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.
Each time we place faith in medical professionals, nurses, or hospitals, we anticipate standard attention. Unfortunately, errors still occur, and careless medical mistakes is still a leading cause of harm and premature death in the United States.
Whenever a family member or you has been hurt due to a healthcare provider’s oversight, a reliable medical malpractice attorney can help you fight back.
At Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C., our attorneys have a long-standing reputation fighting complex medical malpractice claims. We’re here to fight for your rights after you’ve suffered due to medical negligence.
What is Medical Malpractice?
You may have a malpractice case if a doctor fails to deliver an accepted standard of care, and that breach leads to harm.
Common examples include:
Misdiagnosis
Botched surgery
Wrong prescriptions
Labor and delivery errors
Improper anesthesia dosing
Poor patient supervision
In these situations, patients suffer, and they deserve answers.
Benefits of Hiring an NYC Medical Negligence Lawyer
It’s tough to prove doctor negligence, which is why expert legal help is vital.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice attorney is essential:
1. Proving Fault is Challenging
Showing a doctor was negligent means obtaining strong expert testimony. We work with independent experts to present 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:
Past and future care
Time missed from work
Loss of enjoyment of life
Survivor compensation
Why Choose Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C.?
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 don’t back down from hospitals or insurers
What to Do if You Suspect Medical Malpractice
Don’t delay if you think a provider’s mistake caused you harm. Take these steps:
Seek follow-up treatment
Request all documentation
Write down symptoms, costs, and communications
Set up a free legal review
Protect Your Future Today
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 get started.
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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