At Stone & Maya, P.C., we bring years of experience in handling nursing home cases. Although the individual facts and circumstances of every case is unique, most cases share a general anatomy and timeline.

• Negligent event or treatment occurred.
• Our attorneys will review all of the relevant medical records for the investigation, once hired. These records are provided to the reviewing expert physician.
• The review physician confirms that negligence occurred and provides a report.
• The expert’s report is included with the Complaint at Law filed against the defendant doctor and/or facility. Our firm will provide you with a copy of your Complaint for your own records.
• Once the defendant is served and answers the Complaint, discovery begins on your case.
• Discovery consists of two parts, first being written questions and documents. These documents include of the evidence that you collected right after your accident occurred.
• The second half of discovery involves your deposition. A deposition is the defendant’s opportunity to ask you questions about the case and determine your credibility. It can also be used at trial, if the case proceeds to that point.
• Following the conclusion of depositions, it is not uncommon for the defense to file a Motion to Dismiss, or similar motion. The grounds for this type of motion can differ, but the goal of the defendant in bringing is always the same: to dismiss your case before trial. Our firm has successfully defended against and defeated numerous Motions to Dismiss over the years.
• After the defendant’s motion is defeated, many cases become eligible for settlement negotiations. If your case can be settled at this point, no trial is necessary.
• If settlement negotiations are not successful, our attorneys continue to prepare your case for trial. This includes obtaining the trial testimony of experts, witnesses and your doctors.
• Your case proceeds to trial.
• Following trial, there may be post-trial motions and appeals.