Licensed attorney since 2007. Licensed to practice law in Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Washington D.C.
Birmingham Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Birmingham Medical Malpractice Lawyers who move fast to secure records, experts, and accountability
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Hospitals and providers must follow clear safety rules. When they don’t—and a patient is seriously hurt—our Birmingham Medical Malpractice Lawyers act quickly. We pull complete medical charts, build precise timelines, and work with respected specialists to evaluate breaches of the standard of care and causation. Based in Birmingham and serving families across Alabama and Georgia, we’re equipped for complex matters, including cases that cross state lines. Meet the team here.
Common Causes — And the Proof That Wins
| Cause | Key Evidence |
|---|---|
| Failure or delay in diagnosis | EHR audit trails, triage notes, test results, guideline comparisons, referral/consult timing, differential diagnosis documentation |
| Surgical errors & retained items | Operative notes, instrument counts, time‑out checklists, anesthesia logs, intra‑op imaging, post‑op complications timeline |
| Medication & pharmacy mistakes | Medication administration records (MAR), CPOE orders, pharmacy verification, drug levels, look‑alike/sound‑alike safeguards |
| Birth injury (OB/L&D errors) | Fetal monitoring strips, cord gases, Apgar scores, labor timelines, shoulder dystocia protocols, neonatal records, expert OB review |
| Emergency/ICU care failures | Sepsis bundles, stroke door‑to‑needle times, escalation/rapid‑response logs, staffing levels, handoff and discharge instructions |
| Anesthesia complications | Pre‑op evaluation, dosing charts, oxygenation/ventilation data, capnography, airway notes, recovery monitoring records |
| Radiology misreads & delays | Original DICOM images, preliminary vs. final reports, teleradiology timestamps, communication-of‑critical‑results policies |
| Hospital‑acquired infection & pressure injuries | Wound staging photos, nurse staffing schedules, infection control audits, order sets, wound‑care consults, device maintenance logs |
Why Choose Bodewell
| Advantage | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Proof‑first investigation | Preservation letters and full chart requests go out fast; audit trails and protocols are secured before they disappear |
| Respected medical experts | Independent specialists in emergency medicine, surgery, OB, anesthesia, radiology, nursing, and hospital administration |
| Trial‑ready from day one | Clear timelines and demonstratives drive settlement leverage and courtroom clarity |
| Local insight | Experience with Jefferson & Shelby County venues and insurer tactics around Birmingham |
| Direct communication | Regular updates and access to your legal team—meet us here |
| Contingency fee | No fee unless we recover compensation for you |
| Proven results | Resolutions across AL & GA, including multi‑million outcomes in catastrophic cases* |
What Compensation May Be Available
- Past and future medical expenses, rehabilitation, and life‑care needs
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life (where permitted)
- Loss of consortium and household services
- If a death occurred: Alabama wrongful death damages are punitive only; in Georgia, families may recover the full value of the life plus estate claims for final medical and funeral expenses
- Punitive damages in egregious conduct cases (e.g., reckless policies, impairment)
Deadlines in Alabama & Georgia
- General rule: Many claims must be filed within two years; some notices are shorter—call to confirm your exact deadline.
- Alabama: Typical two‑year statute; municipal notice issues can be as short as six months. Alabama uses contributory negligence.
- Georgia: Typical two‑year statute; some city/county defendants require an ante‑litem notice (often 6–12 months). Georgia follows modified comparative fault with a 50% bar to recovery.
What To Do Now
- Call before speaking with any insurer or hospital risk manager.
- Save everything: discharge paperwork, prescriptions, pill bottles, device packaging, portal messages, and a written timeline.
- Request complete records (we can help)—including imaging on CD and the facility’s audit trail.
- Avoid altering or adding to the chart; don’t sign blanket releases from insurers.
- Get appropriate follow‑up care or a second opinion; keep all bills and EOBs.
- If a loved one passed away, we’ll guide the estate/representative steps so the correct party has standing to file.
Talk with a lawyer today.
*Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. This page provides general information, not legal advice. Many claims must be filed within two years; some notices are shorter—call to confirm your exact deadline.