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ARTICLE · 02 FEBRUARY 2023

Can You File A Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Without A Lawyer?

With the huge amount of information accessible on the internet, some who believe they have been injured through medical malpractice wish to explore pursuing a claim without a lawyer.

CanadaLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration

The short answer is you shouldn't

With the huge amount of information accessible on the internet, some who believe they have been injured through medical malpractice wish to explore pursuing a claim without a lawyer. They may be able to do their own research about what may have happened to them, and how the legal system functions. But research and information are probably not enough to meet the challenges of pursuing a medical malpractice case for most.

The high cost of legal counsel is undoubtedly a prime motive for some people to pursue these difficult and challenging cases on their own. Although individuals, with some exceptions (including minors and incapable parties), have the right to represent themselves in a lawsuit, it is generally not advisable to do so, particularly when it comes to complex medical malpractice cases.

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