Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Birch Bay, WA
When a doctor's mistake changes your life, you need someone who understands both the medical and legal sides of your case. Here in Birch Bay, Washington, our team at Moseley Collins Law sees the real impact of medical errors on families every day. For over 40 years, we've been standing up for patients who've been hurt by healthcare mistakes, helping them get back on their feet and move forward with their lives.
What Counts as Medical Malpractice in Washington?Think of medical malpractice like this: when you go to a doctor or hospital, you expect a certain level of care. When that care falls short of what any reasonable healthcare provider would do, and you get hurt as a result, that's medical malpractice. It's not always straightforward, which is why having a lawyer who knows both medicine and law makes such a difference.
Types of Cases We HandleWe've helped people with all kinds of medical mistakes, including:
- Operations that went wrong
- Doctors missing or delaying important diagnoses
- Mix-ups with medications
- Injuries to babies during birth
- Mistakes in the emergency room
- Problems with anesthesia
- Infections picked up in hospitals
- Doctors not explaining risks before treatment
If you're in Birch Bay, you might be familiar with these healthcare facilities:
- PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center: A major hospital serving our community
- Northwest Behavioral Healthcare: Specializing in mental health services
- St. Luke's Community Healthcare: Providing general medical care
- Unity Care NW: Offering various health services
Let's be clear about something: medical errors are more common than most people think. Johns Hopkins researchers found they're actually the third biggest cause of death in our country. When these mistakes happen, they can lead to:
- Disabilities that last a lifetime
- Damage to your brain or organs
- Health problems getting worse instead of better
- Surgeries you didn't really need
- Pain that doesn't go away
- Emotional scars that take time to heal
- In the worst cases, loss of life
When you work with us, here's what we do:
Deep InvestigationWe don't just take the hospital's word for it. We bring in multiple experts from different specialties to look at what happened. They check every detail in your medical records to find where things went wrong.
Building Your CaseOur approach includes:
- Getting copies of every medical record
- Finding and interviewing people who saw what happened
- Looking at the hospital's own rules and procedures
- Checking similar cases
- Putting together solid proof of mistakes
We're proud of our hundreds of 5-star Google reviews. They show how we've helped real people get real results. We've won millions for our clients, though every case is different.
Where We Help PeopleFrom our office, we help people all over Whatcom County, including:
- Blaine
- Custer
- Ferndale
- Lynden
- Bellingham
- Everson
- Nooksack
- Sumas
- Point Roberts
- Lummi Island
Washington gives you a limited time to file a medical malpractice case, so it's important to start soon. While we can't give legal advice until we represent you, we'll look at your case for free and help point you in the right direction.
What You Should Bring When We Meet- Your medical records
- Bills you've paid
- Insurance paperwork
- Pictures of injuries
- A list of what happened when
- Names of your doctors and nurses
- Any letters from the hospital
Here's what sets us apart:
- More than 40 years of helping people with medical malpractice
- A history of winning cases and getting fair settlements
- No costs unless we win your case
- Connections with top medical experts
- Personal attention to you and your family
- Respect from other lawyers and judges
You don't have to figure this out alone. Call us at 800-426-5546, and we'll talk about your case for free. We're here to explain what happened and help you understand what to do next.
Working TogetherWhen you work with us, we:
- Keep you updated on your case
- Explain things in plain English
- Help you understand your choices
- Help you find medical care
- Handle your paperwork
- Deal with insurance companies
- Stand up for you in court
These cases need special knowledge and resources. Our team knows how to:
- Work through complex medical rules
- Handle insurance company tactics
- Meet legal deadlines
- Work with expert witnesses
- Figure out fair compensation
- Keep your rights protected
If you or someone you love got hurt because of a medical mistake in Birch Bay or nearby, call Moseley Collins Law at 800-426-5546.
Don't worry about the cost - talking to us is free, and you only pay if we win your case. While we can't give legal advice in our first meeting, we can look at what happened and help you figure out your next steps.
Remember, getting hurt by a doctor or hospital doesn't mean you have to handle it alone. We're here to help you get answers and work toward making things right.