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Find Medical Malpractice Lawyers Near You in San Luis Obispo, CA
Browse medical malpractice lawyers serving San Luis Obispo, California. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
San Luis Obispo, CA
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Showing 20 medical malpractice lawyers in San Luis Obispo, CA
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Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc.
1025 Farmhouse Ln #2F, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 600-3983 harrispersonalinjury.com
JAMES MCKIERNAN LAWYERS
21 Santa Rosa St STE 300, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(800) 200-4878 jamesmckiernanlawyers.com
The May Firm - Car Accident and Injury Lawyers
297 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 242-4593 mayfirm.com
Roberts & Spiegel
412 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 542-9900 randsinjurylaw.com
Law Offices of John C. Carlson, P.C.
890 Osos St Suite H, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 294-7980 carlsonlegaloffices.com
Katzakian Law P.C.
3196 S Higuera St suite d, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(888) 724-4138 attorneybo.com
Silva Injury Law, Inc.
979 Osos St Suite A3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 749-5205 silvainjurylaw.com
The Law Offices Of Earl E. Conaway, III
1320 Osos St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 546-8797 slopersonalinjuryattorney.com
Jeffrey D. Stulberg Law Office
1305 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-7693 stulberglaw.com
Frederick Law Firm
1104 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 929-1120 fredericklaw.net
Ernst Law Group
1020 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 516-0370 ernstlawgroup.com
O’Neill Law Firm
1264 Higuera St STE 205, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 542-0639 danieljoneill.com
Tardiff & Saldo Law Offices
1235 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(888) 461-2215 tardiffsaldo.com
Blahnik M Pierre
992 Monterey St # B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 545-9649
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4115 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-5502
The Basile Law Firm
1334 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 781-8600 basilelaw.com
WILLIAM K. GAMBLE LAW FIRM
2146 Parker St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-2656 getgamble.com
The Lancelot Law Firm
1436 Garcia Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(714) 813-7246 lancelotlawfirm.com
Connely Mark B
1319 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-3830 hhc-slo.com
Hall Hieatt Connely & Bowen LLP
Third Floor, 444 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-3830 hhc-slo.com
Medical malpractice lawyers in San Luis Obispo help patients harmed by negligent doctors nurses or hospitals. California law limits noneconomic damages in malpractice cases to $250,000 under MICRA. Local attorneys can guide you through claims involving Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center or French Hospital Medical Center.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in San Luis Obispo Cost?
Most medical malpractice lawyers in California work on a contingency fee basis meaning you pay nothing upfront. The fee is typically 33 to 40 percent of any settlement or court award. Costs for expert witnesses and court filings can range from $5,000 to $50,000 depending on case complexity. This is general information 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 lawsuit in San Luis Obispo?
California Code of Civil Procedure Section 340.5 gives you one year from the date you discovered the injury or three years from the date of the malpractice whichever comes first. There are exceptions for minors and 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. You can also recover noneconomic damages for pain and suffering but California caps these at $250,000. Punitive damages are rare and only available in cases of gross negligence.
How do I prove medical malpractice in San Luis Obispo?
You must show the doctor breached the standard of care and that breach caused your injury. This requires expert testimony from another medical professional. Your lawyer will gather medical records and consult with specialists.
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