Medical Malpractice Attorney in NYC

Attorney Michael Gunzburg

Our Medical Malpractice Services

Medical errors happen more often than most people realize. When they do, victims deserve answers, and compensation. We handle every type of medical malpractice claim in New York City.

Failure to Diagnose Cancer

Delayed diagnosis or falilure to diagnose cancer can be deadly. Whether it's breast cancer, vulvar cancer, lung cancer, or any other form, catching it early saves lives. When doctors miss obvious warning signs, dismiss symptoms, or fail to order the right tests, patients lose their best chance at survival. We've recovered millions for clients whose cancers went undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, including a $1.9 million settlement for a woman whose breast cancer was missed during pregnancy and a $1.75 million settlement for a woman whose gynecologist ignored a vulvar lesion for over four years. If your doctor failed to diagnose your cancer in time, contact us immediately.

Botched Surgeries and Surgical Errors

Surgery always carries risk, but some outcomes are the result of negligence, not chance. Surgical errors include operating on the wrong body part, leaving instruments inside patients, damaging nerves or organs, or failing to follow proper procedures. We've represented victims of catastrophic surgical mistakes, including a $3.3 million settlement for a family whose loved one died during a routine liposuction procedure due to gross anesthesia and surgical errors. When a surgeon's carelessness leaves you worse off than before, we hold them accountable. Learn more about surgical malpractice cases.

Birth Injuries and Cerebral Palsy

Nothing is more heartbreaking than a preventable birth injury. When doctors botch deliveries, fail to monitor fetal distress, or misuse forceps and vacuum extractors, babies can suffer brain damage, cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy, and other lifelong conditions. We secured a $20 million structured settlement for a family whose child was born with cerebral palsy due to delivery negligence. These cases require immediate action and sophisticated medical analysis. If your child was injured during labor or delivery, we can help.

Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis

A wrong diagnosis, or no diagnosis at all, can allow treatable conditions to become life-threatening. Heart attacks misread as indigestion. Strokes dismissed as migraines. Infections ignored until they turn septic. We've won compensation for clients whose conditions worsened because doctors failed to recognize what was happening. Time matters in these cases. The longer a condition goes undiagnosed usually results in a worse outcome for the patient.

Contact us to review your situation.

Anesthesia Errors

Anesthesia mistakes can cause brain damage, stroke, heart attack, or death. Anesthesiologists must carefully calculate dosages, monitor vital signs, and respond immediately to complications. When they fail, whether through improper intubation, medication errors, or neglecting the "difficult airway algorithm", patients pay the price. Our $3.3 million case involving a liposuction death exposed how an anesthesiologist's failure to follow basic protocols killed a healthy 39-year-old man. If you or a loved one suffered harm during surgery due to anesthesia negligence, call us now.

Hospital Negligence

Sometimes the negligence isn't one doctor, it's an entire system. Hospitals can be held liable for understaffing, unsanitary conditions, medication mix-ups, failure to properly supervise residents, and failure to respond to patient deterioration. We've taken on major NYC hospitals and won. We recently settled a case for $5.6 million against a major NYC area hospital that encouraged their gyn surgeons to use a dangerous medical device as it generated millions for the hospital even though it exposed their female patients to potentially fatal results. When institutions prioritize profits over patient safety, we fight back. Explore your legal options.

Why Choose Michael Gunzburg, P.C.

Medical malpractice cases aren't like car accidents. Doctors protect doctors. Insurance companies hire the best defense lawyers money can buy. Hospitals alter records. That's why you need an attorney who knows how to fight, and win.

39+ Years of Proven Results: We've been holding negligent healthcare providers accountable since 1987. Our track record includes a $20 million structured settlement, $5.6 million confidential settlement, $3.3 million wrongful death verdict, and dozens of other seven-figure recoveries. We've taken cases to verdict, argued appeals at the highest levels, and never backed down from powerful opponents. Experience matters in medical malpractice, we have it.

Deep Investigation with Top Medical Experts: Winning a malpractice case requires proving the doctor deviated from the standard of care and caused your injury. That means hiring the right experts, gynecologists, oncologists, anesthesiologists, reconstructive surgeons, who can testify credibly in court. We don't cut corners. We consult with multiple experts, review every medical record under a microscope, and examine every diagnostic test and imaging study. In our $1.75 million vulvar cancer case, this exhaustive approach revealed four and a half years of ignored warning signs that should have triggered a simple biopsy. In a failure to diagnose breast cancer case, our exhaustive approach showed that the gyn surgeon’s negligent review of his sonogram images missed the patient’s cancerous lesion and resulted in a multimillion settlement for our client.

