Obstetrical Negligence in Labor & Delivery
Delay in Diagnosis & Treatment of Sepsis
Prenatal Failure to Detect Muscular Dystrophy
Cerebral palsy birth injury
Filing a medical malpractice claim is a thorough, expensive, and time-consuming process. It is imperative that when searching for a medical malpractice lawyer in Philadelphia to handle your case, you choose carefully on the basis of specialized expertise. We have decades of experience as trusted medical malpractice lawyers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and believe that to be consistently successful in these cases, we must focus 100% of our professional time on medical malpractice exclusively. Thus, at Weiss & Paarz, medical malpractice is the only thing we do. Our clients are confident they have retained the specialized experience of skilled medical malpractice lawyers in Philadelphia, maximizing their chances of obtaining justice for themselves and their loved ones.
Our clients do not pay any fees unless we recover money for them.
We proudly serve clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey – view all of the areas we serve. As experienced medical malpractice lawyers in Philadelphia, we work on a contingency basis, meaning you will not have to pay any fees unless we successfully recover compensation for you. We handle the costs of investigating claims, and if we are unsuccessful, the loss is entirely on us.
Our medical malpractice lawyers in Philadelphia guide you through every step of the legal process from understanding the essential first steps, like obtaining a Certificate of Merit and meeting the statute of limitations, through achieving maximum compensation and an optimal resolve of your case. Medical malpractice claims are the only type of lawsuit we file as a boutique firm, so we are uniquely devoted to screening, fling, and aggressively litigating medical negligence cases to achieve the best outcome we can for our clients. Below is a more comprehensive list of the stages associated with a Philadelphia medical malpractice lawsuit:
Our medical malpractice lawyers in Philadelphia have handled a wide range of cases, including:
Our experienced medical malpractice lawyers in Philadelphia handle a wide variety of cases. Here are some of the most common types of medical malpractice claims we pursue:
Medical malpractice continues to affect patients across the country, with both volume and payout figures illustrating the scale of the issue and the importance of experienced legal advocacy.
According to data compiled from the National Practitioner Data Bank, the average value of a medical malpractice settlement in the United States is approximately $329,565, reflecting how significant these cases often are.
Over a ten-year period from 2014 to 2023, Pennsylvania reported 7,687 medical malpractice claims with total payouts of $3.176 billion, making it one of the states with the highest total malpractice payouts in the nation.
These figures underscore the prevalence of significant medical negligence claims in Pennsylvania and the potential financial stakes involved in pursuing justice for harmed patients. For residents of Philadelphia and surrounding counties, understanding these trends highlights the value of experienced legal representation when navigating a medical malpractice lawsuit.
Medical malpractice lawsuits can happen for many reasons including but not limited to:
Our medical malpractice attorneys exclusively handle medical malpractice claims and devote 100% of our practice to representing victims of medical negligence. By focusing solely on medical malpractice, we bring a level of specialization, preparation, and medical understanding that these complex and high-stakes cases demand.
Weiss & Paarz maintains a highly trained legal and medical team, including a board-certified physician, a board-certified maternal fetal medicine specialist, and experienced nurses who assist in evaluating claims and preparing cases for litigation. We also work with an expansive network of respected medical experts to support our clients’ cases and maximize their value.
Medical malpractice lawsuits are expensive and difficult to win. We carefully screen cases and commit the resources necessary to pursue them aggressively. Our firm handles all cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless we successfully recover compensation on their behalf.
At Weiss & Paarz, we have a proven track record of success. Our Philadelphia medical malpractice attorneys have secured substantial settlements and verdicts for clients in cases involving catastrophic birth injuries like cerebral palsy, placental abruption, hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), kernicterus, or preeclampsia; surgical errors, cancer misdiagnosis, stroke misdiagnosis, heart attack misdiagnosis, and wrongful death due to various missed opportunities in care. These successful outcomes underscore our commitment to securing justice for victims of medical negligence.
1800 JFK Blvd, Suite 906, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Phone: (800) 952-8444
Two Bala Plaza, Suite 300, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Phone: (800) 952-8444
Landmarks near our office: Devon & Blakely, Misconduct Tavern, Old Nelson Food Company
Walking from City Hall (~ 0.5 miles):
From City Hall (Dilworth Park side), walk west on Market Street toward 16th street. Continue on Market Street past 17th Street and then take a right down 18th Street. Our office will be located on your left at the end of the block, just past Commerce Street.
Walking from Rittenhouse Square (~ 0.4 miles):
From Rittenhouse Square, walk north on 18th Street, past Sansom and Chestnut Street. Continue straight, passing Commerce Street. Our office will be located on your left at the end of the block.
From 30th Street Station (~0.7 miles):
From 30th Street Station, walk east on John F. Kennedy Blvd across the Schuylkill River. Continue straight on JFK Blvd, past 23rd Street, 22nd Street and so on, until you reach 18th Street. Our office is located at the corner of 18th Street and JFK Blvd to the right.
