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Medical Malpractice:

Are Certain Hospitals Prone to Medical Malpractice in D.C.?
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ Are you wondering if you chose the wrong hospital and that this decision led to medical malpractice? As D.C. medical malpractice lawyer Keith Donahoe explains in this video, his clients will often ask him if certain hospitals are prone to medical malpractice in D.C. For example, concern is sometimes raised when the medical malpractice occurs at a teaching hospital.

The simple truth is that medical malpractice happens because doctors, nurses and healthcare providers make bad choices. Doctors do not make decisions to keep their patients safe. It happens at all economic levels and hospitals.

If you were the victim of medical malpractice in D.C. or the surrounding area, you need to remember that it was not your fault. Just because you didn’t go to the hospital recommended by your family member doesn’t mean you are to blame for what happened.

At Donahoe Kearney, LLP, we hope that we can use the law to change hospital and doctor philosophies so that they put patients above profits.

For more information or answers to your questions, contact us today by calling (202) 393-3320. The initial consultation is free.

If you have a child with cerebral palsy or developmental delays, call us to order your copy of Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves, or fill out the form on our website. http://www.donahoekearney.com/practice_areas/dc-maryland-virginia-medical-malpractice-attorneys.cfm

D.C. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Provides 3 Tips for Patients
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ People often ask D.C. medical malpractice lawyer Keith Donahoe what they can do to make their hospital stay safer. According to Keith, there are three things that you can do to help protect you and your family members from medical malpractice injuries.

First, be an advocate for yourself. Speak up if you have questions. Ask the doctor what is going on and make sure you know exactly what is going on. When someone comes to see you in the hospital, speak up. This is not the time to stay quiet.

Second, bring an advocate. If you can’t do it yourself, you need someone on your side who can ask doctors and other medical staff questions.

The third thing you need to do is “question, question, question.” Ask why you are getting a certain drug and why you are receiving that particular dosage. In essence, you should be questioning everything.

For more information, contact the D.C. medical malpractice lawyers at Donahoe Kearney, LLP. You can set up your free initial consultation by simply calling (202) 393-3320. We will be more than happy to review your situation and give you our advice.

We have two free books, including, The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers Compensation and Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves, which can be downloaded directly from our website. http://www.donahoekearney.com/practice_areas/dc-maryland-virginia-medical-malpractice-attorneys.cfm

Too Late to File a Lawsuit in D.C. on Behalf of Your Child?
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ Are you wondering if it is too late to file a lawsuit in D.C. or Maryland on behalf of your child? If so, you need to watch this video, which features D.C. medical malpractice attorney Keith Donahoe.

As Keith explains it, he sometimes receives phone calls from parents who want to know if they have missed the deadline to file a cerebral palsy or other claim for their child. Oftentimes, the child has already become an adult and the parents are curious about their options. They might have had a friend or acquaintance who told them they should talk with a D.C. medical malpractice attorney.

What many people don’t know or understand is that although there is deadline to file a claim, known as the statute of limitations, when it comes to child injuries, that timeframe typically doesn’t start until after he or she reaches the age of 18. For example, in Maryland or the District of Columbia, the deadline for a general negligence lawsuit is three years, which means that child has until he or she turns 21 years old to file a claim.

If you have questions regarding the deadline to file a lawsuit in D.C. or Maryland, contact the D.C. medical malpractice lawyers at Donahoe Kearney, LLP. Simply call (202) 393-3320 to set up your free legal consultation.

Be sure to order one of our two books: The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers Compensation and Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves. http://www.donahoekearney.com/practice_areas/dc-maryland-virginia-medical-malpractice-attorneys.cfm

D.C. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Talks about Costs of Cases
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ Medical malpractice cases cost a lot of money. There is really no way around the major expenses associated with medical malpractice lawsuits. As D.C. medical malpractice lawyer Frank Kearney explains in this video, it is one of the reasons that our firm is very selective on the cases represented.

At Donahoe Kearney, LLP, we want to not only assist our clients, but also the community. We want to keep medical mistakes and negligence from happening in the future. And of course, that task is risky and requires money.

Because we do not advertise and are not a big firm, we take very few cases and are extremely selective. We take on clients whom we can make a difference in their lives. For example, we will typically represent children impacted by cerebral palsy or families who have lost loved ones.

For advice about your specific situation, contact the D.C. medical malpractice lawyers at Donahoe Kearney by calling (202) 393-3320. We will review your case and explain your options.

