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You expect safe, professional care when you place your health in the hands of a medical professional. If that trust is broken by a preventable mistake, a Rockville medical malpractice lawyer at Regan Zambri Long can help you hold the responsible parties accountable. Financial compensation may be available for medical bills, lost wages, and other such losses you may have incurred due to the negligence of a doctor or other such professional.
Medical errors represent one of the leading causes of death and injury in the U.S. Patients in Rockville and across Montgomery County have the right to pursue compensation when care falls below accepted standards. Whether the case involves a misdiagnosis, surgical mistake, or negligence at a hospital, our Rockville personal injury attorneys are ready to help. Learn more about what we can do for you and your loved ones during this challenging time by contacting us today for a free consultation.
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Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider harms a patient or allows them to be harmed by delivering care that falls below accepted medical standards. This breach of duty can happen in any setting, including hospitals, surgical centers, clinics, or even private doctors’ offices. In an age when it’s becoming increasingly common for medical professionals to “meet” with patients via telehealth apps, malpractice can occur even outside of a traditional clinical setting.
You must establish that your case meets the following criteria to file a successful medical malpractice claim or lawsuit in Maryland:
A doctor–patient relationship existed
The provider owed you a duty of care
The providers breached their duty by an act or omission
You suffered injury or loss as a direct result
Malpractice doesn’t just involve a poor medical outcome. Malpractice occurs when the harm could have been avoided if the provider had acted according to the standards of their profession.
Maryland medical malpractice cases often involve one or more of the following:
Diagnostic errors: This includes misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, or failure to diagnose. These are among the most common and dangerous medical errors. A delay in identifying cancer, stroke, heart attack, or infection can make the difference between recovery and permanent injury or death.
Surgical mistakes: Errors such as operating on the wrong site, leaving instruments in the body, or failing to monitor a patient properly during or after surgery can lead to devastating complications.
Medication errors: Giving the wrong medication, incorrect dosage, or a drug the patient is allergic to can result in organ failure, brain damage, or even death. Be aware that factors such as being prescribed five or more drugs can increase one’s odds of being harmed due to a medication error.
Birth injuries: Failure to monitor fetal distress, improper use of tools during delivery, or not performing a timely C-section can result in lifelong conditions like cerebral palsy.
Hospital negligence: Poor infection control, inadequate staff supervision, or negligent emergency room care may expose patients to unnecessary harm.
Anesthesia mistakes: Too much or too little anesthesia, or failure to monitor a patient properly, can cause serious injury or death.
These errors can occur at any healthcare facility in the region. Whether your case involves Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, or any other local hospital, we’re prepared to serve your needs now.
Several key laws affect how medical malpractice cases proceed in Maryland. These include:
Statute of limitations: You must file a Maryland medical malpractice lawsuit within five years of the date of injury, or three years from the date the injury was discovered—whichever comes first. In addition, insurance companies may have their own deadlines for filing claims. Missing a deadline could result in the loss of your right to receive compensation. It’s also important to keep in mind that evidence can get lost or become less valuable as time passes. The sooner you coordinate with a legal team, the better chance you have of building and presenting a strong case.
Certificate of merit: Maryland requires an alleged medical malpractice victim to obtain a “certificate of merit” from a qualified medical expert before filing a lawsuit. This expert must confirm that a breach of care caused your injury. Our team has access to a network of professionals who can assist you in this capacity.
Cap on non-economic damages: Maryland limits the amount you can recover for pain and suffering and other such non-economic damages. This cap is adjusted each year.
Health Claims Arbitration Office: All malpractice claims must be filed with the Health Care Alternative Dispute Resolution Office before proceeding to court, unless both sides waive this step.
Proceeding through all these steps can be difficult without an attorney. We take care of the paperwork, expert coordination, and filings so you can focus on healing.
Anyone injured by medical negligence can file a claim on their own behalf. If the injured person is a child or an incapacitated adult, a parent or legal guardian may file for them. Review your case with our team if you’re not sure whether you have the right to file a claim or lawsuit on behalf of a loved one.
Medical errors can have fatal consequences. When this happens, surviving family members may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit in addition to a “survival action.”
Here’s how they differ:
Wrongful death claim: Filed by surviving family members (spouse, children, parents) for their own losses, such as loss of companionship, financial support, and emotional trauma
Survival action: Filed by the estate of the deceased, a survival action seeks compensation for struggles the deceased experienced before passing, such as pain, suffering, medical bills, and lost wages
You can bring both types of claims in the same lawsuit in Maryland. Our attorneys will help you understand what applies to your situation and make sure every possible avenue for justice is explored. We’ve handled wrongful death claims stemming from surgical mistakes, medication overdoses, missed cancer diagnoses, and more.
The goal of a medical malpractice lawsuit is to help restore what was lost. While no amount of money can undo a tragic error, compensation can help families move forward and begin to rebuild their lives. In Maryland, while there is no limit on economic damages, such as medical bills and lost wages, noneconomic damages, including pain and suffering, are subject to an annual cap that currently ranges from $ 800,000 to $900,000.
