Injured by a Doctor, Hospital, or Medical Provider?
When medical professionals make preventable mistakes, the consequences can be life-changing. The New York medical malpractice lawyers at Berkowitz & Weitz fight for patients and families harmed by surgical errors, delayed diagnoses, medication mistakes, birth injuries, and other forms of negligence.
“Berkowitz & Weitz handled our case with professionalism, compassion, and persistence. They fought for our family every step of the way and helped us secure the resources we needed after a devastating medical error.”
Medical Malpractice Cases Are Complex — Experience Matters
Doctors and hospitals are trusted to provide safe, competent care. When that trust is broken through negligence, patients can suffer catastrophic injuries, permanent disabilities, or wrongful death.
Medical malpractice claims require extensive investigation, expert testimony, and a legal team prepared to challenge large hospitals and insurance companies. Berkowitz & Weitz has experience handling serious injury litigation throughout New York. Patients can also learn more about New York healthcare oversight through the New York State Department of Health and review physician information through New York’s Office of Professional Medical Conduct.
- Surgical and anesthesia errors
- Delayed diagnosis and misdiagnosis
- Emergency room negligence
- Birth injuries and labor complications
- Medication and prescription errors
- Failure to monitor or treat serious conditions
- Hospital negligence and staffing failures
Types of Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle
Surgical Errors
Mistakes during surgery can lead to infection, organ damage, unnecessary procedures, or permanent complications.
Misdiagnosis
Delayed or incorrect diagnoses can allow serious illnesses such as cancer, stroke, or heart disease to worsen.
Birth Injuries
Negligence during labor and delivery may result in lifelong injuries to both mother and child.
Medication Errors
Incorrect prescriptions, dosing mistakes, or dangerous drug interactions can cause devastating harm.
Why Clients Choose Berkowitz & Weitz
Medical malpractice cases are often defended aggressively by hospitals, physicians, and insurance carriers. Our firm builds strong cases supported by medical experts, detailed records review, and strategic litigation.
We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll these injuries place on families — and we work to pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost income, long-term care needs, and pain and suffering. Many medical negligence claims involve life-altering injuries similar to those seen in our catastrophic injury practice.
- Direct access to experienced attorneys
- Trial-ready representation
- Thorough case investigation and expert review
- Responsive communication throughout your case
- No upfront legal fees
- Compassionate representation for families
Speak With a New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer Today
If you or a loved one suffered harm due to medical negligence, you may have a limited time to pursue a claim. Contact Berkowitz & Weitz today for a free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifies as medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, hospital, or healthcare provider fails to meet accepted standards of care and causes injury to a patient.
How long do I have to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in New York?
New York has strict deadlines for medical malpractice claims. It is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights. You can review general information about New York courts through the New York State Unified Court System.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We handle medical malpractice cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.