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 trust medical professionals, nurses, or hospitals, we believe in receiving standard treatment. Unfortunately, errors still occur, and careless medical mistakes is still a significant cause of patient damage and premature death in the U.S..
Should you or a loved one has been injured due to a healthcare provider’s negligence, a skilled medical malpractice attorney can be your strongest advocate.
At our trusted Ellis Island law team, our attorneys have over 40 years of experience handling complex doctor negligence lawsuits. We’re here to recover compensation when medical care goes wrong.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Malpractice happens when a medical professional deviates from an accepted standard of care, and that failure causes a worsened condition.
Common examples include:
Misdiagnosis
Mistakes in surgery
Drug errors
OB/GYN negligence
Anesthesia complications
Post-treatment neglect
In these situations, patients suffer, and they deserve answers.
Benefits of Hiring an NYC Medical Negligence Lawyer
Medical malpractice claims are complicated, which is why expert legal help is vital.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice lawyer is critical:
1. Establishing Liability Requires Expertise
Proving that a provider failed in their duty means conducting deep medical analysis. We work with independent experts to present your case.
2. Medical Jargon Can Be Confusing
Medical documents often confuse patients, but our team is experienced in converting that data into a narrative that makes sense.
3. We Fight for What You’re Owed
Whether it’s physical pain or emotional trauma, we’ll fight for compensation that covers:
Medical bills
Time missed from work
Mental anguish
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 care about people
We only get paid if you get compensated
We invest in your success
We fight smart and hard
How to Protect Your Rights
Don’t delay if you think a provider’s mistake caused you harm. Take these steps:
Seek follow-up treatment
Secure the evidence
Keep notes of what happened
Call a qualified malpractice attorney
Don’t Settle for Less Than You Deserve
Don’t trust the first offer you get. Our NYC malpractice lawyers know their tactics, and we won’t let them take advantage of you.
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You don’t have to face this alone. Let us review your case at no charge.
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Let’s hold the negligent accountable.
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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