Medical malpractice is a situation in which a doctor or medical facility fails to follow applicable standards of care, resulting in serious injury to the patient. In New York State, this process is complex and requires not only legal knowledge but also collaboration with prominent medical experts.
How to recognize if medical malpractice has occurred?
Not every unsuccessful treatment is a mistake. To claim compensation, we must prove three elements:
- Duty of care: A doctor-patient relationship existed.
- Breach of standard: The doctor acted differently than another competent specialist would have in a similar situation.
- Injury and causation: The negligence directly caused your injury or deterioration of health.
Most common types of medical errors in the USA
In our practice, we most often encounter:
- Surgical errors: Organ damage during surgery (e.g., bowel perforation during laparoscopy).
- Misdiagnosis: Overlooking symptoms of a heart attack, stroke, or cancer.
- Birth injuries: Injuries leading to cerebral palsy or other permanent damage to the newborn.
- Postoperative negligence: Failure to respond to developing sepsis or infection.
Why does a lawyer’s experience matter?
The Edward Sanocki law firm has proven that fighting big hospitals is possible, securing a record $62,000,000 for medical malpractice. Such an amount allows for covering lifelong care and modern rehabilitation.
Remember: Deadlines for reporting medical malpractice in New York are strict. If you suspect negligence, act immediately.
Do you have questions about your treatment? See Edward Sanocki’s profile and schedule a free consultation.
