Medical Malpractice Lawyers: Handling Personal Injury Lawsuits in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Medical malpractice cases are a specialized form of personal injury lawsuits involving harm caused by a medical professional’s negligence, specifically when their care falls below the accepted standard of care. However, personal injury law also encompasses a broader range of claims, including car accidents, defective products, and other incidents where individuals suffer injury due to someone else’s fault. At Gideon Asen LLC, we handle both medical malpractice claims and various personal injury cases, providing comprehensive legal assistance to injured clients in Portsmouth and throughout New Hampshire.

Our law office understands the complexities of personal injury law, whether your claim arises from a healthcare professional’s negligence or other circumstances such as car accidents or exposure to defective products. We work diligently to level the playing field against big insurance companies and other law firms that may try to minimize your compensation. Our attorneys collaborate with medical experts, physician assistants, and other medical providers to build strong cases that demonstrate how the injury resulted from medical attention falling below accepted medical standards. A medical error occurs when a healthcare professional fails to meet the accepted standard of care, which can lead to serious injury or even death.

Regardless of the type of personal injury case, our firm prioritizes your best interest during this stressful situation. We guide you through the legal process, including follow ups for medical care and documentation, ensuring all aspects of your claim are thoroughly addressed. Our free legal consultation and case evaluation today allow you to understand your rights and options without any upfront cost. Contact us for your free case evaluation today. It is crucial to act quickly when considering a medical malpractice claim, as there are strict deadlines for filing lawsuits, often referred to as statutes of limitations.

By combining expertise in medical malpractice and personal injury claims, Gideon Asen LLC offers extremely professional representation tailored to the unique circumstances of each case. Whether you suffered harm from a medical professional’s negligence or other injury law matters, we are committed to securing the compensation you deserve. Mistakes made by healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, are a leading cause of death in the U.S., highlighting the seriousness of these cases. Contact us today to schedule your free case evaluation and take the first step toward justice in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Dedicated Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Legal Representation in Portsmouth, NH

When medical professionals fail to provide proper care, the consequences can be devastating—permanent disability, chronic pain, or the loss of a loved one. These cases demand attorneys who understand both the medicine and the law. Our experienced medical malpractice attorneys provide the expertise needed to handle these complex cases. In addition to medical malpractice claims, our team also handles a broad range of personal injury cases, including car accidents, workplace injuries, and defective medical devices, ensuring comprehensive legal support for all injury victims in Portsmouth and beyond.

Gideon Asen LLC focuses on complex, high-stakes medical malpractice claims throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. From our Portsmouth office, we represent injured patients and families facing life-altering injuries caused by healthcare providers who failed to meet accepted standards of care. We also assist clients with medical malpractice claims in nearby Portland and personal injury claims arising from accidents and negligence involving other medical professionals and defective products.

Why Choose Our Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Legal Services

Pursuing a medical malpractice or personal injury lawsuit requires more than legal knowledge—it demands the resources, determination, and trial experience necessary to hold hospitals, doctors, insurance companies, and other negligent parties accountable.

• Extensive Experience: Decades of handling complex medical negligence and personal injury cases across New England, from surgical errors to serious accidents involving medical devices.
• Life-Changing Results: Focus on securing substantial compensation for catastrophic injuries, covering medical bills, future medical care, lost income, and pain and suffering.
• No Fees Unless We Win: Our contingency fee basis means you pay nothing upfront and owe no legal fee unless we recover compensation for you.
• Comprehensive Investigation: Thorough case analysis working alongside qualified medical professionals and experts in personal injury to identify exactly how negligence caused your injury.
• Local Knowledge: Deep understanding of New Hampshire medical malpractice and personal injury laws, including the three-year statute of limitations and the absence of damage caps on non-economic losses.
• Personal Attention: Direct access to experienced trial lawyers who handle your case personally—not paralegals or case managers.

Our Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Legal Services

Individual Medical Malpractice Cases

We represent patients who suffered serious injuries due to medical negligence at Portsmouth-area hospitals, surgical centers, and medical practices. Our legal services focus on catastrophic and life-altering medical errors that require substantial compensation for ongoing medical treatment, lost wages, and diminished quality of life.

Personal Injury Claims Beyond Medical Malpractice

Our firm also handles personal injury cases involving car accidents, slip and falls, workplace injuries, and defective medical devices that cause harm. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll these injuries impose and work diligently to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.

Every case begins with a comprehensive evaluation of your situation to determine liability and damages. We collaborate with medical experts, other medical professionals, and accident reconstruction specialists to build a strong case tailored to your unique circumstances.

Wrongful Death Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury

When medical mistakes or accidents take a life, families deserve answers and accountability. We provide compassionate legal representation to families who lost loved ones due to medical negligence or personal injury, pursuing full compensation for survivors and the estate.

New Hampshire law allows wrongful death claims to be filed within three years of the date of death, making prompt consultation essential for preserving your legal options.

