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Simple Cataract Surgery can be Grounds for a Medical Malpractice Case

Robert Wolff September 5, 2014

A patient is convinced by his eye doctor to undergo cataract surgery. However during the surgery, the doctor inserts the wrong lens, and because of that the patient loses sight in that eye. The patient was experiencing some blurriness in one eye and it was not a major issue. However, the eye doctor convinced the patient that he needed cataract surgery for this issue.

The Importance of a Treatment Plan for Claiming a Benefit for the Continuous Treatment Rule

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

There is a doctrine in the law known as continuous treatment rule, which extends the time a patient has in filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. This legally means, tolling the statute of limitations. In order to receive the advantage of continuous treatment, the patient has to continue the treatment for the same condition. This illustrates that if the patient is going to the doctor for some other complain or condition, the rule of continuous treatment will not apply.

The Importance of Maintaining ‘Chain of Custody’ for Your Medical Records

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

In criminal law, the term ‘chain of custody’ is a familiar concept and until some years back it was not a major concern for civil litigators. But with the advent of online records, the actual nature of evidence in civil litigation has undergone a sea change. From tangible paper records to electronic data, the average New York lawyer now has to change his attitude towards records used as evidence in court. And that means being hyper aware of the chain of custody (COC) and how this can affect the outcome of the trial.

When is Expert Testimony not Required in a Medical Malpractice Case

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

In a medical malpractice case, the victim usually has to present the testimony of a medical expert in support of the claim. The expert testimony will show the jury that there was wrongdoing by the medical practitioner, and such wrongdoing caused the injury, and the resulting injury is significant or permanent. However, in certain instances, a medical malpractice case will not need the expert testimony of a medical expert. The legal phrase for “expert testimony not required” is “Res Ipsa Loquitor”.

A Medical Malpractice Case for Leaving a Foreign Object Inside the Patient

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

To file a medical malpractice case where a foreign object has been left inside the patient, there are several aspects to be considered. They are:

Basics of a Medical Malpractice Case

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

Another name for medical malpractice is medical negligence or the carelessness of the doctor. In New York, medical malpractice is often seen as deviation from the accepted standards of medical care or violation of basic standards of quality medical care. In a valid medical malpractice case, liability, causation, and damages should be proved. In simple terms, the lawyer must show that there was wrongdoing, this wrongdoing caused injury, and such injury is significant or permanent. However, you still cannot start a medical malpractice lawsuit in New York, since the state requires a medical expert confirming each of these three elements.

Can You File a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit after the Permitted Time is Over

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

In the state of New York, you can bring a case of medical malpractice against a municipal hospital within 90 days of the wrongdoing. However, what happens if these 90 days have passed and the victim wants to file a lawsuit? There are certain provisions in the law that will allow a medical malpractice victim still to file a lawsuit, but the procedure can be quite challenging and there are chances of the court not permitting the lawsuit.

Cause of Death in a Wrongful Death Case

Robert Wolff September 5, 2014

In a wrongful death case, the main thing the jury will want to know is what caused the death of the person. A pathologist is usually called to provide this information. A pathologist is an expert doctor who specializes in understanding the cause of death of a person. The pathologist will perform an autopsy, which is a clinical examination of the individual’s body. When the autopsy is undertaken and done, the main purpose would be to evaluate and find out why the person died.

Eyelid surgery gone wrong; what do you do if your surgeon refuses to accept blame?

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

America is using cosmetic and plastic surgery like never before. For health reasons, and also for purely aesthetic causes, the country is turning to its surgeons in a bid to achieve perfection. One of the most common plastic surgery procedures in America today is an eyelid surgery – known in medical terms as a blepharoplasty.

How much does a Lawyer Charge for a Medical Malpractice Case in New York

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

Once the lawyer has reviewed the medical records of the client and found that there is a valid medical malpractice case with liability, causation, and damages, the lawyer will either accept the case or refer the client to a lawyer who specializes in such cases. However, the lawyer will have to explain to the client how medical malpractice cases work, and what are its costs. Apart from the costs of fighting the case, the lawyer will be charging fees.

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