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 physicians, nursing staff, or hospitals, we expect safe attention. Unfortunately, errors still occur, and careless medical mistakes is still a significant cause of harm and premature death in the United States.
Whenever a family member or you has been injured due to a healthcare provider’s mistake, a seasoned medical malpractice attorney can be your strongest advocate.
At our law firm, our legal team have a long-standing reputation fighting complex medical malpractice claims. We’re here to recover compensation when doctors fail you.
Understanding Medical Malpractice
Malpractice happens when a medical professional fails to deliver an accepted standard of care, and that failure leads to injury.
Common examples include:
Delayed diagnosis
Botched surgery
Wrong prescriptions
Birth injuries
Errors during sedation
Poor patient supervision
In these situations, lives are disrupted, and they deserve answers.
Benefits of Hiring an NYC Medical Negligence Lawyer
It’s tough to prove doctor negligence, but that’s where we come in.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice law firm is important:
1. Establishing Liability Requires Expertise
Showing a doctor was negligent means gathering detailed records. We work with top medical professionals to strengthen your case.
2. You Need Help Interpreting Evidence
Medical documents often confuse patients, but our team is experienced in converting that data into a compelling courtroom argument.
3. Your Losses Should Be Covered
Your damages may be significant, we’ll fight for compensation that covers:
Medical bills
Reduced earning potential
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
No fees until we succeed
We work with top experts
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:
Put your health first
Obtain your full medical records
Keep notes of what happened
Call a qualified malpractice attorney
Don’t Settle for Less Than You Deserve
Hospitals and insurers may try to lowball you. Our NYC malpractice lawyers know their tactics, and we demand maximum compensation.
Talk to an Attorney Who Cares
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 learn more.
You deserve justice.
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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