Medical Malpractice

The medical malpractice group of the law firm of Gislason & Hunter has a long history of successful representation in various forms of professional malpractice actions in Minnesota,  Iowa and Wisconsin.  Our representation in the area of medical malpractice is exclusive to defending medical professionals and health care providers.  We proudly represent physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, dentists, nurses, clinics, medical groups and hospitals.

When faced with a lawsuit, health care professionals and providers seek experienced, sensitive and responsive help.  Our attorneys have extensive experience in all areas of litigation and regulation.  We represent our clients in all venues including both state and federal district courts and courts of appeal, alternative dispute resolution, and before the boards of professional practice.  Our experienced litigators not only understand complex medical and legal issues, but we are also able to present those issues to judges,  juries, mediators and boards concisely, clearly, and persuasively.

Many of Gislason & Hunter's medical malpractice attorneys have been recognized by their peers as leaders in these areas.  Those recognitions include being named as "Super Lawyer" and "Rising Star" by the Minnesota Journal of Law and Politics, inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America by Woodward and White, Minnesota State Bar Association Civil Trial Specialist certification, and induction in the American College of Trial Lawyers.

Some of the legal matters our lawyers have handled include:

• Medical malpractice defense
• Dental malpractice defense
• Misdiagnosis
• Failure to diagnose
• Surgical issues
• Anesthesia issues
• Birth injuries
• OB/GYN issues
• Oncology issues
• Medication issues
• Prescription issues
• Emergency room issues
• Nursing issues
• Professional liability