Medical Malpractice Overview
Every year, over 225,000 individuals die from medical errors. It is a common misconception that the majority of medical malpractice lawsuits arise because of mistakes that transpire in the operating room. In fact, most medical malpractice cases are the result of misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, and diagnostic error. Unfortunately, such errors can carry enormous consequences, for example, if an eye doctor fails to recognize the symptoms of glaucoma, blindness can set in.

With over 25 years of experience, Levy Phillips & Konigsberg is one of the nation’s most well regarded law firms in the area of medical malpractice litigation. The firm has represented numerous clients who have been the victims of professional misconduct and gross negligence. Our clients have included the families of people who have committed suicide as a result psychiatric malpractice, as well as victims of hospital malpractice whereby, for example, a failure to medicate or diagnose an ailment has led to severe repercussions (such as brain damage).

Diminished Quality of Life
A delayed or misdiagnosed heart attack, or appendicitis, can have immediate and catastrophic consequences. However, a delayed or misdiagnosed disease like cancer may lead to a much poorer prognosis, and limited treatment options, once it is discovered. If such an event occurs, the result may be a diminished quality of life and an increased chance of remission.

Further examples of medical malpractice include: unnecessary surgery, medication errors, contaminated blood transfusions and infections in hospital and clinical settings.

Responsible parties may include doctors, nurses, hospitals, physical therapists, pharmacists, chiropractors, and podiatrists.

Taking Legal Action
If you believe that you or a loved one has suffered an injury as the result of medical malpractice, do not hesitate to get in touch.