When people put their health in the hands of a medical professional, they do so expecting that they will be treated with a certain level of care. Unfortunately, however, this is not always the case, causing New Yorkers subjected to medical malpractice, to suffer significant harm, both physical and emotional, as a result. In fact, according to the New York City Office of the Comptroller, medical malpractice claims accounted for approximately $60.3 million in settlements and judgments in 2022 against NYC Health and Hospital Corporations alone.
If you have suffered damages due to the wrongful or negligent actions of a medical provider or facility in New York, you may have a legal claim for relief. Use the guide below to learn more about medical malpractice claims in New York and see how medical malpractice lawyer Steve Newman can help you move forward today.
Steve Newman: Your Trusted NYC Medical Malpractice Attorney
Medical malpractice claims can be legally complex and emotionally draining. However, it’s important to remember that you don’t have to navigate the claims process on your own.
When you hire the Law Offices of Steve Newman you can rest easier knowing your case will be prosecuted at the highest level of professional knowledge and expertise. You can trust the Law Offices of Steve Newman with your New York medical malpractice case:
- The Law Offices of Steve Newman’s practice is solely devoted to litigating medical malpractice claims;
- Attorney Steve Newman has more than 30 years of experience handling cases for clients in New York and nationwide;
- The Law Offices of Steve Newman utilizes an extensive network of board certified physicians providing valuable insight in analyzing and consequently determining whether medical malpractice has occurred in a given case;
- The Law Offices of Steve Newman litigates medical malpractice cases on a contingency basis, meaning you will only pay a legal fee if and when a settlement or verdict is obtained in your favor.
Not ready to hire an attorney for your case just yet? Keep reading to learn more about medical malpractice claims as you decide whether you should retain the Law Offices of Steve Newman to prosecute your medical malpractice claim.
NYC Medical Malpractice Overview
Sustaining injuries at the hands of a medical provider can turn your world upside down. However, a medical malpractice claim can get you the compensation you need and deserve.
What Is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice refers to a type of legal claim that arises out of the negligence or misconduct of a healthcare professional or provider resulting in injury to a patient. A medical malpractice claim is a type of negligence claim, meaning the injury victim must be able to prove four elements to prevail:
- Duty. The healthcare provider owes a legal duty to the patient. The healthcare provider is held to a particular standard of care based on his/her medical area of expertise that is generally recognized and accepted within the medical community.
- Breach. The patient’s legal burden involves proving the healthcare provider breached his/her legal duty by failing to follow the accepted standard of care in providing their medical services.
- Causation. The healthcare provider’s breach caused harm to the patient as a result.
- Damages. The patient suffered actual harm (damages).
Common examples of medical malpractice include improper treatment, prescription errors, surgical mistakes, and misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose entirely.
Medical malpractice can arise in a variety of scenarios. If you have questions about whether the medical care you received constitutes medical malpractice call the Law Offices of Steve Newman’s 800 number to discuss your potential case today.
Who May Be Responsible in a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
Notably, in a medical malpractice lawsuit there are a variety of parties, including both individuals and entities, who may be held responsible. Examples of parties who may be held accountable in a New York State medical malpractice case include:
- Physicians,
- Nurses,
- Surgeons,
- Anesthesiologists,
- Pharmacists,
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities,
- Nursing homes.
No matter the circumstances, if you sustained damages due to misconduct or negligence in the course of your medical care you may have a valid medical malpractice claim to pursue.
Recoverable Damages
While nothing can undo the harm you’ve suffered, a medical malpractice lawsuit has the potential to provide you with monetary compensation that can be invaluable to your pathway to recovery. Recoverable damages in a New York State medical malpractice lawsuit commonly include compensation for:
- Past and future medical expenses arising out of your injuries,
- Lost wages for income lost during your recovery period,
- Loss of future earning capacity if your injuries have negatively impacted your ability to earn income,
- Rehabilitation costs,
- Disfigurement, and
- Pain and suffering caused by the malpractice.
If you have suffered the above listed injuries or economic damages contact the Law Offices of Steve Newman.
The Law Offices of Steve Newman utilizes an extensive network of board certified physicians to analyze whether medical malpractice occurred.
Medical malpractice cases are litigated on a contingency basis. The client only pays a legal fee if and when the case is settled or a verdict obtained.