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 City patients are typically made aware of the risks of undergoing a serious medical procedure, such as a surgery, before they go under the knife. But the truth of the matter is that medical malpractice mistakes can and do happen in New York City, and New York City patients become medical malpractice victims far too often. But how does a New York City medical malpractice victim truly know that they have a viable medical malpractice case, and what can New York City medical malpractice victims do if they are interested in seeking justice against the medical professionals that harmed them? To help New York City medical malpractice victims and survivors better understand New York medical malpractice laws, and how to get justice for their medical malpractice injuries, we answer those questions here.

The “Standard of Care” and New York City Medical Malpractice Cases

It is true that not all medical issues that arise from medical treatment are truly the fault of the treating doctor or treating medical team. However, medical malpractice mistakes do happen, and New York City patients should be aware of when a treating doctor, medical team, or hospital may be liable for damages associated with causing their injuries. Under New York medical malpractice laws, doctors who fail to meet the requisite standard of care established under the law in treating their patients, and who cause their patients injuries, may be held liable for money damages for their patients’ injuries and losses. In order to determine whether you may have a claim for compensation due to a doctor’s medical malpractice in New York City, it is best to speak with an experienced New York City medical malpractice lawyer as soon as possible about your rights and options in your specific case.

How to Initiate a New York City Medical Malpractice Case

In order to initiate a New York City medical malpractice case, a New York City medical malpractice victim must file a lawsuit in court under New York medical malpractice laws. Accordingly, consulting with an experienced New York City medical malpractice lawyer is a good idea before initiating a medical malpractice lawsuit in New York City.

The experienced New York City medical malpractice lawyers at the law firm of Michael Gunzburg, P.C. help victims of medical malpractice in New York City get justice for their injuries and losses. Do not hesitate to speak with an experienced New York City medical malpractice lawyer about your case today. Contact the law firm of Michael Gunzburg, P.C. and speak to a New York City lawyer about your rights and options to compensation now.

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About Michael Gunzburg

Michael Gunzburg is a New York City personal injury and medical malpractice attorney with over 37 years of trial experience. He has represented thousands of injured clients throughout New York City's five boroughs, securing numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, including a $20 million structured settlement for a birth injury case and a $10.1 million settlement for a construction accident victim.

Michael holds a Juris Doctorate from Brooklyn Law School and is also a Certified Public Accountant, giving him unique insight into complex financial aspects of injury cases. He is admitted to practice in New York State Courts and the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.

A member of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association of Justice, Michael has argued cases before the New York Court of Appeals and has been a member of the Brooklyn Bar Association's legal referral panel since 1989. He handles cases involving car accidents, construction injuries, medical malpractice, and wrongful death throughout NYC.

The information in this post is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For specific guidance about your situation, contact Michael Gunzburg, P.C. at 212-725-8500.