[header] How to choose a malpractice attorney [title] Identify the type of malpractice claim you have. [step] The type of malpractice claim will matter when looking for a lawyer since most lawyers handle only one type of malpractice case. Consider the following common types of malpractice lawsuits : [substeps] Medical malpractice. 
This involves lawsuits against medical professionals for mistakes they make. For example, you might sue because a doctor made a mistake in surgery, prescribed the wrong prescriptions, or failed to diagnose you properly.