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Paralysis

Medical Malpractice Resulting in Paralysis

Over $1 Billion Recovered for Victims

Medical malpractice can have devastating consequences, including injuries that impact a person’s ability to control motor function and live an independent life.

If you or your loved one suffered any form of paralysis due to the negligence of a health care provider, you may be entitled to compensation. Bostwick & Peterson, LLP is an award-winning trial firm that’s fought for medical negligence victims for over 40 years. We’re available to review your case and discuss how we can help.

  • Since 2018, we’ve twice broken the record for largest California malpractice recovery.
  • We’ve recovered more than $1 billion in settlements and verdicts.
  • Our attorneys have been selected to The Best Lawyers in America.
  • Attorney James Bostwick is a Certified Medical Malpractice Specialist.

Learn how you can fight for compensation during a FREE case review. Our Los Angeles attorneys serve malpractice paralysis victims across California and beyond and collect no fee unless we win.

Paralysis Malpractice Lawsuits

Paralysis injuries can result from many forms of negligence. Some examples include:

Learn more about James Bostwick's legal thriller “Acts of Omission,” inspired by a case Attorney Bostwick tried involving a teenager who became paralyzed in the hospital.

Fighting for Fair Compensation for Your Injury

At Bostwick & Peterson, our attorneys are uniquely suited to help you fight for the compensation you deserve for paralysis caused by your medical malpractice related injury. These types of injuries carry with them profound and life-altering consequences, which is why we strive to secure the maximum recovery possible for damages such as:

  • Hospital and medical bills
  • Costs of future care, medical devices, and medications
  • Lost income and lost future wages
  • Loss of emotional and financial support
  • Pain and suffering
  • Other damages

Call for a FREE Consultation: (213) 519-5636

Medical providers have legal obligations to meet the standard of care when treating their patients. When a provider’s substandard care causes preventable harm, patients and their families may have the right to recover financial compensation for their losses.

Bostwick & Peterson knows how to handle these case and how to protect patients’ rights. To request a FREE case review, contact us.

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NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED LAW FIRM

  • Inner Circle of Advocates
    Inner Circle of Advocates

    Invitation-only organization of the top 100 plaintiff trial lawyers in the U.S.

  • International Academy of Trial Lawyers
    International Academy of Trial Lawyers

    Former President of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, limited to the top 500 trial lawyers in the U.S.

  • Super Lawyers 2022
    Super Lawyers 2022

    James S. Bostwick and Erik L. Peterson have been named top-rated medical malpractice attorneys.

  • American Board of Trial Advocates
    American Board of Trial Advocates

    Invitation-only group of the nation’s top civil lawyers and judges.

  • American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys
    American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys

    James Bostwick is a nationally certified medical malpractice specialist and founding member.

  • The Best Lawyers in America
    The Best Lawyers in America

    Recognized since its inception in 1983 by this peer-reviewed publication, comprised of the best legal talent in the world.

  • U.S. News Best Law Firms 2024
    U.S. News Best Law Firms 2024

    Recognized for professional excellence with impressive ratings from clients and peers.

  • The National Trial Lawyers
    The National Trial Lawyers

    James Bostwick & Erik Peterson are listed in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

  • Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
    Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

    An exclusive group limited to less than 1% of U.S. attorneys who have won multi-million dollar results.

  • Lawdragon
    Lawdragon

    James Bostwick inducted into the Hall of Fame and featured among the Top 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in America.

  • Expertise - 2024
    Expertise - 2024

    Expertise.com finds and reviews the top service professionals in over 200 industries across the U.S.

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WHAT SETS BOSTWICK & PETERSON, LLP APART?

  • More Than $1 Billion In Settlements And Verdicts For Our Clients
  • Obtained the Largest Medical Malpractice Settlement in California
  • Included In The List Of "Best Lawyers In America" By U.S. News - Best Lawyers® Since Its Inception In 1983
  • Since January 2018, The Firm Has Twice Broken The California Record For Largest Medical Malpractice Settlements
  • Record-Setting Verdicts & Settlements In Four States, For Malpractice, Truck, And Auto Accidents
  • Invite-Only Member Of The Inner Circle of Advocates, Limited To The Nation’s Top 100 Plaintiff Lawyers
  • James Bostwick Received The Trial Lawyers "Presidential Award Of Merit"
  • James Bostwick Is A Nationally Certified Specialist By The American Board Of Professional Liability

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