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Find Medical Malpractice Lawyers Near You in Carlsbad, CA
Looking for a medical malpractice lawyer in Carlsbad? Review the directory below to compare your options.
14 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Carlsbad, CA
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Showing 14 medical malpractice lawyers in Carlsbad, CA
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HHJ Trial Attorneys: Car Accident & Injury Lawyers
2175 Salk Ave Suite 180, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(619) 465-8733 hhjtrialattorneys.com
Jurewitz Law Group Injury & Accident Lawyers
5451 Avenida Encinas suite h, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 585-4640 jurewitz.com
Miller & Steele Accident and Injury Lawyers - Carlsbad
5650 El Camino Real Suite 103, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 330-2335 millersteelelaw.com
Stipp Law Firm, APC
2333 State St # 101, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 994-0480 sd-personalinjury.com
Pursley Law Firm, APC
701 Palomar Airport Rd #300, Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 678-1884 pursleylegal.com
Odgers Law Group
1901 Camino Vida Roble STE 112, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(858) 869-1114 odgerslawgroup.com
Eugene Bruno & Associates
2173 Salk Ave Suite 250, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 392-7618 sdlawyers.com
Levinson Law Group, Carlsbad Personal Injury & Car Accident Lawyers
5927 Balfour Ct STE 201, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 477-4190 levinsonlawgroup.com
Holm Law Group
1925 Palomar Oaks Way Suite 200, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(858) 433-2001 holmlawgroup.com
Tosi Law LLC
5857 Owens Ave Ste 341, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(888) 312-2518 tosifirm.com
Arvanitis Law Group
2100 Palomar Airport Rd STE 214, Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 683-0333
Law Offices of Brett C. Drouet
2722 Gateway Rd suite 250, Carlsbad, CA 92009
(855) 500-2255 brettinjurylawyer.com
Rueb Stoller Daniel
5740 Fleet St STE 200, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 638-5220 lawrsd.com
Law Office of Tim Riley
7040 Avenida Encinas Suite 104-413, Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 683-5898 timriley.us
Medical malpractice lawyers in Carlsbad California help patients who have been harmed by negligent healthcare providers. California law requires that most medical malpractice claims be filed within one year of discovery or three years from the injury date whichever comes first. Local attorneys understand the specific procedures for filing claims against doctors and hospitals in San Diego County.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Carlsbad Cost?
Medical malpractice lawyers in California typically work on a contingency fee basis taking 33 to 40 percent of the recovery. Some firms charge additional costs for expert witnesses and court filing fees which can range from 5000 to 50000 or more. The total cost depends on case complexity and whether the case goes to trial. This is general information not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in Carlsbad California?
Under California Code of Civil Procedure section 340.5 you generally have one year from the date you discover the injury or three years from the date of the malpractice whichever occurs first. There are exceptions for children and cases involving foreign objects left in the body.
What damages can I recover in a California medical malpractice case?
You can recover economic damages like medical bills and lost wages. California law limits noneconomic damages for pain and suffering to 250000 in most medical malpractice cases. Punitive damages are rarely available.
Do I need a lawyer to file a medical malpractice claim in California?
While not required a lawyer is strongly recommended because California has complex procedural rules including a mandatory pre-filing affidavit from a medical expert. Most cases are handled on a contingency fee basis meaning you pay nothing unless you win.
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