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New York City Surgical Errors Lawyers Holding Negligent Healthcare Professionals Accountable

There are many risks and potential errors associated with any surgical procedure. In New York, the number of surgical error claims is on the rise and could quickly reach epidemic proportions. Doctors, hospitals, and medical staff are required to operate within a certain standard of care. This is for the safety of all patients.

As medical malpractice lawyers in New York, we can tell you that when standard operating procedures are deviated from, it can cause accidents with catastrophic results. There are any number of factors that can contribute to negligence in the operating room, but the consequences do not change.

They are typically paid by the trusting patient on the operating table, which is simply unacceptable.

Whatever the common risks associated with surgery, patients have the right to the safest procedure possible, performed in the appropriate area, by qualified medical staff with a lack of inherent mistakes.

If a doctor or medical staff committed surgical errors that caused you or a loved one serious injury and further suffering, you may be due financial compensation. Call The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, PLLC, today.

What if I was told there would be risks associated with my surgery?

There are common risks associated with any surgery, such as a reaction to anesthesia, infections, or trouble healing. Just because a patient assumes those risks and decides to proceed with surgery, that does not mean that they give up their right to the appropriate standard of care.

There is a big difference between common risks associated with a surgical procedure and unnecessary surgical errors committed by doctors or hospital staff that cause serious injury and undue hardship. Surgical errors are a doctor’s fault, and he/she can be held legally responsible for their negligence in the operating room.

What types of surgical errors qualify as surgical malpractice or medical malpractice?

First, it is important to know that surgical malpractice is a form of medical malpractice. Any number of surgical errors can qualify as medical malpractice, but some of them are more common than others.

It would be statistically impossible to list every surgical error here on this page, but we can tell you which ones are most common:

  • Wrong-site surgery
  • Erroneous incisions
  • Incorrect procedures
  • Foreign objects left in the body
  • Patient falls from operating table
  • Damage to other body parts during procedure
  • Improper administration of anesthesia

Any of these surgical errors can have tragic results that cause the need for further surgery, unnecessary pain and suffering, physical and emotional trauma, and an entire host of post-operative events in a patient’s rehabilitation. If you or a loved one have been the victim of a surgical error, call The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, PLLC, immediately.

What if I was misdiagnosed and had unnecessary surgery?

This is a horrifying event that happens all too often and it can be a form of medical malpractice. Patients that undergo unnecessary surgery due to a misdiagnosis often endure emotional trauma, physical pain and scarring, and a lot of mental agony.

Whether or not this action is cause for a medical malpractice claim will depend a lot on the doctor’s course of action. Many times doctors in this position have acted negligently, and it can be proven which gives rise to a surgical error claim.

What if my loved one died because of a surgical error?

This is a tragic event that should never happen. When surgeons act negligently, they put a patient’s life at risk. Ultimately, the patient on the operating table pays the price for a surgeon’s negligence. If you have lost a loved one due to unnecessary surgical errors, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim. The attorneys at The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, PLLC, have seen the tragedy that surgical errors can cause, and they are here to help you seek justice for your loved one.

Will I have to testify against my doctor?

There is really no way to tell how the events of any particular case will unfold. The skilled New York medical malpractice lawyers at The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, PLLC, are tough negotiators who take a comprehensive approach to every case.

Many times a fair and reasonable settlement can be reached during the pretrial stage negating the need for litigation altogether.

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Surgical errors can leave a path of tragedy and turmoil for the unsuspecting victims who must endure the consequences. Many times recovery demands costly medical procedures and extensive rehabilitation. Other times the results are more grievous, and a loved one is lost.

If you have endured the painful results of a surgical error, call the attorneys at The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, PLLC, today. You may be due financial compensation for your medical care, your mental anguish, and more. Our New York medical malpractice lawyers have extensive experience in the field of surgical error claims, and they know how to get you the financial compensation that you deserve.

You can call the toll free number at (877) 675-4529 to set up your initial consultation, or you can fill out our consultation request form and we will get in touch with you soon. Surgical errors are no accident and The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, PLLC, will help you hold the negligent party responsible for their actions. Our attorneys offer the personal attention and professional representation it takes to maximize your claim and get you the justice you deserve.

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