Who Can Be Held Liable in a Medical Malpractice Case?

Determining liability in a medical malpractice case can be complex, as multiple parties may be responsible for a patient’s injuries. At Greenberg Law P.C., we understand how devastating medical negligence can be and are committed to helping victims seek justice. Whether a doctor, nurse, hospital, or another healthcare provider is at fault, holding the right party accountable is crucial to recovering the compensation you deserve. In this blog, we will discuss the various individuals and entities that may be liable in a medical malpractice case and what it takes to prove negligence under New York law.

What Counts as Medical Malpractice?

As New York medical malpractice attorneys serving clients from Manhattan to Staten Island, we regularly see how devastating medical negligence can be for patients and their families. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s treatment falls below the accepted standard of care, resulting in patient harm.

Here in New York, medical malpractice can take many forms. Negligent medical care might include:

• Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: When a doctor fails to recognize clear symptoms of a heart attack, sending the patient home instead of providing life-saving treatment, this deviation from standard practices may constitute malpractice.
• Surgical Errors: From wrong-site surgery to retained surgical instruments, these preventable mistakes can have catastrophic consequences.
• Medication Errors: A pharmacist in Brooklyn dispensing the wrong dosage or a nurse administering the wrong medication can cause serious harm or death.
• Birth Injuries: When proper monitoring procedures aren’t followed during delivery, resulting in birth trauma or developmental issues, this may be grounds for a malpractice claim.

However, it’s important to understand that not every adverse medical outcome qualifies as malpractice. To pursue a valid claim in New York State, we must demonstrate that:

• A doctor-patient relationship existed
• The healthcare provider deviated from accepted medical standards
• This deviation directly caused harm
• The patient suffered quantifiable damages

Working with countless families across the five boroughs, we’ve seen how critical timing is in these cases. New York’s statute of limitations generally gives patients 2.5 years from the date of the negligent act to file a medical malpractice lawsuit.

Our legal team at Greenberg Law P.C. has helped New Yorkers navigate the complexities of medical malpractice claims. If you believe you’ve experienced negligent medical care at any healthcare facility in the greater New York area, we’re here to evaluate your case and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Who Can Be Held Liable in a Medical Malpractice Case?

In New York medical malpractice cases, multiple parties may share responsibility for patient harm. As seasoned medical malpractice attorneys serving the five boroughs, we at Greenberg Law P.C. have successfully held various healthcare entities accountable for negligent care.

Physicians

Physicians bear direct responsibility for patient care. When they deviate from accepted medical standards—such as misreading test results or performing unnecessary procedures—they can be held liable for resulting injuries.

Hospitals and Medical Centers

Major medical centers like Mount Sinai, NYU Langone, and Bellevue Hospital may be liable for:

• Negligent hiring or inadequate background checks
• Poor supervision of medical staff
• System-wide failures in patient care protocols
• Inadequate maintenance of medical equipment
• Administrative errors affecting patient care

Nursing Staff

Nurses at facilities across Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx play a crucial role in patient care. They can be held liable for errors such as:

• Medication administration mistakes
• Failure to monitor patient conditions
• Improper documentation of patient symptoms
• Delayed response to patient distress

Other Healthcare Practitioners

Medical malpractice liability may extend to:

• Anesthesiologists practicing at Manhattan surgical centers
• Radiologists interpreting scans at Staten Island imaging facilities
• Physical therapists providing rehabilitation services
• Pharmacists filling prescriptions throughout the city

Medical Practices and Clinics

Private practices and neighborhood clinics across New York City may bear responsibility for:

• Administrative oversights
• Improper protocols
• Staff supervision failures
• Medical record mismanagement

Laboratory Services

Testing facilities serving New York’s healthcare system can be liable for:

• Contaminated samples
• Mixed-up test results
• Delayed reporting of critical findings
• Equipment calibration errors

As your dedicated New York medical malpractice attorneys, we thoroughly investigate every aspect of your case to identify all potentially liable parties. This comprehensive approach ensures we pursue full compensation from every responsible entity.

Understanding these complex liability chains requires deep knowledge of New York’s medical malpractice laws and healthcare systems. At Greenberg Law P.C., we’ve spent decades building successful cases against healthcare providers throughout the greater New York area.

If you’ve experienced harm due to medical negligence, don’t wait to seek legal guidance. Contact our office today for a thorough evaluation of your case. We’ll help you understand your rights and pursue justice against all responsible parties.

How Can a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Help?

At Greenberg Law P.C., we understand that dealing with the aftermath of medical negligence can be overwhelming, especially while trying to recover or care for an injured loved one. For over five decades, our firm has helped New Yorkers navigate complex medical malpractice claims, securing the compensation they deserve.

1. Investigating Your Case

Our legal team works with respected medical professionals throughout New York City to thoroughly review your medical records. From analyzing treatment decisions at Manhattan’s top hospitals to examining procedural failures at local Brooklyn clinics, we build strong evidence to support your claim.

2. Establishing the Standard of Care

We demonstrate how your healthcare provider’s actions deviated from accepted medical standards. We precisely document how proper care should have been delivered and where your provider fell short.

3. Managing Complex Documentation

Medical malpractice cases involve extensive paperwork and strict filing deadlines. Our firm handles all necessary documentation, including:

• Obtaining complete medical records from all involved facilities
• Filing required notices with New York State courts
• Meeting statute of limitations requirements
• Preparing detailed complaints and legal motions
• Responding to defense communications

4. Calculating Full Compensation

We carefully assess all damages you’ve suffered, including:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Rehabilitation costs
• Pain and suffering
• Long-term care needs

5. Representing You in Court

If fair settlement isn’t possible, our trial-tested attorneys are prepared to present your case in New York courts. We have extensive experience litigating medical malpractice cases in all five boroughs and beyond.

6. Providing Personal Support

Throughout your case, our team offers:

• Regular case updates
• Clear explanations of legal processes
• Prompt responses to your questions
• Guidance on medical and legal decisions
• Support accessing necessary care

At Greenberg Law P.C., we believe New Yorkers deserve quality medical care, and providers must be held accountable when their negligence causes harm. Our office is ready to evaluate your case and explain how we can help you pursue justice.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation with our medical malpractice team. Let us put our decades of experience fighting for New York patients to work for you.

Contact Greenberg Law P.C. Today for Your Medical Malpractice Case

If you or a loved one has suffered due to medical negligence in New York City, don’t face this challenging time alone. Our dedicated team at Greenberg Law P.C. advocates for patients’ rights across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. We understand the complex medical and legal landscape of New York, and we’re here to help you navigate every step of your medical malpractice claim. Call our office at 212-972-5656 or complete our online form to schedule your free consultation. At Greenberg Law P.C., we don’t just handle your case – we stand with you in your fight for justice and fair compensation.