Atty. Brian L. Hoffman
Brian Hoffman's practice focuses on providing aggressive, vigorous defense for those in the health care industry. In addition to extensive experience defending matters involving hospital care, elder care, radiology, emergency medicine, psychiatry and psychology, orthopedics, plastic surgery, urology, dentistry, chiropractic and physical therapy, he also defends product manufacturers and institutions facing claims of product liability, medical malpractice, elder abuse, negligence, and fraud.
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Brian L. Hoffman is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1990) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1991). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of California at Davis (B.S. Human, 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships •American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) •Association of Southern California Defense Counsel •Southern California Association for Healthcare Risk Management. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Brian Hoffman's practice focuses on providing aggressive, vigorous defense for those in the health care industry
- In addition to extensive experience defending matters involving hospital care, elder care, radiology, emergency medicine, psychiatry and psychology, orthopedics, plastic surgery, urology, dentistry, chiropractic and physical therapy, he also defends product manufacturers and institutions facing claims of product liability, medical malpractice, elder abuse, negligence, and fraud
- His clients include nationwide professional insurers, hospitals, physicians, allied health care providers, transport companies, and product manufacturers
- Brian is a member of the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates, and he has earned Super Lawyer recognition in Southern California from 2009 to 2021
- Brian has successfully tried and arbitrated more than 70 cases to verdict
- In addition to providing his litigation skills in malpractice and elder-abuse claims, he provides legal counsel to managed healthcare organizations in medical-litigation matters addressing standard of care, billing, and compensation
- He has defended multinational product manufacturers and litigated many general liability matters involving catastrophic injuries and damages
- Brian has also become a significant resource for telemedicine providers, having experience in litigating numerous matters involving allegations of malpractice, negligent hiring and screening, and fraud
- Brian has become a sought-after speaker providing insight from his experience as a front-line litigator and trial attorney
- He frequently conducts seminars and speaks to physician groups, professional societies, hospital management, and those involved in hospital Grand Rounds
- Brian was an invited speaker at the annual Society of Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine and Urogenital Reconstruction (SUFU) conference in Miami, FL, where he discussed the legal impact of Pelvic Mesh litigation on healthcare providers
- Newsroom News •WSHB Announces Medical Malpractice and Healthcare Practice Newsroom, 6.26.14 Events, Seminars & Speaking Engagements •Brian has conducted numerous presentation and continuing education classes on the following topics: Communications to Improve Patient Care, Pitfalls of Medical Dictation, Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA) Issues, Litigation Hazards, How to Prepare Your Deposition and Avoiding the Malpractice Lawsuit
- Publications •California Court to Reinforce MICRA's Reach in Medical Negligence Claims Against Health Care Providers Case Updates, 5.19.26 •California Supreme Court Narrows MICRA's Scope: No Shield for Negligent Ambulance Driving Case Updates, 8.13.25 •Physicians Are Not Agents of Hospital Under Certain Circumstances Case Updates, 10.7.22 •Governor Signs New Medical Malpractice Legislation Into Law: Cap Raises 1/1/23 on New Filings Case Updates, 7.8.22 •The Pain Game Article, Allied World, 12.28.15 In the News •California Court to Reinforce MICRA's Reach in Medical Negligence Claims Against Health Care Providers •California Supreme Court Narrows MICRA's Scope: No Shield for Negligent Ambulance Driving •Physicians Are Not Agents of Hospital Under Certain Circumstances •Governor Signs New Medical Malpractice Legislation Into Law: Cap Raises 1/1/23 on New Filings Honors & Recognitions •Law & Politics - Southern California Super Lawyer (2009 - 2021) •Los Angeles Magazine - Top Southern California Attorney (2009 - 2021) •Named as Top Attorney by Pasadena Magazine (2017 - 2020)
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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