Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Lake Tapps, WA
When doctors, nurses, or other healthcare providers make serious mistakes, lives can change forever. Here in Lake Tapps and across Pierce County, far too many patients face unexpected injuries due to medical errors that should have been prevented. At Moseley Collins Law, we've spent over four decades standing up for patients and families affected by medical negligence. We know firsthand how challenging these situations can be, both emotionally and financially.
What Counts as Medical Malpractice in Washington?Medical malpractice isn't just about a bad outcome - it happens when healthcare providers fail to provide reasonable care that other qualified providers would have given in the same situation. That's why our team at Moseley Collins Law brings in multiple medical specialists to review every case. These experts help us understand exactly what went wrong and build the strongest possible case for our clients.
Common Medical Mistakes We SeeWe regularly handle cases involving:
- Surgeons operating on the wrong body part or leaving instruments inside patients
- Doctors missing obvious signs of serious conditions like cancer, heart attacks, or strokes
- Pharmacy errors leading to dangerous medication mix-ups
- Birth complications causing injury to mothers or babies
- Problems with anesthesia during surgery
- Infections that spread because of poor hospital cleanliness
- Emergency rooms sending home patients having heart attacks or strokes
- Mix-ups with lab results leading to wrong treatments
If you've experienced problems at any of these local facilities, we can help:
- MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital - Known for general medical and surgical care
- MultiCare Auburn Medical Center - Major medical center for south King County
- Virginia Mason Hospital - Providing specialized medical services
The numbers tell a troubling story:
- Research from Johns Hopkins Medicine shows medical errors rank as the third leading cause of death in America, right behind heart disease and cancer
- Studies in the Journal of Patient Safety found that about 1 in 20 patients suffers serious harm that could have been prevented
- The National Practitioner Data Bank shows that wrong diagnoses make up about one-third of all medical malpractice claims
At Moseley Collins Law, we believe in doing things right:
- We start with a free, no-pressure meeting to hear your story
- We handle all the back-and-forth with insurance companies
- Our lawyers prepare every case as if it's going to trial
- You'll always know what's happening with your case
Our medical malpractice team helps people throughout the region, including:
- Bonney Lake
- Sumner
- Auburn
- Edgewood
- Milton
- Pacific
- Puyallup
- South Hill
- Enumclaw
- Buckley
- More than 40 years of helping medical malpractice victims
- Millions recovered for people hurt by medical mistakes
- Hundreds of real 5-star reviews on Google
- No fee unless we win money for you
- Free first meeting to discuss your case
- Access to respected medical experts
We start by:
- Getting copies of every medical record
- Having medical experts review what happened
- Recording all your injuries and problems
- Showing how doctors or nurses made mistakes
Our focus includes:
- Getting medical experts to testify
- Adding up all your losses
- Preparing legal papers
- Making a plan to win in court
Washington has strict time limits for filing medical malpractice lawsuits. Don't wait to get help - waiting too long could mean losing your right to seek justice.
Money Available for Medical Malpractice VictimsIf we win your case, you might receive money for:
- Doctor bills (now and in the future)
- Lost paychecks and future earning ability
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
- Rehabilitation costs
- Long-term care needs
Think you might have a medical malpractice case in Lake Tapps or nearby? Call Moseley Collins Law at 800-426-5546. While we can't give legal advice before you hire us, we can:
- Listen carefully to what happened
- Look at whether you have a case
- Talk about your options
- Point you toward helpful resources
- Set up a free meeting
Having handled countless medical malpractice cases, we understand you need:
- Regular updates about your case
- Clear answers to your questions
- Someone who returns phone calls promptly
- A lawyer who fights hard for every dollar
- A team that truly cares about helping you
We recommend:
- Writing down everything about your medical appointments
- Keeping a daily record of your pain and problems
- Saving all bills and letters about your medical care
- Taking photos of visible injuries
- Getting copies of your medical records
Medical mistakes can turn your life upside down. In Lake Tapps and throughout Pierce County, Moseley Collins Law stands ready to help put things right. With over 40 years of experience handling medical malpractice cases, we know what it takes to win fair compensation for our clients.
Call us today at 800-426-5546 for your free consultation. Our experienced team will review your situation and help you understand your options. While no lawyer can guarantee results, we have a strong track record of winning medical malpractice cases and getting our clients the money they deserve.