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, healthcare workers, or medical facilities, we believe in receiving standard treatment. Sadly, mistakes still happen, and careless medical mistakes continues to be one of the top cause of harm and wrongful death in the U.S..
If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to a healthcare provider’s mistake, a seasoned medical malpractice attorney can help you fight back.
At our law firm, our attorneys have a long-standing reputation handling complex medical malpractice claims. We’re here to fight for your rights when medical care goes wrong.
What is Medical Malpractice?
You may have a malpractice case if a doctor does not provide an accepted standard of care, and that failure leads to harm.
Common examples include:
Delayed diagnosis
Botched surgery
Wrong prescriptions
Labor and delivery errors
Anesthesia complications
Post-treatment neglect
In these situations, families are devastated, and they deserve answers.
Why You Need a Medical Malpractice Attorney
These cases are notoriously complex, and that’s why experienced counsel matters.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice law firm is important:
1. You’ll Need to Prove Negligence
Making a successful case means gathering detailed records. We work with top medical professionals to present your case.
2. Understanding Medical Records is Tough
Medical documents can be overwhelming, but our team is trained in converting that data into a clear and persuasive story.
3. We Fight for What You’re Owed
From hospital bills to lost wages, we’ll fight for compensation that covers:
Treatment costs
Income loss
Mental anguish
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
We only get paid if you get compensated
We have the resources to win
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:
Get a second medical opinion
Secure the evidence
Track every detail
Set up a free legal review
Protect Your Future Today
Their job is to save money—not help you. Our NYC malpractice lawyers know their tactics, and we won’t let them take advantage of you.
Get Legal Help Now
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 book your consultation.
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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