Category Archives: Medical Malpractice
New York City Birth Injury Cases: What Kinds of Compensation Are Available to New York City Birth Injury Medical Malpractice Victims?
For many New York City families, the birth of a new baby is a time of great excitement, joy, and a time to get together and celebrate a new member of the “crew”. However, unfortunately, for other New York City families, complications with a new baby’s birth caused by doctor medical malpractice can result… Read More »
Disparities Found in Heart Treatment Between Men and Women, Delayed Diagnosis of Surgery Complications in Women May Explain Higher Death Rate
A 2024 study reviewed by Live Science and published in the Journal of the American Medical Association sheds light on disparities found in the treatment of women versus men when it comes to heart surgery complications. According to Julie Goldenburg, of Live Science, the JAMA study analyzed medical records from over 860,000 patients, who… Read More »
Money Recovery in New York City Medical Malpractice Cases – What Types of Damages are Available to New York City Medical Malpractice Victims Under New York Medical Malpractice Laws
When a New York City medical patient is injured by their trusted doctor or medical team, they may initially be shocked, dismayed, and in disbelief. Indeed, when most New York City medical patients visit their doctor or undergo a serious medical procedure under the care of their trusted and respected medical team, the last… Read More »
New York Office of Professional Medical Conduct Declines to Reprimand New York City Doctor for Medical Malpractice
A story about the New York Office of Professional Medical Conduct’s refusal to reprimand a New York City doctor after his patient died has some New York City medical patients and residents worried, and the case demonstrates that some doctors are back out in practice, even after patients die unexpectedly in their care. It’s… Read More »
New York Governor Hochul Vetoes “Grieving Families Act” For Third Time – How to Get Justice for Your Medical Malpractice Injuries in New York City
At the tail end of last December, just before the 2024 Christmas holiday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul had a third opportunity to sign the latest version of a piece of legislation called the Grieving Families Act into law. The legislation, which was passed by both the New York State Assembly and State Senate… Read More »
Bronx Woman’s Fight after New York City Doctor, Hospital’s Medical Malpractice Sends Her into Coma Ends in $110Million Jury Award
The horrific case of a Bronx woman who was seriously injured at the hands of her doctors and treating hospital after seeking medical treatment for her asthma condition shows just how dangerous medical malpractice in New York City can be, and the fact that victims of medical malpractice in New York City can get… Read More »
Comedian, Producer Sues New York City Hospital for Medical Malpractice after “Botched” Surgery
A lawsuit brought by prominent South African comedian, producer, and television personality, Trevor Noah, against a New York City Hospital demonstrates to New York City patients and residents that not even celebrities are immune to doctor medical malpractice. According to national news reports, Trevor Noah brought a medical malpractice lawsuit against New York’s Hospital… Read More »
Myths Busted: Learn about Three Common Myths about New York City Medical Malpractice Cases and What You Can Do to Get Compensation in Your New York City Medical Malpractice Case
Like many other areas of New York civil laws, there is a lot of misunderstanding and confusion about New York medical malpractice laws. Indeed, whether a person hears misinformation from a television show, the news, or a trusted family member or friend, myths about New York medical malpractice laws and New York City medical… Read More »
Consent Form 101: Three Ways to Overcome Your Consent Form in Your New York City Medical Malpractice Case
One of the reasons that a New York City medical malpractice victim may believe that they have no leg to stand on after they were injured by a negligent doctor or medical professional is that they signed an informed consent form. Indeed, New York laws require doctors to provide informed consent to their patients… Read More »
Lavern’s Law in New York City Medical Malpractice Cases – What Does the Law Mean and What You Can Do if You are Injured by Your Doctor in New York City
Many New York City residents and medical patients likely know that in New York, most civil legal claims have an expiration date. Indeed, whether a case involves a dog bite, a breach of contract, or an injury caused by a skilled medical professional to a patient, aggrieved individuals have only a certain amount of… Read More »
