Sacramento, CA asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for California

Q: How do I write up my bad surgery issue when sending to an attorney while in search a consultation? Do I send a quick

Run down or a detailed from the time I went in for the surgery until when I was released to go home?

2 Lawyer Answers
James L. Arrasmith
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  • Sacramento, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: When reaching out to an attorney for a consultation regarding your surgery issue, it's beneficial to provide a detailed account of your experience. Start with a concise summary of the main points, including the type of surgery, date, and the specific issues or complications you faced. This will give the attorney a clear overview of your situation.

Then, provide a more detailed timeline of events, from the initial consultation for the surgery to the post-operative period and any complications that arose. Include relevant dates and details about the care you received. This detailed information is crucial for the attorney to understand the full scope of your situation.

Remember to include any communications you've had with your healthcare providers about the complications. Documentation such as medical records, emails, or letters can be extremely helpful.

While your initial communication should be comprehensive, keep it as clear and organized as possible. This will enable the attorney to assess your case more efficiently and provide more accurate advice during your consultation.

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
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  • Medical Malpractice Lawyer
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Licensed in California

A: It is helpful to state:

1. The name of the doctor and the city of the practice.

2. What the doctor did wrong.

3: What future treatment, wage loss and other harm will there be due to the malpractice.

4. The date of the malpractice and the date you discovered the malpractice.

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