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 doctors, healthcare workers, or clinics, we believe in receiving standard care. Unfortunately, not every experience lives up to that expectation, and careless medical mistakes is still a significant cause of harm and premature death in the United States.
Whenever a family member or you has suffered harm due to a healthcare provider’s mistake, a reliable medical malpractice attorney may be essential.
At Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C., our legal team have over 40 years of experience fighting complex cases of hospital errors. We’re here to seek justice when doctors fail you.
Understanding Medical Malpractice
Malpractice happens when a medical professional deviates from an accepted standard of care, and that breach results in harm.
Common examples include:
Incorrect diagnosis
Surgical errors
Drug errors
Birth injuries
Errors during sedation
Post-treatment neglect
In these situations, lives are disrupted, and they deserve answers.
Benefits of Hiring an NYC Medical Negligence Lawyer
Medical malpractice claims are complicated, but that’s where we come in.
Here’s why having a medical malpractice law firm is important:
1. Establishing Liability Requires Expertise
Showing a doctor was negligent means gathering detailed records. We work with top medical professionals to build 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 compelling courtroom argument.
3. You Deserve Full Compensation
Your damages may be significant, we’ll fight for compensation that covers:
Past and future care
Reduced earning potential
Mental anguish
Wrongful death benefits
A Firm You Can Count On
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
We only get paid if you get compensated
We have the resources to win
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
Reach out to our team
Protect Your Future Today
Don’t trust the first offer you get. Our NYC malpractice lawyers know their tactics, and we push for full value.
Schedule Your Free Consultation Today
You don’t have to face this alone. Call us for a no-obligation case evaluation.
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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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