Scanlon & Company - Akron, OH

Trial-Tested Injury and Medical Malpractice Advocacy

When an unexpected accident or medical error results in catastrophic injury, navigating the physical and financial aftermath can be incredibly overwhelming. Scanlon & Company, situated in downtown Akron, Ohio, is a highly respected personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of injured victims and their families. Founded by seasoned trial lawyer Lawrence J. Scanlon, the practice has delivered aggressive and ethical advocacy for over forty years. If you need to find an injury lawyer or urgently hire a medical malpractice attorney who will stand up to major insurance companies and hospital networks, our firm provides the rigorous, courtroom-proven representation necessary to secure just compensation.

Specialized Representation in Medical Malpractice Claims

Medical negligence claims are highly complex, requiring extensive legal knowledge and access to qualified medical experts. Scanlon & Company specializes in holding healthcare professionals and medical facilities accountable for deviations from the standard of care. Our areas of expertise in medical malpractice include:

• Failure to diagnose: Representing patients who suffered severe harm due to a delayed or missed diagnosis of life-threatening conditions like cancer.
• Surgical errors: Investigating surgical mistakes, wrong-site procedures, and post-operative negligence.
• Birth injuries: Advocating for families whose infants suffered catastrophic brain injuries or physical trauma during labor and delivery.
• Pharmaceutical errors: Handling cases involving incorrect medication dosages, dangerous drug interactions, and defective medical devices.

We work tirelessly to reconstruct the timeline of your medical care, exposing negligence and ensuring your future medical expenses are fully covered.

Aggressive Advocacy for Catastrophic Accident Victims

A motor vehicle collision can lead to life-altering injuries, loss of income, and astronomical medical bills. The legal team at Scanlon & Company handles comprehensive motor vehicle and trucking litigation. We represent individuals injured in car accidents, motorcycle collisions, pedestrian accidents, and heavy truck crashes. By utilizing modern accident reconstruction technology and collaborating with safety experts, we build powerful claims to counter insurance company tactics that attempt to shift blame. Because we handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, you pay nothing unless we successfully recover compensation for you.

Comprehensive Civil Litigation and Community Care

In addition to personal injury and medical malpractice, Scanlon & Company provides sophisticated representation in investor and securities malpractice, nursing home abuse, product liability, and professional license defense. Our multi-practice capability is strengthened by partner James R. Galla III, a bilingual, second-generation Latino attorney and National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 recipient. This diverse expertise allows us to deliver personalized, culturally compassionate legal service to all segments of the Northeast Ohio community, including Akron, Canton, and Medina.

Why Choose Scanlon & Company"

Choosing Scanlon & Company means placing your trust in attorneys who are peer-recognized leaders. Lawrence J. Scanlon is certified in Civil Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and is a former president of the Akron Bar Association, demonstrating the highest levels of professional achievement. We are committed to maintaining open communication, ensuring that you are fully educated on all your legal options. Contact Scanlon & Company today on Broadway Street to schedule your free, confidential initial consultation and begin your path to recovery.