Is evidence of a dentist’s routine practice admissible in court? Dentists routinely perform hundreds or even thousands of dental procedures each year. Often, when a dentist is sued for medical malpractice, he or she will not recall the exact events leading up to the lawsuit. Accordingly, a dentist will often take the stand and instead…
Read MoreMany, but not all, podiatrists are foot surgeons and are trained to perform surgery on the lower leg, specifically the areas surrounding the feet and ankles. Maintaining the health of our feet and ankles is essential. If something goes wrong, we could lose our ability to walk normally or walk at all. Unfortunately, negligence and…
Read MoreAn unpleasant or tragic outcome in a medical case does not necessarily mean that the outcome was because of medical malpractice. A plaintiff must prove several legal elements to recover compensation for malpractice. If you are unsure whether or not you need to file a medical malpractice lawsuit, a New York medical malpractice attorney can…
Read MoreFoot surgery should reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve daily life. But when a preventable infection develops, recovery can turn into a painful cycle of complications and extra treatment. Legal options depend on what caused the infection and whether your provider ignored their professional responsibilities. Not Every Infection Means Medical Malpractice Infections are a known…
Read MoreHow can I prove the doctor who treated me was negligent? Medical malpractice lawsuits are notoriously complex. Doctors and other medical professionals will vigorously defend against most medical malpractice actions. Armed with powerful attorneys and laws that make it difficult for injured patients to succeed, the defense is often the prevailing party in a medical…
Read MoreWhat are some common foot surgery errors that lead to malpractice cases? A foot surgery patient in Cook County, Illinois has filed a malpractice action against his podiatrist, claiming the physician chose the wrong course of treatment and left the patient with ongoing pain and mobility problems. The patient is seeking more than $50,000 in…
Read MoreWhat must be proved when you sue a dentist for malpractice? As in all cases of medical malpractice, the plaintiff must be able to prove that personal injury was suffered as a result of the practitioner’s substandard care. Because of the complexities of proving dental malpractice to a judge or jury, if you have suffered…
Read MoreWhat are the elements necessary to file a dental malpractice lawsuit? Dental malpractice, like medical malpractice, is not as infrequent an occurrence as one might expect. It is also not often easy to prove. Dental malpractice is said to occur when a dental patient is harmed by care that is below normal standards. There are…
Read MoreDental & Podiatry Malpractice Lawyers of New York protect the rights of victims harmed by dental and podiatric medical malpractice. Our New York nerve damage lawyers can help you seek compensation if you suffered a nerve injury caused by a podiatric surgical error. Medical malpractice claims are complex, but you are not alone. Let our…
Read MoreA patient’s medical history should inform the type of care they should receive and how they should receive it. For example, a patient who’s allergic to certain types of antiseptics should not have those drugs administered to them after dental surgery. As such, it is a critical piece of information that dentists should carefully review…
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