We have created two books, The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers Compensation and Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves, which can be ordered on our website. http://www.donahoekearney.com/practice_areas/dc-maryland-virginia-medical-malpractice-attorneys.cfm

How is Medical Malpractice in D.C. or Maryland Defined?
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ What is medical malpractice in D.C. or Maryland? You might have heard the term, but do you really know what it includes?

There are many forms of medical malpractice. The legal definition of medical malpractice is a breach of the standard of care, which means that the hospital, HMO, or doctor didn’t do what a reasonable or prudent health care provider would have done in the same situation. However, to have a case, you also need to show that medical malpractice caused injury or death.

When a doctor or hospital makes a conscious decision to not be safe and you are injured as a result, you might have a medical malpractice claim. If you are trying to determine if you were the victim of medical malpractice, you need to first watch this video and then call a D.C. medical malpractice lawyer.

At Donahoe Kearney, LLP, we help patients and their families who have been affected by medical malpractice in D.C. or Maryland. We are very selective on the cases we represent, and if you want to learn more, simply contact our office for a free case evaluation.

Don’t hesitate to call a D.C. medical malpractice lawyer today at (202) 393-3320. Be sure to get a copy of our free book, Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves.
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D.C. Medical Malpractice Lawyers Help After Hospital Injury
http://www.donahoekearney.com You may not expect something to go wrong in a hospital. You trust your doctors and nurses with your life, but what happens when they make a mistake and you suffer an injury? Watch this video as a D.C. medical malpractice lawyer explains how he can help you.

If you believe you were injured in a hospital, it is important that you speak with a skilled medical malpractice attorney immediately. There is no time to waste in situations like these, as information related to your injury needs to be preserved. It is important that you write down all the names of doctors and nurses involved in your care and get a copy of any test that was taken, such as an X-ray or CT scan. Sometimes tests disappear, so it is critical that you don’t leave the hospital without a copy of your test or study that was taken.

For help evaluating your medical records and tests, and to determine if you have a medical malpractice claim in Maryland, Virginia or the D.C. area against a doctor, nurse or hospital, call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320 for a free consultation with a skilled D.C. medical malpractice lawyer today. Also, feel free to look at our website http://www.donahoekearney.com to view our education resources.

Call a D.C. Med Mal Lawyer After a Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis
http://www.donahoekearney.com Parents want to do everything they can to protect their children. Unfortunately, sometimes children are injured by the people parents trust most – doctors. If you have found out that your son or daughter was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, listen to a D.C. medical malpractice lawyer in this video to learn what you can do.

When a child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy, parents often want to know if it was something they did or could have prevented. Cerebral palsy is not caused by parents. Sometimes, no one knows why it occurred, but other times the injury could have been prevented. If you feel your child suffered at the hands of doctors and you believe you have a medical malpractice case in Maryland, Virginia or the D.C. area, then you need to talk with a skilled D.C. med mal lawyer today. Lawyers skilled in this area can investigate to determine if your child’s injury was preventable.

Call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320 for a free case evaluation. We will review your child’s medical records and case to determine if your child’s cerebral palsy could have been prevented. Also, please take time to view our many valuable resources online at http://www.donahoekearney.com.

A FREE Guide for D.C. Parents of Special Needs Children
http://www.donahoekearney.com When you have a child with special needs, your job, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, is to care for your child. The D.C. medical malpractice attorneys at Donahoe Kearney understand that you do not have extra time to devote to looking for resources or help, and we want to help you.

For years, we have represented families with special needs children who have cerebral palsy, paralysis, brain damage and other health concerns. Parents of special needs children have informed us that they do not even have time in their days to look for help. This is why we have developed a guide of resources called Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves. This guide helps parents of special needs children in the Maryland, Virginia and the D.C. area. There is information on special camps, respite care, educational guidelines and legal issues that may apply to children with special needs.

For a complimentary copy of this guide, please visit our website http://www.donahoekearney.com to fill out the form, and we will send you this guide for free. Also, if you have legal questions, feel free to call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320 to schedule a free consultation with a skilled D.C. medical malpractice attorney today.

D.C. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Gives Example of a Case
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ A common question asked of a D.C. medical malpractice lawyer is: “what is an example of a medical malpractice case?”

This question is answered in this short, informative video. Attorney Frank Kearney addresses this question by giving an example of one of our clients.

We represented a woman several years ago who had been tested for a life-threatening condition, which was treatable. The physician who performed the test diagnosed her with this deadly condition. He picked up the phone to call her primary physician, but hung up after being put on hold. The physician claims that he faxed the primary doctor a report documenting the condition. However, the primary doctor never saw it.

Neither one of these medical providers had a system in place to make sure patients’ safety was the number-one concern when diagnosing life-threatening conditions. The woman therefore never was told about her deadly condition, which could have been treated. She died days later.

