San Diego, CA asked in Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice for California

Q: Can I sue a primary care doctor for wrong diagnosis and for sending me to ER (and wasting my money) instead of MRI?

1 Lawyer Answer
Kevin Christopher Murphy
Kevin Christopher Murphy
Answered
  • La Mesa, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Maybe. More facts are needed but if you actually had a wrong diagnosis and the physician breached the standard of care, within the applicable statute of limitations, you may have a legal claim. I suggest you call a medical malpractice attorney in your local jurisdiction for a Free Consultation to fully explore your rights, responsibilities and obligations. Good luck and sorry to hear about your troubles!

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