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.
When we trust doctors, nursing staff, or clinics, we believe in receiving standard attention. Sadly, errors still occur, and careless medical mistakes continues to be a leading cause of injury and premature death in the United States.
Should you or someone you care about has suffered harm due to a healthcare provider’s negligence, a seasoned medical malpractice attorney can help you fight back.
At Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C., our legal team have over 40 years of experience handling complex medical malpractice claims. We’re here to recover compensation when medical care goes wrong.
How Medical Negligence Happens
You may have a malpractice case if a healthcare provider fails to deliver an accepted standard of care, and that failure leads to injury.
Common examples include:
Incorrect diagnosis
Surgical errors
Medication mistakes
Birth injuries
Improper anesthesia dosing
Post-treatment neglect
In these situations, lives are disrupted, and they deserve answers.
How a Lawyer Helps You Win
Medical malpractice claims are complicated, but that’s where we come in.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice law firm is important:
1. Proving Fault is Challenging
Proving that a provider failed in their duty means conducting deep medical analysis. We work with independent experts to strengthen your case.
2. Medical Jargon Can Be Confusing
Medical documents can be overwhelming, but our team is trained in converting that data into a narrative that makes sense.
3. Your Losses Should Be Covered
Whether it’s physical pain or emotional trauma, we’ll fight for compensation that covers:
Treatment costs
Reduced earning potential
Mental anguish
Funeral and burial expenses
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 treat every case like family
You pay nothing unless we win
We invest in your success
We’re aggressive negotiators and fearless in court
Steps to Take After Medical Error
Don’t delay if you think a provider’s mistake caused you harm. Take these steps:
Seek follow-up treatment
Obtain your full medical records
Write down symptoms, costs, and communications
Call a qualified malpractice attorney
Don’t Settle for Less Than You Deserve
Their job is to save money—not help you. Our NYC malpractice lawyers know their tactics, and we push for full value.
Talk to an Attorney Who Cares
You don’t have to face this alone. Call us for a no-obligation case evaluation.
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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