If a doctor, nurse, or hospital made a mistake that hurt you or someone you love, you’re probably sitting with two questions that feel impossible to answer on your own.
Minneapolis Medical Malpractice Attorney
Dedicated Medical Malpractice Attorneys Serving Clients in Minneapolis, Minnesota
When we sit down with a new client as a Minneapolis medical malpractice attorney, the first thing we hear is almost always the same: “I trusted my doctor, and I got hurt instead of helped.” That betrayal of trust is at the heart of every medical negligence case we take on. We represent patients and families across Hennepin County and the greater Twin Cities area who were harmed not by illness or bad luck, but by a preventable error made by a physician, nurse, surgeon, or hospital system that owed them a duty of care.
Medical malpractice cases are unlike any other type of injury claim. Minnesota law places strict procedural hurdles in front of patients, and insurance companies for hospitals and physicians fight these claims harder than almost any other type of case. At 612-Injured, our Minneapolis medical malpractice attorneys built our practice around understanding those hurdles inside and out, so our clients never lose a valid claim over a missed technicality.
Why Choose 612-Injured for Medical Malpractice Representation
Deep Knowledge of MN Malpractice Law
Minnesota’s medical malpractice claims involve strict statutes of limitations and expert affidavit requirements. We know how to navigate these rules so procedural errors never jeopardize your case.
Defense Against Hospitals & Insurers
Hospitals and their insurers often try to shift blame or minimize harm. We build your case with credible medical experts to establish the true standard of care that was breached.
Accurate Damage Calculations
We account for medical bills, lost income, future care needs, and pain and suffering to ensure your claim reflects the full impact of the negligence, not just the immediate costs.
Litigation Experience
If a fair settlement isn’t offered, we are prepared to take your case to trial and fight for the full compensation your injury deserves.
No Fees Unless We Win
You never pay out of pocket. We only get paid if we secure a settlement or verdict for your medical malpractice claim.
What Counts as Medical Malpractice in Minnesota
Not every bad outcome is malpractice. Medicine involves risk, and some complications happen even with excellent care. Malpractice occurs when a provider’s treatment falls below the accepted standard of care in their field and that failure causes real harm. We regularly investigate cases involving:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of conditions like cancer, stroke, sepsis, and heart attack
- Surgical errors, including wrong site surgery, retained instruments, and anesthesia mistakes
- Birth injuries caused by failure to monitor fetal distress or delayed C-sections
- Medication errors, including incorrect dosing or dangerous drug interactions
- Hospital-acquired infections tied to poor sanitation or discharge protocols
- Failure to obtain informed consent before a procedure
Why Minneapolis Patients and Families Trust Our Legal Team
With years of dedicated practice in the Twin Cities, we’ve helped hundreds of families navigate the complexities of medical malpractice claims. Here is what they have to say:
Minnesota’s Rules Make These Cases Different From Other Injury Claims
This is where a generic personal injury lawyer can get a family into trouble. Minnesota imposes requirements on medical malpractice cases that do not apply to a car accident or slip and fall claim, and missing one can get a case thrown out before it is ever heard.
The four year filing deadline. Under Minnesota Statute 541.076, most medical malpractice claims must be filed within four years of the date the negligent act occurred. If the malpractice resulted in a death, Minnesota’s wrongful death statute generally requires the claim to be filed within three years of the date of death, though it cannot extend past that outer four year window. These deadlines are firm, and there is no do over once they pass.
The expert review affidavit. Minnesota Statute 145.682 requires an attorney to certify, in a sworn affidavit filed with the lawsuit, that a qualified medical expert has reviewed the case and believes a provider deviated from the accepted standard of care. A second, more detailed affidavit identifying every expert witness must follow within 180 days after discovery begins. Getting either affidavit wrong, or missing the deadline, can result in the entire case being dismissed with prejudice, meaning it can never be refiled. This single statute is responsible for more dismissed malpractice claims in Minnesota than almost any other factor, which is why lining up the right medical expert early is one of the first things we do on every case.
