One thing that some New York City medical malpractice victims and survivors may not know about medical malpractice cases throughout the country is that in some states, state laws “cap” or limit the amount of money that a medical malpractice victim can receive in their...
Medical Malpractice Articles
Medical Malpractice Arbitration – What Does it Mean?
There is no doubt that when a medical malpractice victim in New York City seeks information about bringing a medical malpractice lawsuit after being injured by their doctor, they may be hit with a host of confusing and complex information. Indeed, the area of medical...
I Think My Doctor Injured Me, But What Do I Do Next? How to Determine Whether Your Doctor is Liable for Your Injuries
When a person in New York City is injured by their doctor or treating medical team, they may wonder exactly if their doctor’s medical malpractice mistake caused their injuries, or if their body simply did not react to the treatment as was expected. Indeed, New York...
The Case of Joan Rivers: How a Legendary Comedian’s Family Sought Justice for Her Death Due to a New York City Clinic’s Alleged Medical Malpractice
Although legendary New York City comedian Joan Rivers sadly passed away on September 4, 2014, her memory certainly lives on for many New York City residents. At 81 years old, Joan Rivers’ death shook the nation, but it also caused Rivers’ family members to question...
Mike Cox vs. Hospital for Special Surgery: The $28.5 Million NFL Medical Malpractice Verdict
Michael Cox Jr. was 25 years old and under contract with the New York Giants when a surgeon's decisions during ankle reconstruction surgery ended his NFL career. In September 2022, a Manhattan jury awarded Cox $28.5 million, $12 million for lost earnings, $15.5...
New York City Woman Awarded $110 Million in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit – Where to Find a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in New York City
Back in 2019, a Bronx, New York City grandmother was awarded $110.6 million in damages against the negligent local hospital and doctors that treated her in a medical malpractice lawsuit. The unfortunate case all began nearly 10 years earlier, in 2010, when plaintiff...
New York City Hospital Forks Out Close to $8 Million in Premature Birth Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
A New York City hospital’s settlement of a premature birth medical malpractice lawsuit in 2022 serves as an example of how New York City medical malpractice patients can get justice under New York City medical malpractice laws for egregious and serious doctor errors....
Doctor Removed the Wrong Organ: What New York Patients Need to Know
When a doctor removes the wrong organ during surgery, it is one of the most catastrophic, and legally clear-cut, forms of medical malpractice. Wrong-organ removal is a "never event": a medical error so serious that it should never occur under any circumstances when...
Long Island, New York Breast Cancer Victim Awarded $15 Million in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit after Initially “Missed” Diagnosis
A story about a Long Island, New York woman’s fight against breast cancer – and the negligent doctor who originally failed to catch it in its earlier stages – is still relevant and important years later today and serves as a critical reminder to breast cancer victims...
Medical Misconduct vs Medical Malpractice: What is the Difference in New York City?
When a patient is injured by a trusted doctor or medical team, they may not know where to turn to report the negligent conduct of the medical professional to prevent future harm to other patients, and to get justice for their injuries and losses sustained at the...
