Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice Law Firm in Washington, D.C.

Fay Kaplan Law, P.A.

777 Sixth Street, N.W. Suite 410 Washington, District of Columbia 20001 USA

 (202) 589-1300 or (888) 653-1119
 (202) 589-1721

www.faykaplanlaw.com
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Fay Kaplan is a team of experienced trial attorneys providing focused counsel on complex injury claims. Our firm emphasizes the investigation and proof of complex personal injury and wrongful death claims resulting from motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice and other negligent circumstances in the District and Maryland. At the same time, we have an important professional interest in damages claims against foreign governments that we can prove to be connected to international terrorism.

Our law firm continues a tradition of client service established by Thomas Fortune Fay when he opened his own office more than 40 years ago. Today with four attorneys, we concentrate on auto or truck accident cases, malpractice claims against doctors and hospitals, and complex injury claims of all kinds. Fay Kaplan clients can depend on our lawyers for prompt and responsive service, careful attention to the facts, and a resourceful approach to problem solving.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Terrorism Claims

Practice Areas Description

Our core strengths include:

- Birth Injuries

Our lawyers work towards the proof of liability and damages in cases involving: Failure to diagnose health problems in an expectant mother; Negligence during delivery on the part of an obstetrician, anesthesiologist or nurse; Birth injuries such as cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy or brachial plexus; Medical errors concerning the timing or execution of a C-section; Negligent failure to protect against perinatal infection; Failure to monitor or interpret vital signs of the mother or fetus during delivery; and Injuries to the mother caused by undiagnosed or untreated placental abruption.

- Car Accidents

We help people with damages claims related to a wide variety of motor vehicle accident scenarios: Private passenger car accidents in the District or the Maryland suburbs; Serious accidents at highway speeds on the Beltway or interstates around the region; Claims against drunk or hit-and-run drivers; Auto accidents caused or aggravated by tire blowouts, airbag failure or other vehicle component problems; Accident claims against truck or commercial vehicle drivers and operators; Pedestrian or bicycle accidents; Mass transit accidents involving buses or Metro trains; and Problems with insurance claims, including your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.

- Diagnosis Errors

Effective medical treatment begins with an accurate diagnosis of the patient's illness or injury. Any error in identifying the patient's condition can delay effective treatment with disastrous consequences for the patient. If you believe that misdiagnosis or an unreasonable delay in diagnosis caused a serious injury or death in your family, we can help. Fay Kaplan's experience with the investigation and evaluation of misdiagnosis cases can help you find out whether your medical malpractice claim has a likelihood of success. If we recommend a lawsuit, our careful attention to detail on liability and damage issues can make a significant difference in the outcome of your claims.

- Hospital Errors

We have handled cases where the hospital itself might bear the greatest responsibility for errors by nurses or other employees include injuries caused by: Failure to follow or misinterpretation of physicians' instructions; Failure to protect against known risks or complications following surgery; Errors in medication or nutrition during hospital stays; Infections acquired while in the hospital; Failure to monitor patient vital signs; and Failure to note or report changes in a patient's condition. Our lawyers advise medical malpractice clients throughout Maryland and the District.

- Medical Malpractice

The attorneys at Fay Kaplan have decades of experience with the proof of negligence and causation in a wide range of medical diagnosis and treatment scenarios: Emergency medicine; Prenatal care and childbirth; OB/GYN treatment and surgery; Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of heart disease, cancer or stroke; Surgery, anesthesia and post-operative care; and Medication errors. Just as important as proving the defendant's liability is providing a complete and accurate damages demand. Our attorneys work closely with each client and both treating and consulting experts to make sure that no component of your damages is overlooked in settlement negotiations or at trial.

- Surgical Errors

Violation of a recognized standard of care and causation are the essential elements of proving medical malpractice. At Fay Kaplan, we have decades of experience developing and presenting malpractice cases against doctors and hospitals in such situations as: Orthopedic surgery; Neurosurgery; Laparoscopic surgery; Cancer surgery; Heart surgery; OB/GYN surgery from C-section to myomectomy; Improper monitoring of vital signs in anesthesia; Improper instructions to nurses and hospital staff during postoperative recovery; and Premature discharge of a patient following surgery.

- Truck Accidents

If you need advice about your legal rights in the aftermath of an accident caused by a semi truck or other commercial vehicle, it makes sense to work with lawyers whose motor vehicle accident experience goes beyond car crashes. The severity of the injuries and the sophistication of commercial insurance defense counsel together place high demands on your lawyer's ability to investigate the case and prove your damages. Our attorneys' experience with the proof of complex damages claims against highly skilled opponents can go far to protect the value of your case, especially if you need compensation for severe brain injuries or spinal cord trauma. We also know how to pursue claims for wrongful death damages under the very different legal systems of Maryland and the District of Columbia.

- Wrongful Death

We advise families about their legal options while helping with the practical and personal challenges that typically follow a death caused by the negligence of another. Our lawyers investigate and present wrongful death claims related to: Car accidents; Truck accidents; Commercial vehicle accidents; Bike or pedestrian accidents; Public transit or Metro accidents; Medical malpractice; Fatalities attributable to negligent security; Accidents at work or on construction sites; and Deaths resulting from state-sponsored terrorism anywhere in the world.

- Terrorism Claims

Fay Kaplan Law represents American citizens with personal injury or wrongful death claims related to international terrorism. Our founding attorney, Thomas Fortune Fay, began working with the families and survivors of terrorist attacks after the 1983 Beirut bombing, and he pioneered the use of the federal Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act (FSIA) to recover civil and punitive damages against state sponsors of terrorism. We have pursued civil damages claims under the FSIA against such nations as Iran, Libya and Sudan for incidents of terrorism, and we can pursue claims against any state terrorist sponsor for: Bombings; Air or sea hijackings; Kidnappings; Piracy; Hostage situations; Torture; and Land mine injuries or deaths.

Attorneys

	Mr. Thomas Fortune Fay Attorney Personal Injury		Mr. Caragh Glenn Fay Attorney Civil Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury
	Ms. Annie P. Kaplan Attorney Catastrophic Injuries, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

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