No cap on damages. Unlike many states, Minnesota does not limit the amount of compensation a jury can award in a medical malpractice case, including compensation for pain and suffering. That means a family’s recovery is tied to the actual scope of their harm rather than an arbitrary legislative ceiling.
Extra notice rules for public hospitals and clinics. If the negligence involved a county hospital, a public clinic, or another government run facility, a separate notice of claim generally must be delivered within 180 days of discovering the injury under Minnesota Statute 466.05. We check this early in every intake, because it is easy to overlook and unforgiving if missed.
★ Award Recognition
612-Injured Attorneys Selected for the Best Lawyers in America® 2026 Edition
Four 612-Injured attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America®—an honor based entirely on confidential peer review and professional reputation. Inclusion cannot be purchased, promoted, or negotiated; attorneys earn this recognition through proven excellence and the respect of fellow lawyers.
Best Lawyers in America® 2026
Michael B. Lammers
Personal Injury Litigation—Plaintiffs
Best Lawyers in America® 2026
Scott Kruger
Personal Injury Litigation—Plaintiffs
Best Lawyers in America® 2026
Benjamin Heimerl
Workers’ Compensation Law—Claimants
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® 2026
Ingrid Wahlquist
Workers’ Compensation Law—Claimants
How We Approach Every Case
As a Minneapolis medical malpractice attorney firm, we do not accept a hospital’s explanation that an outcome was simply “a known complication” without independently verifying it. Our process typically includes:
- A full, confidential review of medical records, imaging, and provider notes, often before we ever file anything
- Consultation with practicing physicians in the same specialty as the provider involved, since Minnesota requires an expert in the matching field to support the claim
- A clear explanation of your legal options, timeline, and what documentation you should start gathering right away
- Aggressive negotiation and litigation against hospital systems and their insurers, who typically have far more resources than an individual patient
612-Injured: Minneapolis Medical Malpractice Resource Center
Expert tips and resources designed to protect you after injury and maximize your compensation.
Do I Need to Get an Expert Medical Opinion Before I Contact a Lawyer After a Medical Injury in Minneapolis?
You do not need to track down a doctor to review your case before you pick up the phone. In fact, doing it the other way around almost always works
How Long Do I Have to File a Medical Malpractice Claim in Minnesota?
If a doctor, nurse, or hospital made a mistake that hurt you or someone you love, you’re probably dealing with two things at once: recovering from what happened, and wondering
How Do I Know If What Happened To Me In Minneapolis Was Actually Medical Malpractice, Or Just A Bad Outcome?
When you walk into a hospital in the Twin Cities, you trust the doctors, nurses, and medical staff to make you better. But what happens when you leave the clinic
What You Should Do If You Suspect Malpractice
Time and documentation matter enormously in these cases. If you believe you or a family member was harmed by medical negligence, we recommend the following steps before you speak with the hospital’s risk management department:
- Request a complete copy of your medical records, including nursing notes and any incident reports
- Write down your own timeline of symptoms, appointments, and conversations with providers while your memory is fresh
- Avoid signing any settlement or release documents from a hospital or insurer before speaking with an attorney
- Reach out to our office promptly, since the clock on Minnesota’s filing deadlines starts running immediately
Meet Our Medical Malpractice Attorneys
Scott Kruger
Partner
Scott has dedicated his legal career to standing up for patients harmed by preventable medical errors. He cuts through complex medical records and legalese to guide clients in a calm, straightforward manner, making sure they understand their options at every stage while he holds hospitals and their insurers accountable.
Lauren Wenaas
Attorney
Lauren focuses her practice on civil litigation, fighting hard for patients and families affected by misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and other forms of medical negligence. Born and raised in Minnesota, she works tirelessly to make sure hospitals and their insurers don’t minimize the real physical and emotional toll her clients have suffered.
