Medical Malpractice Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need an attorney?
If you or someone you love is the victim of medical malpractice you should always consider hiring an attorney. By hiring an attorney every effort can be made to obtain maximum compensation for your medical malpractice claim. An attorney will also have the legal experience, knowledge and skill in order to protect your legal rights. At Goldwater Law Firm, PC we can help protect you if you or a loved one is the victim of medical malpractice. We represent clients throughout the cities of Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Glendale, Gilbert and Chandler, Arizona. Please contact us today for a free case consultation.

What is medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, physician, nurse, surgeon or any other healthcare worker is negligent in their actions when providing medical care. If you or a loved one is the victim of injuries, illness, misdiagnosis or even wrongful death then you may have the legal right to file a claim. Please contact us to discuss the facts of your case. We represent any type of medical malpractice suits, including those involving: birth injuries, brain injuries, misdiagnosis, Cerebral Palsy, Erb’s Palsy, premature delivery, wrongful death, medication error and surgical error.

How long do I have to file a claim?
Under the Arizona Statute of Limitations a person has a small amount of time to file a medical malpractice, personal injury or wrongful death claim. Typically 2 years. However, it is very important to file a claim as soon as possible. This is so that critical evidence, testimony and other information that must be obtained will not be lost, damaged or destroyed that may be beneficial to the maximum compensation amount that can be awarded for your claim. To learn the specific amount of time you may have for your particular claim, please contact a Phoenix medical malpractice lawyer at our firm today to discuss your medical malpractice case.

Who can file a claim?
A medical malpractice claim may be filed by the victim or the victim’s next of kin such as a spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandchild or legal guardian. Please contact a Phoenix medical malpractice attorney at Goldwater Law Firm, PC today for more information as to whether or not you may be able to file a claim.

Who can I file a medical malpractice claim against?
Medical malpractice claims can be filed against any healthcare worker or facility that was negligent in providing care. This may include a doctor, physician, surgeon, nurse, psychologist, psychiatrist, dentist, plastic surgeon, OBGYN, nursing home caregiver, nursing home, hospital or any other healthcare facility or office.

Do I have to pay for legal services for a medical malpractice claim?
At Goldwater Law Firm, PC if we make the decision that you have a valid claim and feel we can represent you, we will do so on a contingency basis. What this means is that you pay nothing to us for our legal services, unless we are able to recover damages on your behalf. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you and whether or not you may have a valid claim.

If I suspect medical malpractice, what should I do?
When a person is injured, made ill or dies due to a doctor or other healthcare workers negligent actions it is important to hire a Phoenix medical malpractice attorney immediately. Do not discuss your case with anyone until an attorney can determine what legal action may be taken and how to legally proceed with your claim.

Please contact Goldwater Law Firm, PC immediately to obtain excellent legal advice and guidance for your medical malpractice claim. We are committed to providing outstanding legal services in the effort to achieve a case win.

Contact us today if you have questions about medical malpractice.