Top 10 Types of Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Cases We Handle

1. Surgical Errors: Wrong-site surgery, surgical instrument abandonment, nerve damage, and serious post-operative complications
2. Misdiagnosis: Failure to diagnose cancer, heart conditions, stroke, and other serious diseases when earlier detection would have changed outcomes
3. Birth Injuries: Cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, brain damage, and other birth-related complications caused by negligent obstetric care
4. Medication Errors: Wrong prescriptions, dangerous dosage mistakes, and adverse drug interactions that cause serious injury
5. Hospital Negligence: Hospital-acquired infections, patient falls, inadequate monitoring, and failure to properly credential physicians
6. Emergency Room Errors: Delayed treatment, misdiagnosis, and discharge of patients with undiagnosed life-threatening conditions
7. Anesthesia Mistakes: Awareness during surgery, improper dosing, failure to review patient history, and respiratory complications
8. Failure to Monitor: Post-surgical complications and deteriorating conditions that go undetected until permanent damage occurs
9. Delayed Treatment: Missed diagnoses leading to disease progression and worsened medical conditions requiring more extensive care
10. Personal Injury from Accidents and Defective Medical Devices: Car crashes, workplace injuries, and harm caused by faulty medical devices or other products

Our Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Legal Process

Step 1: Free Case Evaluation

We begin with a comprehensive review of your medical records, accident reports, and the circumstances surrounding your injury. During this free case evaluation, we assess whether negligence occurred, identify responsible parties, and explain your legal options. There is no obligation, and you pay nothing for this initial consultation.

Step 2: Medical and Personal Injury Investigation and Analysis

Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare providers deviate from accepted standards of care, while personal injury cases may involve negligence by other parties or defective products, and some claims may proceed under specialized rules such as the Federal Tort Claims Act for medical malpractice. We collaborate with qualified medical professionals, other medical professionals, and personal injury experts to review whether the treatment or circumstances fell below those standards. In this process, we assess whether negligence occurred, including evaluating whether a medical professional's negligence led to your injury. This phase includes collecting all relevant documentation, analyzing complex medical and accident issues, and developing a comprehensive case strategy.

Step 3: Legal Action and Negotiation

New Hampshire abolished mandatory pre-suit screening panels in July 2023, allowing claims to proceed directly to litigation. We file your medical malpractice or personal injury lawsuit within the statute of limitations and aggressively pursue maximum compensation—whether through negotiation with insurance companies or trial. Throughout this legal process, you receive regular communication and updates from your attorney.

Step 4: Resolution and Recovery

Our goal is securing fair compensation that reflects the full value of your injuries—including future medical expenses, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering. Because New Hampshire law places no statutory cap on non-economic damages, juries can award compensation that truly reflects the emotional and financial toll of negligence or accidents. We also assist with medical lien resolution and future care planning to support your long-term recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury

How do I know if I have a valid medical malpractice or personal injury case?

A valid case requires proving duty, breach, causation, and damages. Whether your injury resulted from medical negligence or another personal injury incident, our free consultation allows us to assess your situation and determine if you have a viable claim. Prompt evaluation is critical due to New Hampshire’s three-year statute of limitations.

How much does it cost to hire a medical malpractice or personal injury lawyer?

We handle cases on a contingency fee basis—you pay no legal fee unless we win. We also advance case expenses during litigation, including costs for medical records, depositions, and consultations with medical professionals and other experts. During your initial consultation, we provide transparent fee information so you understand exactly how compensation works before making any decisions.

How long do medical malpractice and personal injury cases take to resolve?

Cases typically take several months to years depending on complexity, severity of injuries, and whether the case settles or proceeds to trial. Factors affecting duration include testimony from medical and personal injury experts, discovery scope, and negotiations with insurance companies. We commit to thorough preparation to achieve the best possible outcome.

Contact Our Portsmouth Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Lawyers

Get Started with Your Free Consultation Today

If you or a family member suffered a serious injury due to medical negligence or other personal injury, you deserve attorneys who will fight for full compensation. Contact Gideon Asen LLC for a free case review to discuss your situation and understand your legal options.

We serve clients throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont from our Portsmouth, New Hampshire office.

When medical professionals fail to provide proper care, the consequences can be devastating—permanent disability, chronic pain, or the loss of a loved one. These cases demand attorneys who understand both the medicine and the law.

Gideon Asen LLC focuses on complex, high-stakes medical malpractice claims throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. From our Portsmouth office, we represent injured patients and families facing life-altering injuries caused by healthcare providers who failed to meet accepted standards of care.

Why Choose Our Medical Malpractice Legal Services

Pursuing a medical malpractice lawsuit requires more than legal knowledge—it demands the resources, determination, and trial experience necessary to hold hospitals and doctors accountable.

• Extensive Experience: Decades of handling complex medical negligence cases across New England, from surgical errors to birth injuries resulting in cerebral palsy.
• Life-Changing Results: Focus on securing substantial compensation for catastrophic injuries, covering medical bills, future medical care, lost income, and pain and suffering.
• No Fees Unless We Win: Our contingency fee basis means you pay nothing upfront and owe no legal fee unless we recover compensation for you.
• Comprehensive Investigation: Thorough case analysis working alongside qualified medical professionals to identify exactly how negligence caused your injury.
• Local Knowledge: Deep understanding of New Hampshire medical malpractice laws, including the three-year statute of limitations and the absence of damage caps on non-economic losses.
• Personal Attention: Direct access to experienced trial lawyers who handle your case personally—not paralegals or case managers.