At Donahoe Kearney, LLP, we represent patients and their families who have been impacted by medical malpractice. If you are looking for answers to your questions, contact our office today.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to an experienced D.C. medical malpractice lawyer by calling (202) 393-3320. Be sure to get a copy of our free book, Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves.
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Starting a Cerebral Palsy Case in D.C. or Maryland
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ Cerebral palsy cases are complex and require detailed evaluation and investigation. In this video, D.C. medical malpractice lawyer Frank Kearney talks about how our law firm starts these cases.

When you come to our office, we take a long-term view and investigation. Sometimes we go back several years to determine if the hospital, physicians, interns, residents or other health care providers caused your child’s cerebral palsy. We are looking to see if the signs and symptoms of distress of the child or mother were ignored. We are also looking to see if there was a system in place that would have prevented the condition. That is how we start the process when representing a cerebral palsy case in D.C. or Maryland.

If your child has cerebral palsy and you want to know if it was caused by negligence or if the condition could have been prevented, you need to speak with an attorney. An experienced D.C. medical malpractice lawyer will review your case and help you get to the bottom of what went wrong.

To learn more about starting a cerebral palsy case in D.C. or Maryland, contact a knowledgeable D.C. medical malpractice lawyer at Donahoe Kearney, LLP by calling (202) 393-3320. We will take the time to answer your questions and explain your options.

Be sure to get a copy of our free book, Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves.
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Washington, DC Area Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Many victims of medical malpractice aren’t sure if they even have a case. Maybe a relative died during a surgery, or a child was born with cerebral palsy or another handicap. Many victims don’t seek a lawyer until several years after the event. These cases are complicated and you probably have a lot of questions. We need to find out whether or not the death or injury occurred due to someone’s negligence. Hard detective work comes into play here. After hearing your side of the story, we will consult with medical experts and closely examine the medical records. Often, significant injuries and death are not the result of the doctor’s negligence. However, we can still try to uncover what actually happened in the operating room. Whether we take your case or not, we will provide you with all of the information we uncover. If you think you have a case and would like more information, then please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

Case Acceptance Guidelines Explains by DC Med Mal Lawyer
We at Donahoe Kearney decide to file a medical malpractice case when a particular case has undergone and passed a rigorous screening process and investigation. Sometimes the investigation of a case takes several years before we can file it, because we need all of the facts and medical records as well as the time and personnel to evaluate them. We only take a small number of cases so that we can dedicate our full resources to them. Our goal is not only to help cover the medical expenses associated with the injury and lost income, but also to prevent the accident from happening again. If you think you have a case and would like more information, then please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

Could Your Child’s Cerebral Palsy Have Been Avoided?
“What is the cause of my child’s cerebral palsy?” We hear this question quite often, since we represent many families with children suffering from cerebral palsy. Truthfully, most cases are not the result of medical negligence. Just because your child has cerebral palsy does not mean that you have a case against the hospital or doctor. There are, however, many cases where cerebral palsy could have been avoided. By examining medical records and hiring some medical experts, we can find out the cause of your child’s handicap. We choose to pursue cases with clear evidence that bad decisions were made on the part of the doctor or hospital that directly resulted in your child’s condition. We don’t want medical malpractice to happen to anyone, so we work hard at identifying and pursuing these cases. If you think you have a case and would like more information, then please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

Washington, DC Medical Malpractice Lawyer - Cerebral Palsy
If your child has cerebral palsy, then you probably want to know why. What exactly is cerebral palsy, and could my child’s condition have been prevented? Cerebral palsy is a very broad term. It typically involves children who have a congenital brain malformation, which occurs when something goes wrong in the formation of the DNA of the brain. An MRI of the brain can tell medical experts the likely cause. It can be caused by avoidable mistakes, such as low oxygen in the brain during childbirth as a result of bad decisions at the hospital. We have seen cases where the medical records indicate a healthy baby only an hour before birth, but then unheeded warning signs lead to the birth of a handicapped baby. Many cases of cerebral palsy are not the result of medical negligence, but if you think you have a case and would like more information, then please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

Hiring Medical Experts - DC Area Medical Malpractice Lawyer
How do we go about hiring knowledgeable medical experts to testify in court? We seek out doctors that we know and trust, and ask how they would testify for their own injured loved ones. Insurance companies and hospitals generally use the same experts over and over again, because they say what they want to hear. Whenever possible, we use published authors and academic scholars. We only want to pursue valid medical malpractice cases, so we therefore need unbiased experts to help us. The more experienced the medical expert, the more the jury can relate. The desired outcome of a case is bringing justice to a family who has been wronged and making our community safer in the future. Our team is experienced, professional, and passionate about the work we do. If you think you have a case and would like more information, then please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

Workers' Compensation:

How Long Will My D.C. Workers’ Compensation Case Take?
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ If you have suffered a work injury or accident, chances are you could be looking at a workers’ compensation claim. However, like many injured workers, you are likely wondering how long it will take to complete your D.C. workers’ compensation case. The good news is that this video will answer your questions.