Trial-Ready from Day One: Most malpractice lawyers settle fast because they're afraid of trial. We prepare every case for trial from the start. That aggressive preparation strengthens our negotiating position and shows insurance companies we're serious. Defendants know we'll go the distance, and that's why they pay. We've won jury verdicts, settled cases mid-trial, and forced last-minute settlements on courthouse steps. Our $2.3 million jury verdict for failure to diagnose breast cancer sent a clear message: we don't settle cheap.

We Uncover What Others Miss: In one of our wrongful death cases, the hospital claimed they had no notice of dangerous conditions. Through relentless investigation, we uncovered documents proving they knew about the problem for years and agreed in writing to fix it, but never did. In our $3.3 million liposuction death case, we exposed altered medical records that doctors changed to cover up their negligence. This level of digging requires time, resources, and commitment. We have all three.

Compassionate Support When You Need It Most: Medical malpractice victims often face ongoing health problems, mounting bills, and emotional trauma. You need a lawyer who understands what you're going through, not just someone chasing a fee. We return calls within 24 hours, keep you informed every step of the way, and treat you like family. Clients tell us they "miss hearing from us" after cases end. That's the relationship we build. Your recovery is our priority; your case is our responsibility.

How Our Medical Malpractice Process Works

Step 1: Free Consultation

Call 212-725-8500 or fill out our contact form. We'll listen to your story, review any records you have, and give you an honest assessment. No cost, no obligation.

Step 2: Investigation and Expert Review

If we take your case, we immediately begin gathering medical records, diagnostic images, and hospital notes. We consult with top medical experts who review everything and determine whether the standard of care was violated.

Step 3: Filing Your Claim

New York's medical malpractice statute of limitations is strict, just 2.5 years from the date of malpractice. We file your lawsuit on time and begin formal discovery, deposing doctors, nurses, and other witnesses under oath.

Step 4: Building Your Case

We prepare every case for trial. That means lining up expert witnesses, creating demonstrative exhibits, and preparing you for testimony. Even if we settle, this preparation puts maximum pressure on the defense.

Step 5: Settlement or Trial

Many cases settle once defendants realize we're serious. But if they won't offer fair compensation, we take your case to a jury. We’ve won millions in verdicts, and we’re ready, and willing to do it again, and again.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in New York?

You have 2.5 years (30 months) from the date of malpractice, not from when you discovered the harm. There are limited exceptions, such as cases involving foreign objects left in the body or cases against New York City hospitals. Don't wait. Call us today at 212-725-8500 to protect your rights.

How much does it cost to hire a medical malpractice lawyer?

Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, which means we only get paid if you win. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. Your consultation is completely free.

What if I'm not sure whether my doctor was negligent?

That's what we're here to figure out. Medical malpractice cases are complex, and not every bad outcome is malpractice. During your free consultation, we'll evaluate your situation and consult with medical experts if needed. If you don’t have a case, we will give you our honest assessment.

Can I sue if my doctor was "doing their best"?

Yes. Malpractice isn't about effort, it's about meeting the standard of care. Even well-meaning doctors can be negligent if they fail to follow accepted medical practices. If a competent doctor in the same specialty would have done things differently, you may have a case.

What kind of compensation can I receive?

Medical malpractice victims can recover compensation for past and future medical bills, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. In wrongful death cases, families can recover funeral expenses and loss of companionship. We fight for maximum compensation in every case.

Areas We Serve

Michael Gunzburg, P.C. represents medical malpractice victims throughout New York City and the surrounding region. We handle cases in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, and surrounding areas. Medical negligence happens everywhere, in prestigious Manhattan hospitals, busy Brooklyn clinics, and understaffed emergency rooms across all five boroughs. No matter where your injury occurred, if you're in the NYC area, we can help. Our office is centrally located and accessible by subway and car. We also offer home and hospital visits when clients cannot travel. Call 212-725-8500 to speak with an experienced NYC medical malpractice attorney today.

Ready to hold negligent doctors accountable?

Call 212-725-8500 now for your free consultation, or contact us online. We're here 24/7 to fight for the justice you deserve.