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How to Hire a Medical Malpractice Attorney The wrong diagnosis, surgical errors or prescribing the wrong medication could have disastrous consequences. These errors could lead to permanent health issues or even death. You must prove, in order to bring a lawsuit against a doctor for medical malpractice, that the doctor breached a duty or a professional care. This breach caused harm or injury to the patient. The injury must be quantifiable damage that can be quantified in terms of dollars. Medical Records It may be time to seek legal counsel if a medical mistake caused you injury or sickness. The first step is to collect medical records. This can be done by calling your doctor's office or the hospital in which you received treatment. Your attorney can utilize the medical and hosp...