New York Medical Malpractice Attorneys
Modern medicine is a delicate balance of technological sophistication and human know-how. When these things work together properly, injuries and illnesses that used to be fatal can now be treated. Today's patients survive years longer than those in past generations and many can expect a full recovery. Unfortunately, mistakes can be made by medical professionals that interfere with a patient’s healing and even cause additional injuries or death.
When a patient’s condition worsens or a patient dies as the result of human error, it is known as medical malpractice. Medical malpractice includes everything from poor judgment to improper communication among healthcare professionals that leads to a patient's injury. Medical malpractice can be committed by nearly healthcare professionals, from neurosurgeons to lab technicians, from dentists to doctors, from hospitals to pharmaceutical companies.
Most people are familiar with the term medical malpractice but very few understand how complex a medical malpractice case can be. Bringing a successful claim against a New York doctor or hospital requires knowledge of New York malpractice laws and years of legal experience. The New York lawyers of Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. understand these complexities and have a proven track record with malpractice cases.
If you have been the victim of medical malpractice, we will help you understand your rights. Contact us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out our online contact form for a free case evaluation.
Health officials estimate that as many as 98,000 people die each year as a result of medical mistakes in the U.S.; another 1.3 million individuals suffer injuries from medical errors. Medical malpractice is an enormous problem that affects thousands of families.
Medical malpractice comes in many shapes and forms. Some examples include:
- Failing to diagnose or treat an injury or illness;
- Providing an incorrect diagnosis or providing treatment that is inappropriate for the diagnosis;
- Prescribing or administering the incorrect medication;
- Surgical errors, including surgery on the wrong person or wrong body part;
- Errors or excessive wait times in the emergency room;
- Failing to factor in pre-existing conditions when diagnosing or treating an injury or illness;
- Failing to safely deliver a baby;
- Failing to provide a generally safe environment for patients while in the hospital.
In all cases, medical malpractice involves a lapse in what is known as the standard of reasonable care, the legal obligation that healthcare providers owe to all of their patients. When health care providers fall short in their obligations, the law is there to offer protection and, in some cases, money damages to the patients who have been harmed.
The money an individual is entitled to varies greatly based on the situation. There are the obvious physical damages to consider, but also emotional pain and suffering, lost wages, and the loss of companionship with family members. When a patient dies from a medical error, the surviving loved ones may be able to bring a wrongful death claim for their emotional and financial losses. An experienced attorney can help you to understand these real costs and will fight for what you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a medical mistake, you should speak with an attorney as soon as possible. The New York lawyers of Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. are experienced and successful medical malpractice litigators. Contact us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out our online contact form today.
