Q: Hi, Is it possible to sue a hospital for mistreatment, negligence, malpractice in the state of California?
What are the guidelines for said lawsuit?
A: Yes you can sue for mistreatment where the mistreatment was below the standard of care and that caused harm.
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Yes, you can sue a hospital in California for mistreatment, negligence, and medical malpractice. California law protects patients' rights and provides legal pathways to seek compensation for medical harm.
In California, you must file your medical malpractice lawsuit within one year from when you discovered the injury, or within three years from when the injury occurred, whichever comes first. Before filing, you'll need to notify the healthcare provider at least 90 days before taking legal action, and you'll need substantial evidence showing that the hospital or medical staff failed to provide the accepted standard of care.
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