It is possible that a physician who has failed to ask his or her patient about their medical history has committed medical malpractice. A medical history is a pivotal part of most medical treatments. Failure to take a medical history, which is considered routine, can have numerous and sometimes grave consequences for...

How will Lavern’s Law change the field of medical malpractice? Over 60 patients’ rights groups and several other advocacy groups have stepped forward to push New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to sign a bill known as Lavern’s Law.  If signed into law, Lavern’s Law will make it easier for the victims of medical malpractice to...

Is my doctor liable for my child’s birth related injuries? A Brooklyn jury recently awarded the family of a seven-year-old girl over $26 million for her injuries associated with her physician’s failure to monitor her mother’s pregnancy.  The young girl was born prematurely and suffers from hearing loss along with other medical issues. She was...

What Duties Do ER Personnel Have to Patients? A recent NY Daily News article describes the nightmare that Anthony Medlin lived through one night in the Bronx.  That evening Anthony was attacked by a mugger, and darted out into the street to escape him and was then hit by a car.  When the ambulance arrived...

What is my medical malpractice case worth? Medical malpractice is believed to be the third leading cause of death nationwide, according to a recent study published in the BMJ, claiming the lives of over 250,000 patients annually.  Medical malpractice cases vary widely in value, with some plaintiffs collecting several million dollars for their losses stemming...

If you are considering filing a malpractice claim against a podiatrist in New York, you may have many questions. You may not know if you have a valid case, or how much compensation you will receive. You might be trying to find the right lawyer to handle your case. You know you signed some...

Can I sue my orthodontist for medical malpractice? A New York appellate panel recently ruled to revive a medical malpractice suit against an orthodontist who was accused of providing negligent treatment when repositioning a patient’s tooth.  The lawsuit was originally dismissed on summary judgment after the trial court held that the plaintiff’s expert...

Did you seek treatment for an injury or medical condition only to come out the other side worse off than you were before? If so, you might be wondering if you can hold the medical provider who hurt you accountable for medical malpractice. This guide will explain some of the basics about...