How to Identify Surgical Malpractice in New York
Undergoing surgery can be a daunting experience, often accompanied by feelings of vulnerability and uncertainty. While we trust medical professionals to provide us with the highest standard of care, surgical errors, and malpractice can occur, leading to devastating consequences for patients. It’s essential to understand how to identify these cases...
The Legal Process of a Medical Malpractice Claim in New York
We expect that doctors will always help make us better. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Sometimes doctors commit medical malpractice, a serious issue that can have devastating consequences for patients and their families. When healthcare professionals fail to provide an acceptable standard of care, resulting in harm or injury to...
What Evidence Is Important in Medical Malpractice Cases?
When you visit a medical practitioner for help, you expect to be taken care of and that your medical team will consider your best interests when treating you. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen. Sometimes, significant injuries can occur because of doctors' or other healthcare providers’ actions or lack thereof. What do you...
Non-Economic Damages in Medical Malpractice Suits
Medical malpractice cases in New York are often emotionally and physically taxing for victims seeking justice. Beyond the financial losses associated with medical bills and lost wages, individuals may also endure intangible hardships that significantly impact their lives. Non-economic losses go beyond monetary quantification.
What Are Non-Economic Damages?