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 physicians, nurses, or medical facilities, we expect safe attention. Sadly, not every experience lives up to that expectation, and negligent medical treatment is still one of the top cause of patient damage and wrongful death in the U.S..
Whenever you or a loved one has suffered harm due to a healthcare provider’s negligence, a skilled medical malpractice attorney can be your strongest advocate.
At our law firm, our legal team have decades of proven results fighting complex medical malpractice claims. We’re here to recover compensation when doctors fail you.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor deviates from an accepted standard of care, and that error leads to injury.
Common examples include:
Incorrect diagnosis
Botched surgery
Wrong prescriptions
Labor and delivery errors
Improper anesthesia dosing
Post-treatment neglect
In these situations, patients suffer, and they deserve answers.
How a Lawyer Helps You Win
It’s tough to prove doctor negligence, which is why expert legal help is vital.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice lawyer is important:
1. You’ll Need to Prove Negligence
Proving that a provider failed in their duty means conducting deep medical analysis. We work with qualified evaluators to present your case.
2. You Need Help Interpreting Evidence
Medical documents can be overwhelming, but our team is experienced in converting that data into a clear and persuasive story.
3. Your Losses Should Be Covered
Whether it’s physical pain or emotional trauma, we’ll fight for compensation that covers:
Past and future care
Reduced earning potential
Pain and suffering
Funeral and burial expenses
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 offer compassionate legal support
No fees until we succeed
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
Secure the evidence
Track every detail
Set up a free legal review
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.
Get Legal Help Now
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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