Our Medical Malpractice Legal Services

Individual Medical Malpractice Cases

We represent patients who suffered serious injuries due to medical negligence at Portsmouth-area hospitals, surgical centers, and medical practices. Our legal services focus on catastrophic and life-altering medical errors that require substantial compensation for ongoing medical treatment, lost wages, and diminished quality of life.

Every medical malpractice case begins with a comprehensive evaluation of your medical records to determine whether a healthcare professional’s negligence caused your injury.

Wrongful Death Medical Malpractice

When medical mistakes take a life, families deserve answers and accountability. We provide compassionate legal representation to families who lost loved ones due to medical negligence, pursuing full compensation for survivors and the estate.

New Hampshire law allows wrongful death claims to be filed within three years of the date of death, making prompt consultation essential for preserving your legal options.

Top 10 Types of Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle

1. Surgical Errors: Wrong-site surgery, surgical instrument abandonment, nerve damage, and serious post-operative complications
2. Misdiagnosis: Failure to diagnose cancer, heart conditions, stroke, and other serious diseases when earlier detection would have changed outcomes
3. Birth Injuries: Cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, brain damage, and other birth-related complications caused by negligent obstetric care
4. Medication Errors: Wrong prescriptions, dangerous dosage mistakes, and adverse drug interactions that cause serious injury
5. Hospital Negligence: Hospital-acquired infections, patient falls, inadequate monitoring, and failure to properly credential physicians
6. Emergency Room Errors: Delayed treatment, misdiagnosis, and discharge of patients with undiagnosed life-threatening conditions
7. Anesthesia Mistakes: Awareness during surgery, improper dosing, failure to review patient history, and respiratory complications
8. Failure to Monitor: Post-surgical complications and deteriorating conditions that go undetected until permanent damage occurs
9. Delayed Treatment: Missed diagnoses leading to disease progression and worsened medical conditions requiring more extensive care
10. Nursing Home Neglect: Inadequate care, medication errors, falls, and neglect resulting in serious injury or death of residents

Our Medical Malpractice Legal Process

Step 1: Free Case Evaluation

We begin with a comprehensive review of your medical records and the circumstances surrounding your injury. During this free case evaluation, we assess whether medical negligence occurred, identify responsible parties, and explain your legal options. There is no obligation, and you pay nothing for this initial consultation.

Step 2: Medical Investigation and Analysis

Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare providers deviate from accepted standards of care. We collaborate with qualified medical professionals in the relevant specialty to review whether the treatment you received fell below those standards. This phase includes collecting all medical documentation, analyzing complex medical issues, and developing a comprehensive case strategy.

Step 3: Legal Action and Negotiation

New Hampshire abolished mandatory pre-suit screening panels in July 2023, allowing claims to proceed directly to litigation. We file your medical malpractice lawsuit within the statute of limitations and aggressively pursue maximum compensation—whether through negotiation with insurance companies or trial. Throughout this legal process, you receive regular communication and updates from your attorney.

Step 4: Resolution and Recovery

Our goal is securing fair compensation that reflects the full value of your injuries—including future medical expenses, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering. Because New Hampshire law places no statutory cap on non-economic damages, juries can award compensation that truly reflects the emotional and financial toll of medical negligence. We also assist with medical lien resolution and future care planning to support your long-term recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Malpractice

How do I know if I have a valid medical malpractice case?

A valid medical malpractice case requires four elements: duty (the healthcare provider had an obligation to treat you), breach (care deviated from accepted standards), causation (the breach directly caused your injury), and damages (you suffered quantifiable harm). Because New Hampshire imposes a three-year statute of limitations on medical malpractice claims, prompt case evaluation is critical. Our free consultation allows us to assess whether your situation meets these criteria, with guidance from experienced trial attorney Benjamin Gideon.

How much does it cost to hire a medical malpractice lawyer?

We handle medical malpractice cases on a contingency fee basis—you pay no legal fee unless we win, consistent with the client-focused approach. We also advance case expenses during litigation, including costs for medical records, depositions, and consultations with medical professionals. During your initial consultation, we provide transparent fee information so you understand exactly how compensation works before making any decisions.

How long do medical malpractice cases take to resolve?

Medical malpractice cases typically take anywhere from several months to several years, depending on case complexity, the severity of injuries, and whether the case settles or proceeds to trial, and they are guided by seasoned trial lawyer Taylor Asen. Factors affecting duration include the need for testimony from medical professionals, the scope of discovery, and negotiations with insurance companies. We commit to thorough preparation because achieving the best possible outcome requires building the strongest case—even when that takes time.

Contact Our Portsmouth Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Get Started with Your Free Consultation Today

If you or a family member suffered a serious injury due to medical negligence, you deserve attorneys who will fight for full compensation. Contact Gideon Asen LLC for a free case review to discuss your situation and understand your legal options.

We serve clients throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont from our Portsmouth, New Hampshire office.