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Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Taking a Stand Against Health Care Negligence

Health care in the United States is among the best in the world, with revolutionary technologies and practices that have saved countless lives. But mistakes and negligent errors do happen and, when they do, they can cause immense pain and suffering to family members and their loved ones. In some cases, medical negligence can even lead to death.

At Ashcraft & Gerel, our medical malpractice lawyers are extensively experienced in this area of law. If you believe you or someone you love was the victim of medical negligence or malpractice, reach out to our team to discuss your legal rights and options. We serve clients in Maryland, D.C. and Virginia, and have a long track record of success, having secured over $1 billion in settlement negotiations and at trial.

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Understanding Medical Malpractice Laws

Medical malpractice law exists to help those injured individuals. It defines negligent medical conduct as doing something—or failing to do something—that a reasonably knowledgeable doctor or another healthcare professional in that field would or would not do under similar circumstances. It applies to treatments, surgeries, diagnoses, and more. Malpractice claims vary depending on the unique situation of the patient and his or her injury. It’s important to remember that a bad outcome after medical treatment does not mean that the doctor—or anyone else—committed malpractice. Unfortunately, there are no guarantees in health care, even if the doctor exercises the greatest caution. These are called “unavoidable risks.” But if a bad outcome could have been avoided if the health care provider had exercised reasonable care, a patient should contact a medical malpractice attorney to learn more about their legal rights. Some examples of common medical malpractice claims include:
  • Misdiagnosis
  • Delayed diagnosis
  • Failure to diagnose
  • Failure to treat
  • Surgical mistakes
  • Anesthesia errors
  • Birth injuries
  • Emergency room errors
  • Medication mistakes
Medical malpractice and negligence cases may also involve dangerous pharmaceutical drugs and/or defective medical devices.
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Contact Our Team of Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Ashcraft & Gerel’s medical malpractice lawyers handle these types of claims for clients throughout the country. These types of cases are often very difficult and expensive to litigate, but our team of experienced attorneys has ready access to some of the best advisors, medical experts, and other resources available. We have earned a track record of successfully handling medical malpractice claims, resulting in several multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts across the country. Please contact us today if you think you have a case and would like to discuss the details with one of our medical malpractice attorneys. Ashcraft & Gerel can meet you at home, in the hospital, or at one of our office locations in Maryland or Virginia.

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We’ve secured life-changing results for clients by holding powerful interests accountable.

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$3 Million

Tylenol (acetaminophen) Litigation Settlements

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$1.25 Million

Construction Negligence

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$16 Million

Brain Injury Due to Defective Medical Device

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$1.9 Million

Injury from Automobile Defect – Malfunction

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$200,000

Car Accident Negligence

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$2 Million

Burns from Flammable Bathrobe

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$2.5 Million

Injured Forklift Operator

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$2.9 Million

Child Injured at Birth – Deprived of Oxygen

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$3.5 Million

Injured by Defective Helmet & Negligent Track Employees

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$46 Million

Pharmaceutical Negligence

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$500,000

Injured by Negligent Nursing Home

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$5.4 Million

Child Injured at Birth – Umbilical Cord Compression

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$640,000

Workers’ Compensation – Fall From Roof

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$700,000

Injuries Caused by Defective Airbag

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$735,000

Nursing Home Malpractice

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$825,000

Defective Surgical Device

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$850,000

Child Injured by Lead Paint in Apartment Building

I really appreciate Ashcraft & Gerel, LLP. Mr. Justin and his team, including Kable, kept me informed every step of the way and went above and beyond to secure a settlement that exceeded my expectations after my tractor-trailer accident. Highly recommend their professionalism and dedication!

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Outstanding work by my lawyer and his excellent assistant! This is my 2nd excellent experience with Ashcraft and Gerel!

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News & Resources

ASHCRAFT & GEREL’S ROLE IN HISTORIC TALCUM POWDER SETTLEMENT COVERED IN LAW.COM

Law.com recently reported on the historic settlement reached to resolve approximately 76,000 Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuits. The uncapped agreement marks a significant milestone after more than a decade

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Ashcraft & Gerel LLP, a leading plaintiff’s law firm whose attorneys serve as both Co-Lead Counsel and as a member of the Plaintiffs’ Negotiation Committee in MDL 2738 (District of

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Ashcraft & Gerel, LLP partners Michelle Parfitt and James Green, two of the co-counsels representing the Committee members share the thoughts expressed by the TCC committee in their public statement.

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Patrick Lyons Appointed to the Leadership Development Committee on Hair Relaxer MDL

Congratulations to Patrick Lyons and the Ashcraft & Gerel team for being appointed to the Leadership Development Committee on the Hair Relaxer Marketing Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation MDL.

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Ashcraft & Gerel Not Supportive of Second Bankruptcy and Claimed “Settlement”

With Ashcraft & Gerel’s Talc litigation history and hard-earned knowledge, why are we not supportive of LTL Management’s announced second bankruptcy and claimed “settlement”? As widely reported in the press,

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Congratulations Cedric Lewis!

Congratulations to A&G Attorney Cedric Lewis for obtaining a $200,000 jury verdict for his client in Montgomery County, Maryland! #getashcraft

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Ashcraft & Gerel Lawyers to Speak at HarrisMartin’s Paraquat Litigation Webinar

We at Ashcraft & Gerel are proud to announce that Attorneys Michelle A. Parfitt and Patrick Lyons will be speaking at HarrisMartin’s Webinar Series: Paraquat Herbicide Litigation on Monday, May

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Ashcraft & Gerel Attorneys Selected to 2021 Super Lawyers®, Rising Stars

The time of the year for Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars selections has finally arrived, and Ashcraft & Gerel is proud to announce that three of our Washington, D.C. legal

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Ashcraft & Gerel Takes the Lead in Consumer Protection

Our Team Is Working Hard on Cases Involving ParaGard IUDs and Weed Killer Paraquat Ashcraft & Gerel is known for taking complex, high-profile cases in the name of consumer protection.

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Attorney Michelle Parfitt Invited to Speak at MTMP 2021

Mass Torts Made Perfect Holds Bi-Annual Conferences, and Ashcraft & Gerel Attorney Michelle Parfitt Is a Frequent Speaker The current head of the Mass Tort practice section at Ashcraft &

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Attorney Parfitt to Speak at NJICLE Webinar on Mass Torts, Talc

In the upcoming continuing legal education (CLE) program “Contemporary Issues in Mass Torts: Applying Lessons from Talc and Beyond,” Attorney Michelle A. Parfitt will be speaking on the current and

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Ashcraft & Gerel Fights for Those Injured by ParaGard® IUDs

The Ashcraft & Gerel legal team is now accepting injury cases concerning ParaGard® copper intrauterine devices (IUDs). With more and more patients coming forward about the harm their IUD caused

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Please gather all relevant documents; photographs, medical records, provider contact information, incident reports, etc. prior to your consultation.

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Case timelines vary depending on the complexity and circumstances of each matter, and a personalized assessment will be provided during your initial consultation with one of our attorneys.

We understand the financial stress an injury can cause. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis – you pay nothing unless we win. Our fee is a percentage of the compensation we recover for you. If we don’t win, you don’t owe us a dime. Our fees are clearly outlined in our retainer agreement, so you’ll always know exactly where you stand.

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