The attorneys at DeFrancisco & Falgiatano Personal Injury Lawyers are committed to helping individuals and families in Monroe County who have been harmed by medical negligence. Each case involves unique facts, and our firm’s personalized approach ensures that every client receives the focused attention necessary to uncover what went wrong and to hold negligent medical professionals accountable. We maintain a low case volume to ensure that each client receives the time, resources, and individual focus necessary to pursue the best possible outcome. Our Monroe County case results for medical malpractice claims reflect our firm’s diligence, compassion, and commitment to achieving justice for victims of medical negligence throughout upstate New York.
Experienced Medical Malpractice Representation for Monroe County ResidentsFrom offices in Syracuse, New Hartford, Oswego, Watertown, Oneida, and Cortland, the attorneys at DeFrancisco & Falgiatano Personal Injury Lawyers serve individuals and families across upstate New York, including Monroe County. With decades of experience representing victims of medical malpractice, our firm has developed a deep understanding of both the medicine and the law involved in these complex claims. Our Monroe County case results for medical malpractice claims demonstrate our ability to secure favorable verdicts and settlements across a wide range of medical negligence matters, including surgical errors, birth injuries, anesthesia mistakes, delayed diagnoses, and hospital negligence.
We have represented victims in a wide array of medical negligence cases, including surgical errors, birth injuries, misdiagnoses, anesthesia mistakes, and medication errors. Each of these forms of malpractice can lead to catastrophic harm, ranging from permanent disability to loss of life. Our attorneys know the devastating financial and emotional costs that follow such errors, and we devote every effort to obtaining full and fair compensation. We are proud of our record of results, which reflects both our persistence and our skill in navigating complex medical and legal issues.
You can see the verdicts and settlements we obtained in medical malpractice cases throughout the state on our results page. These cases demonstrate how our focused advocacy and use of expert testimony lead to meaningful medical malpractice case results in Monroe County and beyond.
Understanding What It Takes to Prove Medical MalpracticeAchieving successful results in a malpractice case requires an attorney who understands the legal elements of negligence and how to prove them through evidence and expert testimony. Under New York law, a plaintiff must establish four elements to recover damages for medical malpractice: duty, breach, causation, and damages. A healthcare provider owes a duty to act with the same level of skill and care that a reasonably competent provider in the same specialty would exercise under similar circumstances. A breach occurs when the provider fails to meet that standard, whether through a surgical mistake, a failure to diagnose a condition, or an error in treatment. Causation links that breach directly to the patient’s injury, and damages reflect the measurable harm that the patient has suffered.
Proving these elements almost always requires the testimony of qualified medical experts. These experts help the court understand the applicable standard of care, identify how it was violated, and explain how the deviation caused the injury. Expert testimony is often the cornerstone of a malpractice claim, and our firm works with respected physicians across the country who can provide objective, authoritative opinions. In every case, we prepare extensively to ensure that the evidence clearly demonstrates both liability and the full extent of our client’s losses.
Damages in medical malpractice cases may include reimbursement for hospital bills, surgical expenses, rehabilitation, and future medical care, as well as compensation for lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. In cases of catastrophic injury or wrongful death, damages may also account for loss of financial support and the costs associated with permanent disability. By identifying every category of loss, our attorneys pursue recoveries that truly reflect the magnitude of what our clients have endured.
Dedicated Advocacy for Injured Patients in Monroe CountyThe medical malpractice case results in Monroe County demonstrate our firm’s commitment to justice and our ability to navigate the complex intersection of law and medicine. Hospitals and insurers often defend these cases vigorously, but our attorneys are not intimidated by large institutions or corporate legal teams. We meticulously prepare each claim, consult with independent experts, and, when necessary, present the case before a jury to ensure accountability. Throughout this process, our clients receive the personal attention and clear communication that define our practice.
We recognize that medical malpractice affects far more than physical health. It can impact every aspect of a person’s life, from the ability to work to the emotional toll of losing trust in one’s medical provider. Our goal is not only to secure compensation but also to help clients regain stability and confidence in their futures. Over the years, we have built a reputation for achieving significant verdicts and settlements across Monroe County through persistence, preparation, and skillful advocacy.
Contact Our Experienced Monroe County Medical Malpractice Attorneys TodayWhen medical errors happen, victims and their families deserve justice, accountability, and the financial resources necessary to move forward. If you suspect that you or a loved one suffered harm due to a medical provider’s negligence, contact us today. At DeFrancisco & Falgiatano Personal Injury Lawyers, our legal team has built a strong record of favorable Monroe County case results for medical malpractice claims, and if you hire us, we will review your medical records, consult with independent medical professionals, and provide a candid assessment of your potential claim. You can reach our office by calling 833-200-2000 or contacting us online. With offices conveniently located in Syracuse and throughout the region, we proudly serve clients in Monroe County, Syracuse, Rochester, and throughout upstate New York.