If a doctor, nurse, hospital or other provider in the Bloomsburg area made a mistake that harmed you or a family member, you may have a medical malpractice claim. Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers represents patients and families throughout Columbia County and Central Pennsylvania, and our lawyers come to you in Bloomsburg at home or by video.
Our nearest office is in Lewisburg, about 30 miles west of Bloomsburg. A free case review costs you nothing.
Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle
- Delayed or missed diagnosis, including cancer, stroke, heart attack and infection
- Surgical errors
- Anesthesia and intubation errors
- Medication and pharmacy errors
- Emergency room errors
- Birth injuries
- Failure to follow up on test results
Not every bad outcome is malpractice. A claim generally requires showing that the provider fell below the accepted standard of care and that the mistake caused real harm.
Pennsylvania Rules for Medical Malpractice Claims
- Deadline. You generally have two years to file. The clock may start when you knew, or should have known, that you were harmed by a provider’s mistake.
- Certificate of merit. Pennsylvania requires a certificate stating that a qualified medical professional has reviewed the case and believes the care fell below accepted standards (Pa.R.C.P. 1042.3). It is due with the complaint or within 60 days after.
- No cap on compensatory damages. Pennsylvania does not cap medical bills, lost income or pain and suffering in malpractice cases.
- Where to file. Cases are often filed in the county where the care happened. For care in Bloomsburg, that is usually the Columbia County Court of Common Pleas, but other counties may be possible.
How We Build a Malpractice Case
Our lawyers gather your complete medical records, have them reviewed by qualified medical professionals, and work with experts to explain what should have happened and how the mistake changed your health. These cases take time and resources, and we explain how case costs are handled before you sign anything.
Bloomsburg Medical Malpractice FAQs
How do I know if I have a malpractice case?
Talk to a lawyer about what happened. We review your records with medical professionals before telling you whether a claim makes sense.
How long do I have to file?
Generally two years, but the start date can depend on when you learned of the injury. Deadlines differ for children and wrongful death, so ask a lawyer as early as you can.
Can I bring a claim for a family member who died?
Yes. Pennsylvania allows wrongful death and survival claims. See our wrongful death page.
Do you have an office in Bloomsburg?
Our nearest office is in Lewisburg. Our lawyers come to you in Bloomsburg or meet by video.
How much does it cost?
Nothing up front. We handle malpractice cases on a contingency fee, so you pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you.
Talk to a Bloomsburg Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Medical records and the memories of the people involved fade with time. Schedule a free case review with Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers. Learn more about Pennsylvania medical malpractice claims or see all the injury cases we handle in Bloomsburg.
