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    Serving San Francisco and beyond Misdiagnosis Lawyer San Francisco

    Misdiagnoses can lead to delayed treatment, unnecessary medical procedures, and in some cases, irreversible harm. At Bostwick & Associates, we provide legal assistance to individuals impacted by medical misdiagnosis. Our misdiagnosis lawyers meticulously review medical records, consult with healthcare professionals, and build strong cases to support our clients' claims. In doing so, we aim to secure fair compensation for unexpected medical bills, lost income, pain, suffering, and other damages. If you believe you or someone you love has suffered due to a diagnostic error, reach out to Bostwick & Associates today to learn how our medical misdiagnosis attorneys can help. 

    For a personalized review of your case, contact our firm at (888) 831-8448.

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    Our Results
    • California
      $16,500,000 Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Medical Malpractice, Cerebral Palsy

      Record setting-settlement for a brain injured baby.

    • Hawaii
      $15,000,000 Brain Injury, Birth Injury, Medical Malpractice, Cerebral Palsy

      Largest pretrial settlement against the United States in Hawaii for a child who suffered brain damage during birth.

    • $6,000,000 Legal Malpractice, Auto Accident, Product Liability, Personal Injury

      Failure to advise the risks of rejecting an offer of settlement before a defense verdict in trial resulted in a settlement for the amount the plaintiff’s would have received had they settled. This case involved an auto accident explosion.

    • $4,000,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth and Neonatal Injury, Brain Injury

      Overdose of medication to an infant child during hospital care resulted in brain injury.

    • California
      $3,800,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Brain Injury

      Our birth injury lawyers in San Francisco tried a case involving improper use of forceps in delivery causing brain injury.

    • California
      $3,000,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Brain Injury

      Our birth injury lawyers in San Francisco tried a case involving shoulder dystocia resulting in brain injury.

    Record-Setting
    California
    $16,500,000 Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Medical Malpractice, Cerebral Palsy

    This is believed to be the largest recovery for a medical malpractice case in this Northern California county. Our client was giving birth to an unusually large baby and the doctors failed to properly estimate the size of the baby prior to labor. After the baby's head was delivered, the rest of the body couldn’t pass through the mother’s pelvis. The doctors then pushed the head back through the mother's pelvis and delivered it by c-section. This resulted in the baby sustaining a severe brain injury and requiring 24/7 attendant care for life.

    Record-Setting
    Hawaii
    $15,000,000 Brain Injury, Birth Injury, Medical Malpractice, Cerebral Palsy

    We represented a family in Hawaii whose child suffered brain damage during birth.The case was against the United States for a birth injury which resulted from the government doctor's failure to promptly deliver the baby when the labor failed to progress, and fetal monitoring revealed the baby was in trouble. The injured young boy is now able to walk and communicate, but will live with disabilities that require constant supervision for the rest of his life. The settlement is the largest pretrial settlement against the USA in this Western state’s history.

    $6,000,000 Legal Malpractice, Auto Accident, Product Liability, Personal Injury

    $4,000,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth and Neonatal Injury, Brain Injury

    California
    $3,800,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Brain Injury

    California
    $3,000,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Brain Injury
    Why Choose Bostwick & Associates

    At Bostwick & Associates, we focus on life-changing personal injury and medical malpractice cases throughout California and beyond. For over 40 years, we’ve combined elite trial advocacy with compassionate, personalized service to help injured individuals and families rebuild their lives.

    Why Choose Us:

    • More than $1 billion recovered in record-setting verdicts and settlements
    • Led by nationally recognized trial lawyer James S. Bostwick
    • Board-certified medical malpractice expertise
    • Over four decades focused on catastrophic injury cases
    • No upfront fees – you pay nothing unless we win
    • No Fee Unless We Win Your Med-Mal Case

      Free consults, contingency fees, no upfront legal costs.

    • Decades Of Focused Med-Mal Experience

      45+ years dedicated to catastrophic medical malpractice.

    • Record-Setting Medical Malpractice Results

      Over $1 billion recovered, including historic med-mal wins.

    • Board-Certified Malpractice Specialists

      Certified experts in complex medical negligence cases.

    Meet the Bostwick & Associates Team

    At Bostwick & Associates, our team is united by a single goal: helping injured individuals and families rebuild their lives. Led by nationally recognized trial lawyer James S. Bostwick, we bring more than four decades of focused experience in catastrophic injury, medical malpractice, and birth injury cases. We’re not a high-volume firm—every case is handled with personal attention, careful investigation, and a tailored strategy.

    We draw on board-certified medical malpractice expertise, relationships with leading medical and forensic experts, and a proven record of setting verdict and settlement records in multiple states. From your first free consultation through trial or settlement, we work on contingency, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we win. When you’re facing life-changing injuries and need a team you can trust, we’re here to stand beside you and fight for the full compensation you deserve.

    Answers to Common Questions
    • Do all misdiagnosis cases go to court?
      Not all misdiagnosis cases go to court. Many are settled through negotiations before reaching trial. Settlement can save time and expenses, but it depends on the specifics of the case. Your attorney will guide the best approach based on your circumstances.
    • Can I sue for emotional distress from misdiagnosis?
      Yes, it is possible to sue for emotional distress if you can demonstrate that the misdiagnosis caused significant psychological or emotional harm. Consult with an attorney to assess the viability of this aspect in your specific case and gather supporting evidence.
    • How can misdiagnosis impact me?
      Misdiagnosis can lead to incorrect treatment or delayed care, which might worsen the condition, cause unnecessary side effects, or increase medical expenses. In severe cases, misdiagnosis could result in permanent injury or even be life-threatening.
    • How do I prove a misdiagnosis claim?
      Proving a misdiagnosis claim involves demonstrating that a competent practitioner in a similar field would not have made the error. This usually requires medical records and an expert review to substantiate the claim, linking the misdiagnosis directly to resulting harm or damages.
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