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Find Medical Malpractice Lawyers Near You in Bristol, TN
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17 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Bristol, TN
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Showing 17 medical malpractice lawyers in Bristol, TN
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Mark Hurt Law Firm - Injury & Disability Attorneys
100 5th St Ste 1 West-C, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 830-4154 markhurtlawfirm.com
Massengill, Caldwell & Coughlin, P.C.
777 Anderson St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 797-6022 mccbristol.com
Michael E. Large, Attorney
529 Alabama St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 968-4969 largelaw.com
The Slaughter Law Firm
324 6th St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 844-0560 slaughterlawfirm.net
Dean Greer & Associates
2151 Volunteer Pkwy, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 246-1988 deangreer.com
The Senter Law Firm, PC
713 Volunteer Pkwy Suite 7, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 764-5255 senterlaw.com
Randy M. Kennedy Law Firm
625 Anderson St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 764-7162 rkennedylaw.com
E. Lynn Dougherty, Attorney at Law
131 8th St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 764-1313 lynndoughertylaw.com
Myers N. Massengill
777 Anderson St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 797-6022 mccbristol.com
Moffatt Law Office
1241 Volunteer Pkwy Suite 444, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 989-7868 moffattlawoffices.com
Dan Bieger, PLC
565 Volunteer Pkwy, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 573-4440
L. Dudley Senter
713 Volunteer Pkwy # 6, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 764-5255 senterlaw.com
Icenhour Edens
900 Anderson St # B, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 968-3155
Timothy W. Hudson, Attorney at Law
131 8th St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 968-3106 timhudsonlaw.com
Penn Stuart
804 Anderson St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 793-4800 pennstuart.com
Edens J Wesley
900 Anderson St # B, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 968-7709
Richard E. Ladd
804 Anderson St, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 793-4800 pennstuart.com
Medical malpractice lawyers in Bristol Tennessee help patients who have been harmed by negligent healthcare providers. Tennessee law requires you to file a malpractice claim within one year of discovering the injury, with a maximum of three years from the date of the incident. Bristol attorneys can assist with cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, or medication mistakes at local hospitals and clinics.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Bristol Cost?
Medical malpractice lawyers in Tennessee typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or award. This percentage often ranges from 33% to 40%, depending on the case complexity and whether the case goes to trial. Some attorneys charge for costs like filing fees and expert witness expenses separately. 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 statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, you generally have one year from the date you discovered or should have discovered the injury to file a lawsuit. There is also a three-year absolute deadline from the date of the malpractice, with limited exceptions for foreign objects left in the body.
Do I need a certificate of merit to file a malpractice case in Tennessee?
Yes, Tennessee requires a certificate of good faith when filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. This means your attorney must obtain a written statement from a qualified expert confirming that there is a reasonable basis for the claim.
What damages can I recover in a Bristol medical malpractice case?
You can seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. Tennessee caps noneconomic damages at $750,000 per case, with a higher limit of $1 million for catastrophic injuries.
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