How much does it cost to hire David for a medical malpractice case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does David offer a free consultation?

David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

How long do medical malpractice cases in Massachusetts typically take?

Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can David take my case if I'm outside Boston?

David is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is David accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?

David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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David McCormack, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, and Product Liability

PrincipalatSugarman & Sugarman

Boston, MA

Practicing medical malpractice in Boston since 2003.

23+: Years practicing
2: Bar admissions

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Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Product Liability Whistleblower Wrongful Death

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David McCormack is a principal based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, and Product Liability. David has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sugarman & Sugarman.

Based in: Boston, MA
Experience: over 23 years
Known for: Medical Malpractice · Nursing Home · Product Liability

Handles Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, and Product Liability matters from Boston, MA.
Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by David McCormack

David concentrates on medical malpractice, nursing home, product liability, whistleblower, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Medical Malpractice cases in Boston, Massachusetts

David takes medical malpractice matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Nursing Home cases in Boston, Massachusetts

David takes nursing home matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Boston, Massachusetts

David takes product liability matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Whistleblower cases in Boston, Massachusetts

David takes whistleblower matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Boston, Massachusetts

David takes wrongful death matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

About David McCormack — Over 23 years of Massachusetts medical malpractice experience

While spending many of his formative years focusing on product liability cases, David McCormack fostered his unique approach to developing cases from the moment of the first client contact to the time of trial. Through jury awards, arbitrations and settlements, David has regularly obtained significant results for his clients over the past two decades, including the firm’s largest medical malpractice award in 2016 and a $30.55 million verdict in 2019 with his partner Ben Zimmermann, which is among the largest medical malpractice verdicts in Massachusetts history. David led the SUGARMAN team responsible for the second largest personal injury settlement reported in Massachusetts in 2021 and obtained the firm’s largest jury verdict that year. In 2022, David and Ben secured the largest reported personal injury settlement or verdict in Massachusetts. Recognized for his commitment to his clients and intensity, David has consistently been selected by his peers for inclusion in the Massachusetts Super Lawyers.

Although his focus remains on cases involving defective products, medical malpractice, and other complex personal injury claims, David litigates cases outside of the firm’s core practice. He has represented clients in cases as diverse as arbitration proceedings relating to corporate stock manipulation, a breach of contract case involving a world-renowned band, and complex loss of business income cases. David’s legal writings have been published in Trial magazine and the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys Journal and he has frequently been invited to serve as a speaker on panels discussing personal injury law.

David joined SUGARMAN as an associate after graduating law school in 2003 and became a principal of the firm in 2011. He is proud to have spent his entire career in the collaborative and client-focused environment at SUGARMAN.

Currently, David is leading the SUGARMAN teams litigating claims involving defective 3M Dual-Ended Combat Earplugs used by the military and claims for veterans and their families harmed by exposure to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

Recognition

• Boston Magazine, “Top Lawyers – Plaintiff Medical Malpractice”, 2022

• “The Best Lawyers of America”, 2021-2023

• “Massachusetts Super Lawyers”, Law and Politics, 2013-2022

• “Massachusetts Super Lawyers, Rising Stars”, Law and Politics, 2008-2012

• Panelist: “Elder Law Seminar”, Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, February 15, 2017

• Panelist: “Premises Liability: Strategies and Recent Developments”, Boston Bar Association, March 6, 2019

• Panelist: “Brave New World in Trucking Litigation”, Exigent Consulting, July 28, 2020

Appellate Cases

• Kirkwood-Boulter, et al. v. Massachusetts General Hospital, et al., 35 Mass. L. Rptr. 38 (2018)

• Bowers v. P. Wile's, Inc., 475 Mass. 34 (2016)

• Hughes v. Tenet Metrowest Healthcare, et al., 2006-J-0579

How David handles medical malpractice matters

The kind of cases David takes

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice, nursing home, and product liability matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

David McCormack's legal education and bar admissions

Boston University School of Law
J.D. · 2003
Providence College
B.S. · 2000

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

U.S. District Court,
2004 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2003 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law and B.S. in Providence College.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law and B.S. in Providence College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

Massachusetts Bar Association Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys American Association for Justice Boston Bar Association Essex County Bar Association
membership

Locations

David McCormack's office in Boston

David's primary office is at 31 St. James Avenue, 10th Floor, Boston, MA, 02116. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Sugarman & Sugarman

31 St. James Avenue, 10th Floor

Boston, MA 02116

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Hiring guide

How to hire David McCormack — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David McCormack

How much does it cost to hire David for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Boston?
David is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

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