Can I file a claim even if I was partially responsible for my own injury?

Under Washington, D.C. contributory negligence law, if your own negligence contributed to your injury, you are barred from recovering damages in a medical malpractice claim. It is important to discuss this issue during your initial consultation with experienced malpractice lawyers in Washington, D.C. They can tell you if you have a valid case or if any other alternative methods are available to help you recover compensation for your injuries.