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16 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Chula Vista, CA
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Showing 16 medical malpractice lawyers in Chula Vista, CA
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The Sexton Law Firm
3130 Bonita Rd UNIT 104, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 202-8976 jamessextonlaw.com
Law Office of Matthew Paré
823 Anchorage Pl #101, Chula Vista, CA 91914
(619) 869-4999 mattpare.com
De Santis Law Center, APC
298 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 202-5879 desantislawcenter.com
Mission Personal Injury Lawyers Chula Vista
690 Otay Lakes Rd UNIT 130, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 330-8238 missionlegalcenter.com
The May Firm - Car Accident and Injury Lawyers
310 3rd Ave b24, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 378-1464 mayfirm.com
The Nielsen Firm, Abogados de Accidentes
669 Broadway suite 100, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 598-0176 abogadosdeaccidentessandiego.com
Gonzalez & Garcia, APC
715 Third Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 420-1239 gngapc.com
San Diego Personal Injury Lawyer - Mova Law Group
230 F St a, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 815-5557 movalegal.com
The Sevilla Firm, Abogados de Accidentes Near Me
310 3rd Ave a1, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 333-8810 abogadosaccidenteschulavista.com
Perry Personal Injury and Car Accident Lawyers
310 Third Ave Ste MB23, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(760) 454-7175 perrypi.com
Kash Legal Group - Chula Vista Personal Injury and Accident Lawyers
750 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 378-9288 kashlegal.com
Law Offices of Bruce S. Meth
815 3rd Ave # 203, Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 691-8942 attorneymeth.com
Law Office of Leif Kleven
910 Hale Pl #212, Chula Vista, CA 91914
(619) 796-3680 leifkleven.com
Law Offices of Samuel Sue
310 3rd Ave b1, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 934-3423
Rawlins Law Accident & Injury Attorneys
333 H St #5000, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 815-5629 therawlinsfirm.com
Legler & Tomlinson
231 4th Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 426-9070
Medical malpractice lawyers in Chula Vista help patients who have been harmed by negligent healthcare providers. California law sets a three-year statute of limitations from the date of injury or one year from discovery, whichever comes first. Local attorneys understand the specific court procedures in San Diego County.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Chula Vista Cost?
Most medical malpractice lawyers in California work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your recovery if you win. Typical fees range from 33 percent to 40 percent of the settlement or verdict. You may also need to pay for court filing fees, expert witness costs, and medical record retrieval, which can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file a medical malpractice claim in Chula Vista?
In California you generally have three years from the date of injury or one year from when you discovered the injury, whichever is sooner. There is also a maximum three-year limit from the date of the negligent act. Exceptions may apply for minors or foreign objects left in the body.
What damages can I recover in a California medical malpractice case?
You can recover economic damages like medical bills and lost wages. California law caps noneconomic damages for pain and suffering at 250,000 dollars per case. Punitive damages are rare and require proof of gross negligence or intentional harm.
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