Q: I can't get a lawyer/firm to take my case.My 66yr wife had heart surg. Later they found bloodclot in arm,so they cut off
A: Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did.
A: It's possible the law firms you approached did not see a strong basis for a case - but that's only a general guess. I'm sorry for your wife's ordeal. If other firms you contact continue to express the same reluctance, that could be an indication of the merits of the case. If they offer a reason why they are not interested, that could help you assess things in an objective manner. Good luck
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