Medical Error and Malpractice Attorneys in Albany
When a patient is injured by the negligent acts of a doctor, nurse or other medical professional, that patient may be able to file a medical malpractice claim. If the medical professional is found to be legally responsible for the patient's injuries, he or she may be held liable for those injuries and could have to pay for the medical bills, lost wages and other expenses that were caused by the malpractice.
Medical malpractice is not the same as a bad result. However, if that bad result occurred because of negligence or a deviation from acceptable medical standards, it may be malpractice.
At the law firm of Friedman, Hirschen and Miller, our lawyers will discuss your situation and help you understand the options that are available to you. We will be honest and upfront with you about your claim and whether we will be able to prove that your injuries are the result of malpractice. Medical malpractice cases are difficult and complex cases but if you have suffered serious injuries or complications as the result of malpractice, you deserve to have your needs met through legal representation.
Contact our Albany, New York office to speak with one of our attorneys about your situation at no cost.
Types of Medical Malpractice
Every type of medical professional can engage in malpractice, including doctors, nurses, dentists, chiropractors, psychiatrists, hospitals and other healthcare providers. At Friedman, Hirschen and Miller, we handle a variety of medical malpractice claims, including:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
- Surgical errors
- Radiology and X-ray errors and misinterpretation
- Birth injuries
- Medication errors
- Improperly prescribed or filled dosages of medication
- Anesthesia errors
In New York, when a person files a medical malpractice complaint, an affidavit of merit must also be filed to attest that there is merit to the claim and that the claim has been reviewed by a physician. Our firm will investigate your claim and will have your claim reviewed by a qualified physician.
Our firm will assist you in understanding the full nature of your claim, your injuries and the best course of action for recovery. If we pursue your claim, we will work hard to make sure that your medical bills and lost wages are compensated, and that any future treatment related to injuries suffered in the malpractice are also covered by any settlement agreement.
Contact Us to Learn More About Medical Malpractice
If you believe that you have suffered an injury due to medical malpractice, you need to speak with an attorney about your injuries as soon as possible. Contact us at Friedman, Hirschen and Miller and schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation. Call us in Albany at 518-631-4136 or toll free at 888-432-8814.