D.C. workers’ compensation lawyer Frank Kearney explains the timeframe of these cases. The time it takes to complete the case depends on the details of your injuries. The timeframe will be based on the severity of the injury, the amount of medical care needed, as well as other factors. Some cases are done within months while others take years to complete. In fact, Donahoe Kearney, LLP has been working with some clients for 5 to 15 years.

There are things we can’t necessarily speed up or slow down when it comes to workers’ compensation claims, but we will stick with you through the entire process.

For answers to your questions, contact an experienced D.C. workers’ compensation lawyer at Donahoe Kearney by calling (202) 393-3320. Also, be sure to order our free book, The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers Compensation.
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What to Do after a Work Accident in D.C.
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ Have you been in a work accident in D.C.? If so, you probably have a lot of questions, including which doctor you need to see. The insurance company might have told you to go to a particular physician or might have sent you to a workers’ compensation clinic, but you need to know that you have other options.

D.C. workers’ compensation lawyer Frank Kearney addresses this very issue in this short, but informative video. According to Frank, you don’t have to use the medical provider that the insurance company is telling you to go to. When it comes to a work accident in D.C., you have the right to get the medical care you need from the doctor you want.

Keep in mind that the doctor recommended by the insurer will be more concerned about the insurance company’s interests than that of the patient. You get to make the choice of who will treat your medical condition. Don’t let the insurance company tell you otherwise.

If you have been hurt in a work accident in D.C. and need help with your workers’ compensation claim, contact a D.C. workers’ compensation lawyer at Donahoe Kearney, LLP today. You can set up your free case evaluation by calling (202) 393-3320.

Be sure to get a copy of our free book, Protect Your Rights: The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers' Compensation. http://www.donahoekearney.com/practice_areas/workers-compensation3.cfm

Do You Have to Get an IME after a Work Accident in D.C.?
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ Just because you got a letter in the mail telling you to get an independent medical examination (IME), doesn’t mean you have to do it. D.C. workers’ compensation attorney Frank Kearney discusses the problems with these so-called “independent” examinations.

He starts off with explaining that there is nothing independent about examinations. In fact, Frank refers to them as insurance medical examinations.

Notorious doctors, who do nothing but see patients for insurance companies and large employers, are often the ones who conduct independent medical examinations. If you see one of these physicians, he or she will probably only spend minutes with you before writing up a short, one-page report. The report will likely say that there is nothing wrong with you, you can go back to work, or the condition didn’t happen on the job.

There are no treatment benefits to independent medical examinations. They are used solely to limit your rights.

If you have been injured in a work accident in D.C. or Maryland, contact a D.C. workers’ compensation attorney at Donahoe Kearney, LLP today. We may be able to help you with your workers’ compensation claim. Give us a call today at (202) 393-3320.

We offer a free book for injured workers: Protect Your Rights: The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers' Compensation. Anyone who has been hurt in a work accident in D.C. or Maryland needs to read this book. http://www.donahoekearney.com/practice_areas/workers-compensation3.cfm

What is a Workers’ Compensation Hearing in Washington, DC
What is involved in a workers’ compensation hearing in the District of Columbia? It is a small trial, with opening statements, testimonies from witnesses, exhibits, and closing arguments. For your workers’ compensation hearing, you will want an attorney who is Board Certified in Civil Trials and has experience in court. We have the skills and experience necessary to guide you through your workers’ compensation hearing. You will probably be called to testify for an administrative law judge, and we will make sure to prepare you. Workers’ compensation cases in Washington, DC can be complicated, so if you think you have a case and would like more information, please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

Free Book Written by a Washington, DC Workers’ Compensation
Washington, DC workers’s compensation lawyer Frank Kearney has written a book entitled “Protect Your Rights: The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers’ Compensation”. So much misinformation gets passed around by insurance companies, employers, and even friends and family, that Kearney was motivated to set the record straight and even give the book away for free. Workers’ compensation involves protecting your rights as an employee. The insurance companies aren’t going to tell you what forms to file and when to do it. They won’t tell you the benefits to which you could be entitled. They won’t tell you that you can choose your own doctor instead of the one they suggest. They won’t tell you that you don’t have to talk to their nurse case manager, who will want to come to all of your appointments. All of this revealing information can be found in our free book. We want you to be informed so you can handle the insurance companies. If you think you have a case and would like more information, then please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

