Medical Malpractice
For patients and families seriously harmed by substandard medical care across Columbus and central Ohio.
When Care Falls Below the Standard
Medicine carries risk, and a bad outcome is not always malpractice. A case exists when a provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care and that failure causes real harm. The difference between a hard outcome and a negligent one is often a medical judgment, which is why these cases turn on the records and on qualified experts who can review what happened.
These are some of the most demanding cases in civil law. They take time, expert review, and resources, and not every injury supports a claim. We are honest about that. We will review your records carefully and tell you whether the case is one we believe can be proven, rather than encouraging a fight that will not serve you.
Matters We Review
- Missed or delayed diagnosis of a serious condition.
- Surgical errors and avoidable complications.
- Medication and anesthesia mistakes.
- Birth injuries from negligent care.
- Nursing-home neglect causing serious harm.
What These Cases Require
The records. The medical chart is the heart of the case. We obtain and review the complete records, often alongside a physician in the relevant specialty, to determine whether the standard of care was met.
Qualified experts. Ohio requires support from a medical expert to move a malpractice claim forward. We work with credible specialists who can review the care and explain, if it is the case, where it went wrong.
The deadline. Ohio sets a firm time limit for malpractice claims, with specific notice rules that can affect it. Because building these cases takes time, reaching out early matters.
How the Fee Works
We handle medical malpractice cases on a contingency fee. You pay no attorney fee unless we recover, and the first consultation is free. Because these cases carry significant costs, we will explain how costs are handled in writing before any work begins.