Many New Yorkers may be aware that when a patient sues their medical provider for malpractice, their attorney will take a substantial cut of any settlement or judgment the patient receives. This arrangement, called a contingency fee, has been around for a long time....
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How can I reduce the risk of a medical malpractice lawsuit?
Unfortunately, the risk of a malpractice lawsuit at some point in a medical career is high. To make matters even more frustrating, the rate of mega malpractice lawsuits is on the rise. Earlier this year, a New York jury ordered a hospital system to pay more than $100...
What are the reasons doctors have suits filed against them?
Doctors in New York can have a medical malpractice lawsuit filed against them for many reasons. Any medical procedure has some degree of risk. After a bad outcome, patients and their families could easily be looking for someone to blame for what really was an...
How big of a factor will expert witnesses be in your case?
Most of our readers in New York probably know that the heart of any court case – criminal or civil, prosecution, plaintiff or defense – is witness testimony. However, it’s not always eyewitnesses to events who take the stand. Witnesses can testify about a wide range...
Best practices to avoid nursing home neglect claims
Nursing home neglect is a pressing concern impacting numerous elderly residents and their New York families, as well as their care providers. The repercussions of neglect extend beyond physical harm, encompassing emotional and psychological distress, heightened...
Assessing alleged medical errors from the doctor’s perspective
Throughout New York, when a person suffers an illness, condition or injury in a hospital or healthcare setting and there is no clear explanation for it, the natural reaction is to think the medical professionals made some sort of error. This leads to accusations and...
Fighting allegations that a nursing home ignored bedsores
There is a natural belief that when New York nursing home residents experience unexpected health issues that the facility itself was negligent. In some instances, that is true. In others, however, it is not. For example, some medical conditions stem from...
Addressing a delayed diagnosis claim
Healthcare providers do their best to treat their patients accurately and timely. However, patients may make a claim of medical malpractice for a delayed diagnosis. The patient must demonstrate several elements for a successful claim. Medical malpractice First, the...
Protecting yourself against medical malpractice claims
Undergoing a medical procedure can be an overwhelming situation for patients, which is why medical professionals and facilities take the time to detail the procedure and explain the known risks and potential issues that could arise. Nonetheless, when issues do occur,...
How can nursing homes structure to minimize investor liability?
Nursing homes in New York face a high risk of lawsuits from residents and their families who allege abuse or neglect. These lawsuits can result in costly settlements, verdicts and regulatory sanctions. Nursing home investors, who may not be directly involved in the...