Everyone knows that surgical procedures have inherent risks, but many patients don't realize that one of the major risks they face during surgery is medical negligence. Each year, 98,000 patients die as a direct result of some form of medical malpractice, according to an Institute of Medicine study.

At our law firm, we represent people who have been injured because of surgical errors, unnecessary surgical procedures and other forms of surgical malpractice. If you were injured during surgery or one of your family members died during surgery, our experienced attorneys and staff members may be able to conduct an investigation to determine whether you or your loved one was the victim of surgical negligence.

Because there are so many different types of surgeries, there are a multitude of different circumstances that could lead to a negligent surgical performance. Some examples of surgical errors include an organ puncture, a bowel perforation or a failed cataract surgery. Surgical malpractice may also occur when surgery is delayed or prolonged due to some type of negligence on the part of hospital staff. In rare cases, a patient could be severely injured by wrong site or wrong side surgery.

Surgical malpractice claims often require extensive investigations going back several years into a patient's medical history. At the same time, patient claims are subject to statutes of limitations that mean these investigations must be completed sooner rather than later. With extensive experience handling personal injury and medical malpractice claims, our attorneys are prepared to help you pursue the compensation you deserve for your injuries. You are invited to visit our page on surgical malpractice to learn more.

Source: RMFW Law, "Surgical Malpractice Lawyers Serving New York City and Beyond", December 03, 2014

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