You may be entitled to:
Economic Damages (No Cap):
Non-economic Damages (Subject to Maryland’s Annual Cap):
We work with experts to calculate these losses and understand how to maximize your compensation within Maryland’s legal framework. We don’t let insurance companies offer less than what you deserve under the law.
Most healthcare providers offer quality care. Even so, errors can and do happen in our local hospitals and clinics. Some of the facilities we have reviewed in prior cases include:
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
Suburban Hospital (Bethesda, near Rockville)
Montgomery Medical Center emergency departments
Private urgent care and surgical centers across Montgomery County
Additionally, medical malpractice can happen anywhere healthcare services are provided by licensed medical professionals. This includes:
A Rockville medical malpractice attorney from our team can begin gathering records and requesting facility reviews as soon as we’re hired. This is one of many tasks you no longer have to handle yourself when a lawyer takes over your case.
After the initial certificate of merit is filed, the case may proceed through Maryland’s Health Claims Arbitration system. However, most parties choose to waive this process, allowing the case to go directly to court.
Steps include:
Case investigation and record review
Hiring qualified medical experts
Calculating damages
Filing a formal complaint
Pre-trial discovery
Settlement negotiations
Trial, if no agreement is reached
Malpractice cases are typically heard in the Montgomery County Circuit Court located in Rockville. Our attorneys are highly experienced in this jurisdiction and familiar with how medical defense teams operate locally.
Medical malpractice is among the most challenging areas of personal injury law. You’re not just proving someone was hurt—you’re proving that the harm happened because of a provider’s specific, preventable error.
You need to show:
A clear deviation from that standard
A direct link between that mistake and your injury
That’s why expert witnesses are essential. Without a skilled legal team coordinating those experts and building a clear case, many claims are likely to fail.
Our attorneys have the resources and legal knowledge to develop strong malpractice claims, especially in high-stakes cases involving wrongful death or permanent injury.
At Regan Zambri Long, we have a long history of success in complex medical negligence cases. Our trial lawyers are frequently recognized among the best in the region by industry publications and our clients.
We’ve recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. That includes:
$15 million in a medical malpractice case involving a health maintenance organization that negligently failed to perform a pregnancy test before admitting a patient for heart surgery, resulting in the patient suffering a disabling stroke
$8 million for a client who, due to a surgical and anesthesia error, suffered quadriplegia
$4.7 million jury verdict in a medical malpractice case—just one example that illustrates our ability to succeed in the courtroom when the insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement
We treat every client with care and respect, while preparing every case as if it’s going to trial. Our dedicated approach is a key reason our past clients sing our praises. As one past client describes our firm, “They are more than just attorneys – they are compassionate advocates who understand the human side of legal challenges. Their strategic approach and deep legal knowledge were evident throughout the entire process. The settlement we received not only provided some financial security during an incredibly difficult time, but it also gave us a sense that justice was served. If you’re searching for a legal team that combines professional excellence with genuine human empathy, look no further.”
You don’t sue a doctor because they made a mistake—most people sue because that mistake was avoidable, and the provider’s insurer won’t make things right. That’s the reality.
In Maryland, most physicians carry at least $1 million in malpractice coverage. Larger hospital systems and group practices often have even higher limits. But insurance companies don’t hand out settlements easily. They often deny valid claims, delay investigations, or argue that your injury was pre-existing.
Our lawyers know how to:
Get the insurer’s attention by building a thorough, evidence-based claim
Demand fair compensation that covers both short-term and long-term damages
Take the case to trial if the insurance company refuses to negotiate
Whether your case involves an individual provider or a regional hospital, we know how to deal with their defense teams.
You may have a case if you experienced a serious medical setback and suspect it was caused by a doctor’s error. Contact our office for a free review.
We work on contingency. That means we don’t charge upfront fees for our services. Our fee is a percentage of the compensation you receive. If you don’t get paid, neither do we.
You can still bring a claim. We understand this can be awkward, and we’ll help you make informed choices while protecting your health.
Possibly—but most cases settle. We prepare every case for trial, but we also negotiate aggressively to resolve the matter in your favor.
Yes. If malpractice caused the death, eligible family members may bring a wrongful death claim and seek damages.
Every case is different. Some resolve within a year, while others may take several years, especially if they go to trial. Factors include the severity of your injury, the court’s schedule, and whether the other side is willing to negotiate. We’ll keep you informed at every stage.
Yes. If the person who caused your injury was an employee of the hospital (e.g., a nurse, resident, or tech), the hospital may be liable. If the person was an independent contractor (such as a private physician with privileges), we will explore whether the hospital shared responsibility.
Do you have reason to believe you or a loved one were harmed or didn’t receive necessary treatment due to medical negligence in the Rockville, Maryland, area? If so, don’t wait to take legal action. At Regan Zambri Long, our team has experience handling medical malpractice claims like yours. When a medical professional fails to offer the care you deserve, we’re on hand to fight for justice. Learn more about what we can do for you by contacting us today for a free consultation.
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