When a medical provider deviates from accepted standards of care and causes you harm, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Medical malpractice claims often involve misdiagnosis, surgical errors, or medication mistakes. The Edwards Firm LLP can help evaluate your case.
New York
Medical Malpractice
What Constitutes Medical Malpractice
Medical errors often lead to significant patient harm. Individuals who are injured or become ill due to the negligent actions of a medical provider often sustain substantial financial losses and experience extended or permanent disability, chronic pain, or even death.
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider owes a duty of care, breaches that duty by failing to meet the accepted medical standard, that breach causes the injury, and there are damages as a result. Bringing a claim may be appropriate if your doctor deviated from accepted medical standards and practices, and this deviation caused your injuries.
Your attorney will consult medical experts on your behalf to confirm that there has been a deviation from proper and accepted medical practice. At The Edwards Firm, we pay the upfront costs of retaining the necessary experts, so you never have to come out of pocket to pursue your claim.
We know your legal rights and are dedicated to helping you recover the maximum compensation possible, whether through a negotiated settlement or at trial.
Elements of a Malpractice Claim
To succeed in a medical malpractice claim, you’ll generally need to prove:
- Duty of Care: Medical providers are required to treat patients in line with accepted standards of care.
- Breach of Standard: The provider deviated from accepted medical practice, whether through action or inaction.
- Causation & Harm: That deviation directly caused your injury, illness, or worsened condition.
Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle
The Edwards Firm represents patients and families harmed by medical negligence throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Our attorneys consult with medical experts to confirm a deviation from accepted care, identify every responsible party, from an individual provider to a hospital system, and pursue the maximum compensation available under the law. From the moment we take your case, we develop a strategy for maximizing your recovery as quickly as possible, whether that means a negotiated settlement or a trial verdict. With over 30 years of experience, we know how to build the strong, expert-backed case these claims require.
We handle cases involving:
- Misdiagnosis
- Failure to diagnose
- Hospital negligence
- Medication errors
- Surgical errors & complications
- Anesthesia malpractice
Medical malpractice cases are highly technical and require expert testimony to establish that a provider deviated from accepted standards and caused your harm. The Edwards Firm retains and pays the upfront costs of the medical experts needed to build your case, recouping those costs only out of your settlement, so pursuing your claim never costs you out of pocket. We consult with you on every critical decision, keeping your best interests at the forefront, then negotiate aggressively, and litigate when necessary, to recover the full compensation you deserve for your medical expenses, lost earnings, and pain and suffering.
Why Choose The Edwards Firm
We focus on your recovery, not our egos. From your first call, you’ll work directly with attorneys who listen, explain your options clearly, and fight for the outcome you deserve.
- Over 30 years of experience
- Proven record of case results
- We pay upfront expert costs
- Trial-ready when insurers won’t pay
- Serving NY, NJ & PA
- Free case evaluations
Hospitals and malpractice insurers have teams of lawyers working to protect their bottom line. You deserve the same level of advocacy on your side. The Edwards Firm levels the playing field, handling every detail of your case, from expert review through negotiation or trial, so you can focus on your recovery while we fight for the compensation you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a 'known risk' affect my malpractice claim?
A known risk is a recognized potential complication that can occur even when proper care is provided. If your provider disclosed the risk and acted within accepted medical standards, that complication alone usually isn’t malpractice. But if you weren’t informed of the risk, or the complication resulted from negligence, liability may still exist.
Do I need medical experts for a malpractice case?
Yes. Experts testify that a provider deviated from accepted medical standards and that the deviation caused your harm. At The Edwards Firm, we pay the upfront costs of retaining the necessary experts and recoup those costs out of your settlement, so you never have to come out of pocket to pursue your case.
How is malpractice different from a regular injury claim?
Medical malpractice cases are more complex than typical injury claims. They generally require expert testimony to establish the accepted standard of care, how the provider deviated from it, and how that deviation caused your injury, along with compliance with additional procedural requirements before filing.
What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in New York?
The deadline varies depending on when the malpractice occurred, when it was discovered, and other case-specific factors, and it’s typically shorter than for other types of injury claims. Because these deadlines are strict and can permanently bar a claim, it’s important to consult The Edwards Firm as soon as possible.
What compensation can I recover in a medical malpractice case?
Depending on your case, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, ongoing care, lost earnings, and pain and suffering, and in some circumstances, punitive damages. The Edwards Firm can help you understand what your case may be worth.
Contact The Edwards Firm for Medical Malpractice Help
If you or a loved one was harmed by a medical provider’s negligence, don’t wait to protect your rights. Our attorneys are ready to review your case, consult with medical experts, and fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact The Edwards Firm today for a free evaluation.
