Attorneys for Medical Malpractice & Wrongful Death Claims Involving University Hospitals (UH) Care
Overview | What We Handle | UH Locations | Process | FAQ | Contact
If you believe you or a loved one was harmed by negligent medical care involving University Hospitals (often called “UH”) in Cleveland or Northeast Ohio, you deserve a careful review of the facts, the records, and whether the accepted standard of care was met. At Triscaro & Associates, we represent patients and families in serious injury and wrongful death cases throughout Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, and Northeast Ohio.
Important: Triscaro & Associates is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by University Hospitals. “University Hospitals” and “UH” are third-party names used only to describe care locations involved in potential claims.
Confidential consultation: Call (440) 248-8811 or contact us online.
What We Handle
Not every bad outcome is malpractice. A medical negligence claim generally requires proof of a breach of the accepted standard of care and that the breach caused harm. We evaluate complex cases and coordinate appropriate expert review when needed. Common issues include:
- Misdiagnosis / failure to diagnose (including delayed diagnosis of cancer, stroke, or heart attack)
- Surgical errors (including wrong-site surgery)
- Anesthesia complications and errors
- Medication errors and adverse interactions
- Emergency room mistakes and delayed treatment
- Hospital-acquired infections
- Lack of informed consent
- Birth injuries and neonatal complications
- Medical malpractice wrongful death
UH Locations Mentioned in Potential Claims
If you are unsure which campus or facility was involved, we can help you organize the timeline and identify what records are needed. The list below reflects commonly referenced UH locations in Northeast Ohio:
- Ahuja Medical Center (Beachwood, Ohio)
- Bedford Medical Center (Bedford, Ohio)
- Conneaut Medical Center (Conneaut, Ohio)
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center / Case Medical Center (Main Campus, Cleveland, Ohio)
- UH Geauga Medical Center (Chardon / Geauga County area)
- Seidman Cancer Center (Cleveland, Ohio)
- Laurelwood Hospital & Counseling Centers (Willoughby, Ohio)
- MacDonald Women’s Hospital (Cleveland, Ohio)
- Geneva Medical Center (Geneva, Ohio)
- Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital (Cleveland, Ohio)
- Richmond Medical Center (Richmond Heights, Ohio)
What to Expect in an Ohio Medical Malpractice Case
Medical malpractice cases are record-intensive and often require expert involvement. While every claim is different, many matters follow a general process:
- Initial intake: we gather key facts, dates, providers, and the nature of the harm.
- Records & timeline: identifying and organizing the medical record chronology.
- Expert review (when needed): qualified experts evaluate standard of care and causation.
- Filing requirements: Ohio medical claims have specific procedural requirements that must be handled correctly.
- Litigation: discovery, depositions, motion practice, and negotiation for settlement or trial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you handle medical malpractice claims involving University Hospitals (UH) in Cleveland?
Yes. We evaluate serious injury and wrongful death claims involving negligent medical care in Cleveland and throughout Northeast Ohio, including matters involving University Hospitals facilities and providers.
Are you affiliated with University Hospitals?
No. Triscaro & Associates is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by University Hospitals.
What should I bring to a consultation?
Bring hospital paperwork, discharge instructions, bills, prescriptions, and a brief timeline of events. If you do not have records yet, we can explain how to request them.
Is there a fee unless you recover?
Many medical malpractice and wrongful death matters are handled on a contingency basis, meaning no attorney fee is owed unless there is a recovery. Fee terms depend on the case and are discussed at intake.
Talk with a Cleveland medical malpractice attorney: Call (440) 248-8811 or contact us online.
Note: This page is for general information only and does not create an attorney-client relationship.
