malpractice seek to reimburse tangible monetary losses. These include:

• Medical expenses: All medical costs directly related to the malpractice such as hospital/doctor bills, therapy, rehabilitation, in-home nursing care, medical equipment and prescription medications. Both past and future expected costs are claimed.
• Loss of income: Value of income lost to date - as well as loss expected in future - due to inability to work. Factors like occupation, salary, benefits, retirement plans, training for new career, and work-life expectancy are considered.
• Loss of household services: Cost of hiring replacement services the injured can no longer provide like house cleaning, lawn care, childcare and transportation services.

Noneconomic damages address quality-of-life losses that do not come with a precise price tag but profoundly impact victims and families. Types include:

• Pain and suffering: Seeks to provide monetary relief for physical discomfort and emotional trauma caused by malpractice.
• Loss of consortium: Compensates the spouse/family for loss of companionship and intimacy with injured.
• Loss of enjoyment of life: Accounts for loss of ability to participate in hobbies, activities, sports and entertainment sources once enjoyed.

An experienced medical malpractice lawyer thoroughly calculates both economic and noneconomic damages to build the strongest claim possible while compassionately guiding clients through the process.

If you believe medical negligence may have occurred resulting in catastrophic injury or death of a loved one in Agoura Hills or nearby communities, please call Moseley Collins Law today at (800) 426-5546 for a FREE consultation. We are standing by to listen and support you during this difficult period. Expert lawyers are ready to help you understand all your legal options.

The first step is to seek legal counsel to understand your options. A lawyer can launch an investigation, obtain medical records, and consult experts to build a strong case.

No, compensation from personal injury settlements is not taxable under federal and California tax laws. This helps significantly with covering costs.

You may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit which can claim damages like loss of consortium, pain & suffering damages the deceased endured, burial costs, loss of earnings/benefits, and other losses.

Top firms like ours work on contingency meaning legal fees only come from settlement funds - no upfront costs to clients. We front all costs. Fee is typically 30-40% of total award.

Anywhere from several months for smaller settlements to 2-3 years for the most complex cases going to trial. We aim to secure resolution ASAP while maximizing compensation.