Medical malpractice – or medical negligence – means that a doctor or other healthcare professional deviated from accepted standards and norms in providing medical care. Simply put, medical malpractice means that your doctor didn’t do everything they were supposed to when treating you or overseeing your care.
If you’ve been harmed because of a medical professional’s negligence or failure to act, you might be entitled to compensation. Our personal injury medical malpractice attorneys have more than 200 years of combined experience handling these complex matters. This means that we know how to represent you and handle your case most effectively. We’ll do everything we can to get you the money you need and deserve.
Since 1977, Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C. has been fighting to help victims of medical negligence across New York. We have a reputation as a tough and dedicated law firm, and we’re incredibly proud of that. If you’ve suffered an injury because of a negligent medical professional, we’re here to help.
Whenever we rely on physicians, nursing staff, or clinics, we expect safe attention. Sadly, mistakes still happen, and careless medical mistakes is still a significant cause of injury and wrongful death in the country.
Should you or a loved one has been hurt due to a healthcare provider’s negligence, a seasoned medical malpractice attorney can help you fight back.
At our trusted Lenox Hill law team, our attorneys have decades of proven results fighting complex doctor negligence lawsuits. We’re here to seek justice when medical care goes wrong.
What is Medical Malpractice?
You may have a malpractice case if a doctor deviates from an accepted standard of care, and that breach results in injury.
Common examples include:
Misdiagnosis
Mistakes in surgery
Medication mistakes
Labor and delivery errors
Anesthesia complications
Post-treatment neglect
In these situations, patients suffer, and they deserve answers.
Why You Need a Medical Malpractice Attorney
These cases are notoriously complex, but that’s where we come in.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice attorney is essential:
1. Proving Fault is Challenging
Showing a doctor was negligent means gathering detailed records. We work with top medical professionals to build your case.
2. Medical Jargon Can Be Confusing
Medical documents aren’t always easy to understand, but our team is experienced in converting that data into a narrative that makes sense.
3. We Fight for What You’re Owed
From hospital bills to lost wages, we’ll fight for compensation that covers:
Treatment costs
Income loss
Pain and suffering
Wrongful death benefits
Our Proven Track Record
We’re not just another law firm. We’ve helped New Yorkers for 40+ years and recovered over $1 billion for injury victims.
Clients choose us because:
We care about people
We only get paid if you get compensated
We work with top experts
We fight smart and hard
What to Do if You Suspect Medical Malpractice
Don’t delay if you think a provider’s mistake caused you harm. Take these steps:
Put your health first
Secure the evidence
Track every detail
Set up a free legal review
Insurers Want You to Accept Less
Hospitals and insurers may try to lowball you. Our NYC malpractice lawyers know their tactics, and we won’t let them take advantage of you.
Get Legal Help Now
You don’t have to face this alone. Reach out for your free consult today.
Call (646) 813-7356 or fill out our contact form to get started.
We’re ready to help you recover.
Failing to correctly identify a patient’s condition or delaying a diagnosis can result in inappropriate treatment or lack of necessary care, potentially worsening the patient’s health.
Mistakes during surgery, such as operating on the wrong site, leaving instruments inside the patient, or causing unintended damage to organs, can have severe consequences.
Administering the wrong medication, incorrect dosages, or failing to consider drug interactions can lead to adverse drug events, harming patients.
Errors in administering anesthesia, including incorrect dosages or inadequate monitoring, can cause serious complications, including brain damage or death.
Performing medical procedures without the patient’s informed consent, or without adequately explaining the risks involved, can be grounds for malpractice claims.
Breakdowns in communication between doctors, nurses, and other medical staff can lead to errors in patient care, such as misinterpreted orders or overlooked symptoms.
Neglecting proper post-treatment monitoring or failing to provide necessary aftercare instructions can result in complications or deterioration of the patient’s condition.
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