In order to determine whether you have a case in New York, we need to learn the facts of what happened. Ted will only take highly meritorious cases. In many instances, and particularly in medical malpractice cases, a complete and full review of the records is required in order to make this determination. A physician needs to  be retained to review all medical records and has a host of other experts with whom we consult to help us reach a decision.

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Medical malpractice is a departure from accepted medical practice by a physician, surgeon, nurse or hospital, which is a substantial cause of injury to the patient.

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Negligence is the failure to use reasonable care, or a failure to use the same degree of care that a reasonably prudent person would use under the same circumstances. Evidence of negligence is the basis for liability in most personal injury and wrongful death cases.

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No. A consent form can be an indication that you were informed of certain risks associated with the treatment, but it does not give the doctor or hospital a license to commit malpractice or to otherwise act in a negligent manner.

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Expert witnesses are required in virtually all personal injury and medical malpractice cases, but not necessarily in all negligence cases.

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While there is a notorious “white wall of silence” in the medical profession, there are physicians who are willing to speak out and testify in court against care that departs from the standards of good and accepted practice.