Filing a Syracuse medical malpractice lawsuit is a complex endeavor that requires strict compliance to a great many procedural rules. While there may be limited instances in which compliance with a particular requirement may be excused under the circumstances of a given case, this is by far the exception rather…
Articles Posted in Medical Malpractice
New York Appellate Division Grants Summary Judgment to Hospital in Case Alleging Bedsore Was Caused by Medical Negligence
Medical malpractice is rampant in New York and elsewhere in the country. However, unless an injured person (or the estate of a deceased patient) files a timely complaint for medical negligence and is able to offer proof from a competent medical expert witness regarding the standard of care and the…
Summary Judgment in Failure-to-Diagnose Stroke Case Reversed by New York Appellate Court
With the vast knowledge of the internet readily at our fingertips, it can be tempting these days to attempt to self-diagnose an illness or medical condition based on the particular symptoms that we have. However, we quickly learn that our symptoms may result from a wide array of medical conditions…
New York Appellate Division Affirms Summary Judgment to Doctor in Otolaryngology Malpractice Lawsuit
New York medical malpractice lawsuits can involve many different types of injury to the body – even wrongful death. One recent case involved a claim brought by a woman who believed that she had suffered loss to her hearing and other injuries due to her doctor’s allegedly negligent treatment of…
New York Court Reverses Spoliation Sanctions Against Medical Center Following Alleged Malfunction of Opioid Medication Pump
It is not unusual for a New York medical malpractice lawsuit to evolve into multi-faceted litigation involving several defendants and multiple theories of liability. For instance, a medical negligence lawsuit against a doctor or hospital could, under certain circumstances, grow to include a possible product liability lawsuit against the maker…
Errors in Medical Records Can Lead to Malpractice Claim
Accurate and complete medical records are critical to providing safe and proper medical care to patients. If you suspect that your medical injury was the result of an error or omission in your medical record, you need to contact a skilled Syracuse medical malpractice attorney as quickly as possible. At…
Syracuse Medical Spa Malpractice
Medical spas are more popular than ever both in New York and across the country. If you have been injured at a medical spa, you may be eligible to recover compensation for the harm you suffered. At DeFrancisco & Falgiatano Personal Injury Lawyers, our hard-working Syracuse medical malpractice attorneys have knowledge in…
Malpractice Related to Peptic Ulcers in Syracuse
Peptic ulcers can be painful and cause serious discomfort for a patient. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury related to the diagnosis or treatment of a peptic ulcer, you may be able to recover damages through a medical malpractice claim. At our firm, we believe that…
Family of Patient who Committed Suicide Wins Medical Malpractice Claim
A medical professional should never take mental illness lightly as it can lead to serious consequences such as suicide. A physician who fails to follow proper protocol to prevent a suicide may be liable for medical malpractice under New York law. If your loved one committed suicide and you believe…
Migraines/Headaches and Medical Malpractice in Syracuse
Anyone who suffers from migraines knows just how debilitating they can be. These headaches can sometimes hinder a person’s ability to carry out even the most basic day-to-day tasks. If you or a family member has suffered an injury because of a medical professional’s failure to treat a migraine properly,…