TOP SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYERS
We are experienced medical malpractice attorneys who have helped victims of negligence receive the healing they deserve for over 30 years.
TOP SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYERS
We are experienced medical malpractice attorneys who have helped victims of negligence receive the healing they deserve for over 30 years.
Experience
Real trial lawyers with more than 100 combined years of experience protecting our clients.
Victories
Record-setting verdicts and over $200 million recovered on behalf of our well-deserving clients.
Awards
Our firm has earned over 65 awards, but our greatest achievements are our clients’ success stories.
Answers Are Free
Consultations are 100% confidential without obligation. Seven days a week, you can reach us.
Why Should You Hire Hodes Milman for Your Case?
At Hodes Milman, our availability, resourcefulness, and complete commitment to you are what set us apart. We tenaciously pursue justice for your case so you can focus on recovery and rehabilitation.
The following are just a few reasons why clients prefer our services:
- Our results speak for themselves: We have decades of trial experience and over $200 million in victories. Founding partner Dan Hodes has worked in medical malpractice for nearly 40 years and recovered over $35 million for his clients in one year alone.
- We represent the underdog: You’ll never find us on the side of a billion-dollar corporation or insurance company.
- Broad range of representation: We represent individuals in Southern California as well as throughout the United States.
- We protect our communities: We stand in the gap for honest, hard-working people who have suffered injuries due to no fault of their own.
- Passion for excellence: We pay close attention to each detail in preparation of our clients’ cases. We strive for success at trial in order to secure the best outcome.
- Close involvment with our clients: Each case is given the full attention and responsive commitment it deserves — every time. You can call upon us at any time and for any reason.
When it comes to selecting legal representation, don’t settle for anything less. You and your family deserve a law firm that will devote their full resources and capabilities toward your claim. Lawsuits can be daunting, but choosing the right law firm will help ease your burdens.
Accessible at Each Step of the Way
Communication between clients and their attorneys is a key aspect of success in a lawsuit. While our team has the legal know-how, it’s ultimately up to you to make the major decisions in terms of your recovery.
We stay in close contact with you through the process. Contact us day or night, any day of the week if you have any questions or concerns about your case. We’ll stand by your side to ensure that you stay informed throughout the whole case.
What Are the Benefits of Hiring an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer?
After an accident or injury, there may be many loose ends to tie up and legal matters to address. In many cases, the person may be too injured to think about legal issues, and won’t be able to handle many of these tasks on their own. They may also lack the experience and training needed to obtain a favorable outcome.
Hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer can help provide the following benefits for your case:
- Knowledge of the law: An attorney can research the laws that apply to your case.
- Crafting a legal strategy: Using the facts of your case, an attorney can build a strong trial strategy.
- Familiarity with the process: An attorney will have knowledge court dates, filing deadlines, and other procedural aspects of your case.
- Forms and documents: Your attorney can help you compile and fill out all forms needed to recover damages.
- Interviewing parties: Part of trial preparation involves interviewing key people to gather statements from them. An experienced attorney can handle this for you.
- Preparing evidence: A lawyer can help gather the records, transcripts, and physical items that will be used as evidence for your case.
- Negotiating skills: In many cases, legal disputes are resolved through settlement negotiations; in such cases you need a lawyer who has experience in such situations
- Emotional support and guidance: The aftermath of an accident can be emotionally draining. A lawyer can be on hand to provide moral support and encouragement during such times.
Working with a lawyer can help secure the financial support and resources that you and your family need for recovery.
SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTATION
Get started on your path to recovery. Contact us by filling out the form below or calling us at (949) 640-8222 to set up a free, no-obligation consultation regarding your case.
Legal Experience in a Broad Range of Practice Areas
Regardless of how you were injured, you deserve to be made whole for the losses you experienced. The following are just a few examples of the types of cases we cover:
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News & FAQ’s
Dan Hodes Clinches Fourth Top Gun Title in Medical Malpractice
Dan Hodes of Hodes Milman has once again been honored for his exceptional work on behalf of his clients. Every year, local California trial lawyers are honored for their outstanding achievements at the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA) annual Top Gun...
How to Prove Medical Malpractice
Proving medical malpractice can be extremely difficult. The attorneys at Hodes Milman can help you pursue a lawsuit and hold the parties responsible for your injuries accountable. Medical malpractice refers to a situation in which a healthcare provider, such as a...
Why should I hire a personal injury attorney?
Why is it important to hire an attorney who specializes in medical malpractice?
First, medical malpractice cases are governed by a very specific set of laws, most of which fall under The Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act was passed in 1975 (“MICRA”). These laws have very specific parameters of the statute of limitations (filing deadlines) that are far different than a general personal injury case. They also change the rules of evidence and procedure at trial as well as limit the amount of damages available. Hiring a firm that concentrates on med mal is essential given these particular nuances in the law.
Second, every element of a medical malpractice claim must be proven by medical experts. Not only must experts prove that the healthcare provider acted wrongfully, but you must have experts to show that the wrongful conduct caused the injury/death as well as to prove the nature and amount of the harm. Many medical malpractice lawsuits require multiple experts in highly-specialized fields. It is far easier for the defense to find these multiple experts and defend their colleagues than to find experts to help prosecute such actions. At Hodes Milman, LLP , we are intimately familiar with the experts needed to prove medical negligence claims.
Lastly, only a firm that specializes in medical malpractice will be taken seriously by the large insurance carriers and medical malpractice defense firms. Likewise, Hodes Milman, LLP is very familiar with the tricks and arguments utilized by these insurance carriers and law firms…Learn More
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How much time after I am injured do I have to file a lawsuit?
How are lawsuits against Kaiser Permanente handled?
For decades, Kaiser has included a mandatory provision in their Health Plans requiring the use of a private arbitration procedure for all malpractice committed by Kaiser employees or Southern California Permanente Medical Group doctors. Kaiser pays a private dispute administrator called the Office of Independent Administrator to administer its private court system. There are very complicated rules that govern Kaiser arbitrations and it’s important to hire a firm that focuses on medical malpractice like Hodes Milman, LLP to handle such claims.
Even more importantly, Kaiser is obviously a repeat defendant in the arbitration process. Sometimes, this may unfortunately sway an arbitrator to rule in Kaiser’s favor or risk not being used in future arbitrations. Like Kaiser, Hodes Milman, LLP is a repeat player as we have handled many arbitrations against Kaiser…Learn More
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MEET THE ATTORNEYS
When you work with us, you’ll see the difference. A lot of firms are quick to show you numbers, and it is absolutely true that your lawyer should have experience and a strong track record in the area that you require. However, we’ll take it one step further. We also believe that your attorney should put your needs, cares and desires first. Because you deserve more than just compensation for your losses - you deserve a true advocate.