Joseph Strand
Attorney
Joe understands that a medical error disrupts far more than a patient’s health, it can upend a family’s entire future. He takes a thoughtful, meticulous approach to reviewing medical records and working with qualified experts, taking the time to listen to your concerns and fighting to hold negligent providers fully accountable.
What Compensation May Be Available in Your Case
Because Minnesota does not cap damages in medical malpractice cases, the compensation we pursue is tied to the actual impact the negligence had on your life, not a predetermined limit set by the legislature. Every case is different, but the damages we typically evaluate fall into a few categories.
- Economic damages. These cover the measurable financial losses tied to the malpractice, including past and future medical bills, costs of corrective treatment or additional surgeries, rehabilitation and therapy, lost wages, and any reduction in your future earning capacity if the injury affects your ability to work.
- Non-economic damages. These account for the harder to quantify impact of the malpractice, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and in birth injury or catastrophic cases, the long-term burden placed on a patient’s ability to live independently.
- Punitive damages. These are reserved for cases involving particularly reckless or willful conduct, rather than ordinary negligence. Minnesota requires a plaintiff to obtain the court’s permission before adding a punitive damages claim under Minnesota Statutes 549.191 and 549.20, and we walk clients through whether the facts of their case may support that step.
Malpractice can happen in any care setting across the Twin Cities, from large hospital systems such as Allina Health, M Health Fairview, HealthPartners, and Hennepin Healthcare, to smaller private practices, urgent care clinics, and outpatient surgical centers. Regardless of where the care took place, the same Minnesota standards for proving negligence and the same four year filing deadline generally apply. As Minneapolis personal injury lawyers, our job is to make sure the scope of compensation we pursue actually reflects the full weight of what you and your family have been through, not just the medical bills that have already arrived.
View Our Medical Malpractice Case Results & Settlements
Our attorneys have secured substantial recoveries for victims of medical negligence across Minnesota.
$2.05 Million
Medical Malpractice – Retained Surgical Object
Recovered compensation for a patient injured by a surgical instrument left inside the body.
$1.7 Million
Medical Malpractice – Failure to Diagnose
Secured compensation for severe injuries caused by delayed and improper medical diagnosis.
Talk to a Minneapolis Medical Malpractice Attorney Today
Medical negligence cases are demanding, but you should not have to face a hospital’s legal team alone while also managing your recovery. If you believe a doctor, nurse, surgeon, or hospital failed you or a loved one, reach out to our office for a free, confidential consultation. We will walk you through your rights under Minnesota law and help you understand what steps to take next.
Medical Malpractice FAQs
How do I know if what happened to me in Minneapolis was actually medical malpractice, or just a bad outcome?
Not every disappointing result is malpractice. We look at whether your provider deviated from the accepted standard of care and whether that deviation is what caused your injury. If we can't connect a clear breach of care to real harm, we'll tell you honestly; we don't take cases just to take them. Read more on whether you have a valid medical malpractice case.
How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim in Minnesota?
Minnesota generally gives you four years from the date of the malpractice to file, though certain circumstances can shorten or extend that window. We always recommend reaching out as soon as you suspect something went wrong, since building a strong case takes time and early evidence matters.
Do I need to get an expert medical opinion before I even contact a lawyer after a medical malpractice injury in Minneapolis?
No, that's part of what we handle for you. Minnesota law requires an affidavit of expert review early in the case, and we work with qualified medical experts to evaluate whether your case meets that standard before we move forward. Click here to read more on this topic.
In Minneapolis, what will this medical malpractice case cost, and what can I actually recover?
We take medical malpractice cases on contingency, so you pay nothing upfront and nothing at all unless we win. As for recovery, we pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and long-term care needs, depending on the severity of what you've been through. Click here to read more on how much the case could cost and your recoveries.
This page is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Every medical malpractice case depends on its own specific facts, and you should speak with an attorney before making decisions about your claim.