Philadelphia – New York Medical Malpractice Lawyers
When you seek medical care, you place your trust in doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide competent treatment. Unfortunately, a medical error or an act of negligence can lead to devastating consequences, including serious injury, disability, or even death. If you or a loved one has been harmed by a medical professional’s negligence in Philadelphia or New York, you may be entitled to compensation. The experienced medical malpractice attorneys at The Campos Firm are dedicated to holding negligent healthcare providers accountable and helping you seek the justice and financial recovery you deserve.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s actions or inactions fall below the accepted standard of care, resulting in harm to the patient. The “standard of care” is defined as the level of skill and care that a reasonably competent healthcare provider in the same field would have used under similar circumstances. Proving that this standard was breached is the most challenging aspect of a medical malpractice case.
In Philadelphia and New York, a successful medical malpractice lawsuit requires proving four key elements:
- Doctor-Patient Relationship: There was a professional relationship between you and the healthcare provider, establishing a legal duty of care.
- Breach of Duty: The healthcare provider breached the standard of care by acting negligently.
- Causation: The breach of duty directly caused your injury or illness. Your injury must be a direct result of the provider’s negligence, not a pre-existing condition or a known risk of the treatment.
- Damages: You suffered significant damages as a result of the injury, such as additional medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Our attorneys at The Campos Firm work with a network of respected medical experts who can review your case and provide expert testimony to establish the breach of the standard of care and its causal link to your injuries. We have a thorough understanding of the complex medical and legal issues involved in these cases and are committed to building a strong and compelling case on your behalf.
Types of Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice can take many forms. Our legal team handles a wide range of cases, including:
- Surgical Errors: Wrong-site surgery, leaving surgical instruments inside a patient, or causing damage to nerves and organs during a procedure.
- Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: A doctor’s failure to correctly diagnose a condition, or a delay in diagnosis, can lead to a patient’s condition worsening or becoming untreatable. This is particularly common with serious illnesses like cancer, heart disease, or stroke.
- Birth Injuries: Errors during childbirth can lead to life-altering injuries for the newborn, such as cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, or brain damage.
- Anesthesia Errors: Mistakes by an anesthesiologist, such as administering too much or too little anesthesia, can cause serious harm or even death.
- Medication Errors: Prescribing the wrong medication or dosage, or failing to check for harmful drug interactions.
- Failure to Treat: A healthcare provider’s failure to provide proper follow-up care or treatment for a diagnosed condition.
These cases are often very complex, and insurance companies for hospitals and doctors have vast resources to fight them. It is crucial to have an experienced legal team on your side that understands the specific medical details of your case.
Why Medical Malpractice Cases Are So Challenging
Medical malpractice claims are among the most difficult to win. There are several reasons for this:
- The Burden of Proof is High: You must prove that the healthcare provider was negligent and that their negligence directly caused your injury. This requires expert medical testimony, which can be difficult to obtain and costly.
- The “Standard of Care” Argument: The defense will often argue that the provider’s actions were within the accepted standard of care and that your injury was an unfortunate, but unavoidable, outcome.
- Statute of Limitations: Pennsylvania and New York have strict time limits, known as statutes of limitations, for filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, you will likely lose your right to pursue a claim, no matter how strong your case is.
- The Power of the Defense: Hospitals and doctors are represented by high-powered insurance companies and legal teams who will vigorously defend against your claim.
Our attorneys at The Campos Firm are not intimidated by these challenges. We have a proven track record of success in handling complex medical malpractice cases and are prepared to take on major healthcare institutions to secure the compensation you deserve.
How Our Medical Malpractice Lawyers Can Help
When you choose The Campos Firm, we will handle all aspects of your case, allowing you to focus on your recovery. Our services include:
- Comprehensive Case Evaluation: We will review your medical records and listen to your story to determine if you have a valid medical malpractice claim.
- Thorough Investigation: We will gather all necessary evidence, including medical records, expert opinions, and documentation of your financial losses.
- Expert Witness Collaboration: We will work with top medical experts to build a compelling case that proves negligence and causation.
- Skilled Negotiation: We will handle all communications with the healthcare provider’s legal team and insurance company, negotiating for a fair and just settlement.
- Aggressive Litigation: If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we will not hesitate to take your case to trial and fight for you in court.
Contact The Campos Firm Today
If you suspect you have been a victim of medical malpractice in Philadelphia or New York, time is of the essence. Do not delay in seeking legal help. Contact The Campos Firm for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will review the facts of your case and provide you with an honest assessment of your legal options. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no legal fees unless we win your case.