From Atlantic City, NJ (~68 miles):
Take the Atlantic City Expressway west toward Philadelphia. Continue onto NJ-42 North and follow signs for Camden and the Ben Franklin Bridge. After crossing the Ben Franklin Bridge, keep left on I-676 West. Then take the Broad Street exit (which actually takes you onto 15th Street). Continue straight on 15th Street past Locust Street and then turn left at the next street, which will be Walnut Street. Continue straight, then take a right on 18th Street, and continue straight until you reach JFK Blvd. Our office will be located on your left.
From Harrisburg, PA (~106 miles):
Follow I-76 East to Philadelphia. Take the Broad Street exit (which actually takes you onto 15th Street). Continue straight on 15th Street past Locust Street and then turn left at the next street, which will be Walnut Street. Continue straight, then take a right on 18th Street, and continue straight until you reach JFK Blvd. Our office will be located on your left.
Landmarks near our office: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Chanel (clothing), USPS
From Philadelphia (~7.5 miles):
Take I-76 W from S Penn Square, JFK Blvd and JFK Bridge. Follow I-76 W to US-1 S/City Ave in Bala Cynwyd. Take exit 339 from I-76 W/ Continue onto US-1 S/City Ave. Turn right onto Presidential Blvd and continue straight onto St Asaphs Ave. The office will be located on the right.
From Drexel Hill (~7.0 miles):
Take Garrett Rd, N Lansdowne Ave, S Cedar Ln and N Lynn Blvd to US-1 N/E Township Line Rd. Turn right onto US-1 N/E Township Lines Road. Follow US-1 N/E past the Dunkin. Turn left onto Conshohocken State Rd then turn right onto St Asaphs Rd. The office will be located on your right.
From King of Prussia (~15 miles):
Follow General Maxwell Ln and General Knox Rd to PA-23 E/W Valley Forge Rd. Follow PA-23 E and I-76 and take exit 339 for City Ave/US-1 S. Continue onto US-1 S/City Ave, then turn right onto Presidential Blvd. Continue straight to stay on Presidential Blvd and St Asaphs Ave for about 1 mile, and the office will be on the right.
From Bensalem (~22 miles):
Follow I-95 S in Eddington from PA-513 S and PA-132 E/Street Rd/U.S. Rte 13 Alt Truck. Follow I-95 S, then Take exit 30 toward PA-73/Cottman Ave/Rhawn St. Take Milnor St and Levick St to US-13 S. Follow Roosevelt Blvd, then take exit 339 for US-1 S to Presidential Blvd in Bala Cynwyd. Follow Presidential Blvd and St Asaphs Ave to the office located on your right.
In Pennsylvania, there is no cap on compensatory damages for medical malpractice cases. This means plaintiffs can recover the full amount of their economic losses (like medical bills and lost wages) and non-economic damages (such as pain and suffering) if they can prove their case. However, punitive damages, which are awarded in cases of egregious misconduct, are capped at 200% of compensatory damages unless the malpractice involved intentional harm.
The statute of limitations (i.e. legal deadline) associated with filing a medical malpractice lawsuit in Pennsylvania is typically two years from the date an adult patient of sound mind knew or should have reasonably known he or she has a potential claim. There are various exceptions to this rule and more strict notice requirements may apply in cases involving federal employees or entities. Moreover, the deadlines are different in cases involving minors or incapacitated individuals. It is not possible for us to precisely determine your specific case’s legal deadline without thoroughly reviewing all of the necessary medical records and theories of negligence involved. To figure out how long you might have to file a claim, it is critical to consult with an attorney promptly.
Damages in a medical malpractice case are generally calculated by assessing both economic and non-economic losses:
Economic damages include quantifiable losses such as medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, lost household services or support, and losses of future earning potential. These are calculated based on medical bills, out-of-pocket expenses associated with the injury or death, and financial projections, typically analyzed and determined by an expert economist.
Non-economic damages include intangible losses like pain and suffering, emotional distress, disfigurement, humiliation, and loss of enjoyment of life. It is oftentimes difficult to calculate this type of damages and in a jury trial, the jury becomes responsible for valuing each type of loss.
Generally speaking, in order to prove a Philadelphia medical malpractice case, one must first establish a deviation from the standard of care that occurred. The standard of care is measured against what an average medical professional faced with the same or similar circumstances would have done at the time. Then, it must be proven that the deviation(s) from the standard of care increased the risk of harm to the affected patient. That increased risk of harm caused by the medical providers’ actions or inactions must have been a substantial factor in the patient’s ultimate injury. Additionally, the harm or injuries caused by the medical malpractice must be significant and permanent in order to justify the expenses associated with a lawsuit, as medical malpractice lawsuits are notoriously expensive to pursue (primarily due to high expert witness expenses).
Answers may only be a phone call away. Call 1-800-952-8444 or fill out our web submission form and our team will contact you to evaluate whether we can help with your potential claim on your behalf.
Two Bala Plaza, Suite 300 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
923 Haddonfield Road, Suite 300 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
40 Bey Lea Rd, Building C, Floor 2 Toms River, NJ 08753
