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Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Over 40 years of experience holding doctors and hospitals accountable for medical negligence. $100 million+ recovered for injured patients.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Understanding when medical errors become legal malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional's negligence causes harm to a patient. Not every bad outcome is malpractice - the law requires proving four elements:
Doctor-Patient Relationship
A professional relationship existed where the doctor owed you a duty of care
Breach of Standard of Care
The doctor's treatment fell below what a reasonably competent physician would have done
Causation
The doctor's negligence directly caused your injury, not just a bad outcome
Damages
You suffered quantifiable harm including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering
Common Types of Medical Malpractice
We handle all forms of medical negligence and hospital errors
Birth Injuries
Failure to address delivery complications, negligence during fetal distress, forceps injuries
Surgical Errors
Wrong-site surgery, retained foreign objects, anesthesia mistakes, post-operative complications
Cancer Misdiagnosis
Delayed diagnosis allowing cancer spread, failure to order tests, misreading test results
Anesthesia Errors
Incorrect dosage, failure to monitor vitals, resulting in brain damage or death
Medication Errors
Wrong medication prescribed, incorrect dosage, failure to check drug interactions
Hospital Negligence
Understaffing, infections, failure to properly monitor patients, equipment failures
Why Choose Licatesi Law Group for Medical Malpractice
Over 40 years of experience holding hospitals and doctors accountable
$100 Million+ Recovered
Decades of successful verdicts and settlements for medical malpractice victims across New York and New Jersey.
Expert Medical Witnesses
We work with top medical experts in every specialty to prove your case and hold negligent providers accountable.
No Fees Unless We Win
Contingency fee basis - we advance all costs and only get paid if we recover money for you.
Trial-Ready Representation
While most cases settle, we prepare every case for trial and aren't afraid to go to court when necessary.
How We Handle Your Medical Malpractice Case
Medical malpractice cases are complex and require specialized legal expertise. Our proven 7-step process ensures thorough investigation, expert support, and maximum compensation.
1. Free Case Evaluation & Medical Record Review
Call us at (516) 227-2662 for a free, confidential consultation. We'll discuss what happened, review the timeline of your treatment, and assess potential negligence.
We'll help you obtain your complete medical records from all providers (hospital, doctors, labs, imaging) and conduct a preliminary review to determine if you have a viable case before moving forward.
2. Expert Medical Review & Certificate of Merit
We submit your medical records to board-certified physicians in the same specialty as the defendant doctor. These independent experts review the care you received and provide written opinions on whether the standard of care was breached.
New York law requires a Certificate of Merit—a sworn affidavit from a qualified medical expert stating that malpractice occurred and caused your injuries. We secure this expert support before filing your lawsuit.
3. Filing Your Lawsuit & Meeting All Deadlines
We file your medical malpractice lawsuit in the appropriate New York court before the 2.5-year statute of limitations expires. We prepare comprehensive legal pleadings identifying all defendants (doctors, nurses, hospitals, medical centers) and all acts of negligence.
We attach the required Certificate of Merit and ensure all procedural requirements are met to prevent dismissal on technical grounds.
4. Discovery: Building Ironclad Evidence
During the 12-18 month discovery phase, we gather extensive evidence including:
• Complete medical records from all providers
• Hospital policies, protocols, and staffing records
• Depositions of defendant doctors, nurses, and hospital administrators
• Your deposition about your treatment experience
• Expert witness depositions explaining standard of care violations
• Medical literature supporting our expert opinions
We also arrange independent medical examinations (IMEs) where our experts evaluate your current condition and prognosis for future care needs.
5. Damages Calculation & Settlement Negotiation
We work with economists, life care planners, and vocational experts to calculate the full value of your claim:
• All past and future medical expenses ($50,000 - $10 million+)
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
• Permanent disability and loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of consortium for spouse/family
Armed with expert reports and comprehensive damages documentation, we enter mediation and settlement conferences. With over $100 million recovered for clients, we know medical malpractice case values and won't accept inadequate offers.
6. Trial Preparation & Courtroom Advocacy
If settlement negotiations fail to produce fair compensation, we prepare for trial with:
• Medical illustrations and animations explaining complex procedures
• Expert witness preparation and trial testimony
• Compelling opening statements and closing arguments
• Cross-examination of defense experts exposing weaknesses
• Jury selection focusing on jurors who understand medical complexity
Insurance companies pay attention when they know you have trial-ready attorneys. Our willingness to go to verdict strengthens settlement negotiations.
7. Recovery & Compensation
Whether through settlement or jury verdict, we secure maximum compensation for your injuries. We handle all post-verdict motions, resolve Medicare/Medicaid liens, and ensure you receive your settlement funds promptly.
For catastrophic injuries requiring lifetime care, we structure settlements to protect your long-term financial security and ensure funds are available for ongoing treatment needs.
Our Locations
Brooklyn NY Office
Address
3857 Kings Highway, #1f
Brooklyn, New York 11234
Contact Information
Licatesi Law Group, LLP is located in Uniondale, NY and serves clients throughout Long Island, including Mineola, Carle Place, New Hyde Park, Franklin Square, West Hempstead, Woodbury, Uniondale, Floral Park, Westbury, Glen Oaks, Elmont, Malverne, Rockville Centre, Roosevelt, East Meadow, Bellerose, Valley Stream, Roslyn, Lynbrook, Baldwin, Little Neck, Queens Village, Nassau County, Queens County, The Bronx, Brooklyn, NYC, Westchester and Suffolk County.
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