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Directory of medical malpractice lawyers in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Lake Charles, LA
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Showing 20 medical malpractice lawyers in Lake Charles, LA
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The Johnson Firm - Lake Charles Attorneys
1419 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 282-8556 johnsonfirmla.com
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys
3042 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 541-1510 getgordon.com
Morris & Dewett LLC
4865 Ihles Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 242-3138 morrisdewett.com
Morris Bart Personal Injury Lawyers
3307 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 377-0514 morrisbart.com
Delphin Law
626 Broad St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 439-3939 delphinlaw.com
Broussard Knoll Law Firm
1301 Common St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 415-3200 broussardknoll.com
Cox Law Firm
723 Broad St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 436-6611 coxcoxfilo.com
Shamieh Law PLLC
707 Dr Michael Debakey Dr Suite A, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 492-0426 shamiehlaw.com
The Townsley Law Firm
3102 Enterprise Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 478-1400 townsleylawfirm.com
Hale Injury Lawyers - Lake Charles Accident & Injury Law Firm
1735 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 329-9902 halelawfirm.com
Laborde Earles Law Firm, LLC
530 E College St, Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 607-1865 onmyside.com
SWLA Injury Attorneys, LLC
949 Ryan St Suite 130, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 450-7952 swlaia.com
Lundy LLP
501 Broad St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 439-0707 lundyllp.com
Baggett McCall LLC
3006 Country Club Rd ste 100, Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 478-8888 baggettmccall.com
Sanchez Burke, L.L.C.
1200 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 433-4405 sanchezburke.com
Veron Bice Law Firm
721 Kirby St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 310-1600 veronbice.com
N. Craig Richardson, Personal Injury, Family & Immigration Attorney - Robichaux Mize Wadsack Richardson & Watson
1777 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 433-0234 rmwlegal.com
Lee M. Schwalben, M.D., J.D., LLC
616 Broad St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 494-5757 medlawyer.com
The Law Offices of L. Clayton Burgess
702 Kirby St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 443-4964 clayburgess.com
Wells T. Watson
3006 Country Club Rd ste. 101, Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 478-8888 baggettmccall.com
Medical malpractice lawyers in Lake Charles, Louisiana help patients who have been harmed by negligent healthcare providers. Louisiana has a unique medical malpractice act that caps damages and requires a review panel before a lawsuit can be filed. This process makes it important to work with a lawyer who understands local rules and deadlines.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Lake Charles Cost?
Most medical malpractice lawyers in Louisiana work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or award. This percentage typically ranges from 33 to 40 percent of the amount recovered. You may also be responsible for case costs such as expert witness fees and court filing fees. 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 lawsuit in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, you generally have one year from the date of the injury to file a claim. However, the law also sets an overall limit of three years from the date of the alleged malpractice. Exceptions may apply for minors or cases involving fraud.
How does the Louisiana Medical Review Panel work?
Before filing a lawsuit in court, Louisiana law requires that your case be reviewed by a Medical Review Panel. This panel consists of three healthcare providers who review the evidence and issue an opinion. The panel does not decide damages, but its opinion can affect settlement negotiations.
What damages can I recover in a Louisiana medical malpractice case?
Louisiana law allows recovery for economic damages like medical bills and lost wages. Non-economic damages such as pain and suffering are capped at 500,000 dollars total, plus future medical costs. Punitive damages are not available in most medical malpractice cases in Louisiana.
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