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Careless or reckless behavior during a dental exam or procedure could lead to serious injury or harm. If this happened to you, you should consider discussing your options with a Los Angeles dental malpractice attorney. We can help you take legal action to get justice. This could include filing a lawsuit for damages. 

Our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers from KJT Law Group have recovered tens of millions of dollars for our clients. We understand why you need and deserve a fair payout after suffering injuries due to dental negligence. Let us review your case and offer advice today during a free consultation with our team

Why Choose KJT Law Group for Your LA Dental Malpractice Case?

KJT Law Group has a long history of fighting for the money our clients deserve and getting justice for them. Over the last decade, we have secured more than $100 million for injured clients. We offer services in English, Spanish, and Armenian to meet the needs of our diverse community. 

When you trust our team with your case, you will work directly with your attorney. You can expect to speak with team members who know about your case and treat you with compassion and respect. We provide a high level of care and support while also building a compelling case to recover money for you. No case is too large or too small. 

Even when your case facts make recovering compensation complex, we will roll up our sleeves and go to work. We do not refer cases. The attorney you work with from the start will manage the entirety of your case and litigate it if that becomes necessary. We will tailor our legal strategy to your specific needs and goals. Consider what our previous clients have to say: 

  • “I highly recommend KJT Law Group! The staff is courteous, professional, and highly skilled. Vaché handled every detail of my car accident case. He arranged the best medical care possible, recovered all losses, and secured a generous settlement. This is by far my best experience! Thank you, KJT!” —DB
  • “This law firm is the best! These guys are youthful, experienced, and polished. They helped me with my case, and today we got a fair settlement. They turned every stone in order to do everything in their power to help me. Go with the KJT team. You won’t regret it. Very special thanks to Casper, RJ, and the entire staff. Everyone performed beyond my expectations.” —CJ

Our Los Angeles dental malpractice attorneys represent clients with no upfront fees. We only ask our clients to pay after we wrap up their cases and recover money for them. We only get paid if they do. 

Contact the KJT Law Group today and learn more during your free, confidential consultation.

Our Los Angeles Lawyers Can Handle Your Dental Malpractice Case for You

If you need to know how to file a complaint against a dentist in Los Angeles, our medical malpractice lawyer can help. We understand this process, when it may be necessary, and how to navigate it despite its frequent challenges. 

California’s medical malpractice laws are complex, and it is not always easy to understand what you should do if you suffered injuries. Contacting our team is a good first step toward getting justice. If we believe you have a case, we can help you understand: 

  • The evidence we need to build a case
  • The specific procedures necessary to notify the dentist or practice of our intention to sue
  • The state’s requirements for an expert review of your case
  • Any applicable limits on your financial recovery under state law

We know how dental errors commonly occur and how serious the resulting injuries can be. We will fight for fair compensation and hold the at-fault party or parties accountable. Some of the most common issues that might support a dental malpractice case include: 

  • Failure to diagnose the condition accurately and promptly
  • Failure to treat a dental concern 
  • Issues related to anesthesia administration
  • Medicine errors
  • Preventable injuries to oral nerves
  • Preventable infections
  • Improper tooth extractions
  • Failure to get informed consent
  • Catastrophic injuries or wrongful death due to complications

In any of these circumstances, our Los Angeles dental malpractice attorneys can manage your case from beginning to end. We will gather evidence, call in experts to offer their opinions, and develop a strong argument that supports your allegations against the dentist or dental care provider. 

We know how to show that the dentist failed to provide an appropriate standard of care, and this caused your injuries. This is the basis of most dental malpractice cases. 

Let Our Los Angeles Attorneys Seek Compensation for Your Dental Malpractice Damages

The potential value of your Los Angeles dental malpractice case will depend greatly on your injuries and what they cost you physically, emotionally, and financially. Our attorneys identify your recoverable damages and develop a strong and compelling case to recover them. These damages generally include: 

Economic Damages

Your economic damages are those expenses you incur or will incur in the future because of your injuries. They could include: 

  • Current and future medical and dental care
  • Any necessary cosmetic dentistry to reverse or repair the damage
  • Income losses if you missed work
  • Diminished earning ability if you cannot return to work
  • Related expenses, such as paying to park or traveling to see a specialist

Non-Economic Damages in Dental Malpractice Cases

Non-economic damages refer to the pain and suffering, emotional distress, inconvenience, disability, and disfigurement you endured because of the dental malpractice. 

Unlike your financial expenses and losses, California Code, Civil Code – CIV § 3333.2 caps the non-economic damages you can recover in your case. Since California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 35 in 2022, these caps have increased to: 

  • $350,000 for non-death claims
  • $500,000 for wrongful death claims

There are several caveats to these limits. First, the cap that applies in your case is likely higher. As stated in the legislation, the cap increases each year between 2023 and 2033. 

The best way to understand what limits might apply to your claim and how this could affect your payout is to discuss it with your lawyer. Our attorneys can help you understand your case and answer your questions about these caps.

How Do I File a Complaint Against a Dentist in Los Angeles?

When you hire one of our dental malpractice attorneys in California, we get to work quickly. We know how to sue a dentist for malpractice and how to navigate the necessary steps. 

To hold a dentist responsible for negligence and malpractice, we need ample evidence to show:

  • The expected standard of care
  • How they failed to provide it
  • How this caused your injuries
  • The harm you suffered as a result 

Our investigation into your dental malpractice case may begin with a review of your relevant medical records, discussing the circumstances with you, identifying other witnesses, and contacting dental experts in the greater Los Angeles area who will review your case. 

Once we have strong evidence, we need to notify the accused party or facility about our intention to sue for malpractice. Our attorneys navigate this process regularly and understand how it works under California law. 

Throughout this process, we will: 

  • Continue to provide you with regular case updates
  • Handle all aspects of your case
  • Ensure you are receiving the medical and dental care you need
  • Protect your right to recover maximum compensation
  • Check-in with you to ensure you do not need anything else from our team

In many cases, notifying the dentist or dental office of our intention to sue spurs a settlement offer. This leads to negotiations and possibly an agreement. We may close the case without litigation. However, we will not hesitate to sue and take a case to trial when needed. We will fight for the money you deserve, even if that means going toe-to-toe in the courtroom.

When Should I Contact a Los Angeles Lawyer About My Dental Malpractice Case?

Our attorneys are your best resources if you are wondering what to do when a dentist messed up. However, you need to act quickly. 

Under CCP § 340.5, the statute of limitations on most medical malpractice lawsuits is three years. However, other deadlines might apply. California law requires you to complete other steps in the process before filing a lawsuit. 

Contact our attorneys as soon as you discover your injuries or link them to dental malpractice. We can begin gathering evidence and reach out to our network of experts to identify the best dentist to review your case. These are essential steps in the dental malpractice process and lay the groundwork for settling your case or filing a lawsuit and taking the case to trial.

Discuss Your Los Angeles Dental Malpractice Case With Our Team for Free

KJT Law Group offers free consultations for injured parties and their families in Los Angeles. We can help you determine if you might have a valid case, answer your questions, and talk about how our Los Angeles dental malpractice attorney can help. 

Contact us now for your free, confidential case assessment

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