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, nursing staff, or hospitals, we anticipate safe care. Sadly, not every experience lives up to that expectation, and careless medical mistakes remains one of the top cause of patient damage and premature death in the United States.
If you or someone you care about has suffered harm due to a healthcare provider’s negligence, a skilled medical malpractice attorney may be essential.
At our trusted Richmond Hill law team, we have a long-standing reputation fighting complex cases of hospital errors. We’re here to fight for your rights when doctors fail you.
How Medical Negligence Happens
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to deliver an accepted standard of care, and that breach results in injury.
Common examples include:
Delayed diagnosis
Botched surgery
Drug errors
OB/GYN negligence
Improper anesthesia dosing
Failure to monitor a patient
In these situations, lives are disrupted, and they deserve answers.
Benefits of Hiring an NYC Medical Negligence Lawyer
Medical malpractice claims are complicated, and that’s why experienced counsel matters.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice law firm is essential:
1. You’ll Need to Prove Negligence
Showing a doctor was negligent means obtaining strong expert testimony. We work with independent experts to strengthen your case.
2. You Need Help Interpreting Evidence
Medical documents aren’t always easy to understand, but our team is equipped in converting that data into a narrative that makes sense.
3. Your Losses Should Be Covered
Your damages may be significant, we’ll fight for compensation that covers:
Medical bills
Income loss
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 have the resources to win
We’re aggressive negotiators and fearless in court
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
Track every detail
Reach out to our team
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 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.
Call (646) 813-7356 or fill out our contact form to book your consultation.
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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