Know How to Protect Yourself in a Workers’ Compensation Case
The first thing we tell all of our clients who may have a workers’ compensation case on their hands is to protect their rights. You need a broader view of the situation. The company’s insurance has no obligation to you. Therefore, it will do everything it can to deny your claim and limit your benefits. It will fail to tell you the benefits to which you may be entitled, which will vary depending on your case. We will explore whether or not you are eligible to receive benefits for lost wages, future medical care costs, or vocational re-training. Workers’ compensation cases are complicated, and information is your best weapon against the insurance companies. If you think you have a case and would like more information, then please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

General:

How to Choose a D.C. Personal Injury Lawyer
http://www.donahoekearney.com/ When you need the help of a D.C. personal injury lawyer, it can be downright overwhelming knowing what qualifications to look for. How do you know if the attorney has the background and experience to successfully resolve your case?

As D.C. personal injury lawyer Keith Donahoe explains in this video, this issue is commonly raised to him. He has been at cocktail parties and other events where people asked his opinion on how to hire a lawyer. They were looking for legal help in a practice area which Donahoe Kearney, LLP does not offer service and wanted his expert opinion.

It really comes down to the person. You will be working closely with your attorney, so you need to make sure that he or she is someone you can trust and talk to. Your lawyer should take the time to listen to you and not just tell you what he or she wants. This person should answer your questions.

At Donahoe Kearney, LLP, we will listen to you and answer your questions. We understand that this is a scary time. That is why we will act as your guide and walk you through the legal process.

For more information, contact Donahoe Kearney, LLP by calling (202) 393-3320. The initial consultation is free.
We have two free books, including, The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers Compensation and Getting Everything Your Special Needs Child Deserves, which can be downloaded directly from our website. http://www.donahoekearney.com/reports/free-information-for-parents-of-children-with-cerebral-palsy-in-d-c-maryland-and-virginia.cfm

A Great Satisfaction for D.C. Personal Injury Lawyers

http://www.donahoekearney.com/ One of the greatest satisfactions we get as D.C. personal injury lawyers is knowing that we have helped our clients get back on their feet.

As D.C. personal injury lawyer Keith Donahoe explains in this video, it is not uncommon for clients of our firm to contact us after we have helped them. We might receive a Christmas card or picture from one of our clients. They will update us on their lives and even invite us to get a cup of coffee.

It is great to see the fruits of our labor. Knowing that we have helped someone who was hurt or disabled get the care they really needed is a major benefit of our job. We are able to see lives dramatically changed for the better because of the work we were able to do.

If you have been hurt in an accident, whether in the car or at work, or if you have been the victim of medical malpractice, we may be able to help you. To learn more about your rights and what you should do after a significant injury, contact us by calling (202) 393-3320. The initial consultation is free.
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Washington, DC Med Mal & Workers’ Comp Lawyers Aim To Change
The attorneys at Donahoe Kearney aim to use their skill and experience to improve their community. They represent innocent victims in medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, and automobile accident cases. Frank Kearney and Keith Donahoe went into practice together because they share the same philosophy: they care about the people they represent. They are passionate about the law, and want to better their community. By improving the life of each client, they are succeeding in their mission. Call Donahoe Kearney at (202) 393-3320 if you think you have a medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, or automobile accident case in the Greater Washington DC area.

Washington, DC Law Firm Is Passionate About Its Work
What should you look for in a lawyer, and how do you find the right firm for you? We are not the right fit for everyone. Located in Washington, DC, we are a small firm dedicated to medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, and automobile accidents. We are board-certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, which has only certified about 1% of the lawyers in the US. To receive this certification, lawyers must pass a test and be recommended by judges and opposing lawyers. You should look for lawyers with this certification because it means they are well respected by their peers and have the drive to improve their knowledge of the law. You ultimately need a lawyer who can solve your problem. Does the lawyer have the experience and the passion to pursue your case? We are not only experienced and passionate, but we also have the results to prove it. If you think you have a case and would like more information, then please call Donahoe Kearney at 202-393-3320.

In D.C., Maryland and Virginia, we represent people and families - patients injured because of preventable medical mistakes, children with cerebral palsy, workers with on the job injuries and people injured in serious car accidents, and families who have lost a loved one due to medical malpractice, work and car accidents.