Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in New York

I had cataract surgery about a year and a half ago. I have a long and extensive history of multiple eye issues. Since then I have done some research and have learned that individuals with such a chronic history are not appropriate candidates for this type of surgery, however my doctor (who is considered an expert) did not mention any of these issues.

Consequences. I can no longer read with impaired eye and difficulty with long distance perception. Also there is constant eye irritation , the eye is always red. Also my impaired eye now has become cross eye (as a result of this new wisual impairment. Lastly, the non medical employee is the one who measured me

Also my impaired eye is beginning to exhibit a cross eye. Lastly, the non medical employee is the one who measured me incorrectly. Please note I have described these symptoms to the surgeon for approximately a year to my surgeon. He has not given me any resolution to this problem.

Does my previous eye history bar any ophthalmologist from providing me appropriate treatment. Is there someone that thinks I have a case. If so, would this be a contingency payment form. Please advise.


Asked on 7/12/12, 8:06 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Tanya Gendelman Law Offices of Tanya Gendelman, P.C.

Get a second medical opinion to see if you can possibly have a case for medical malpractice. In New York, in order to file a lawsuit for medical malpractice, a medical doctor has to verify that malpractice has been committed. Basically, your doctor had to deviate from the standard of care.

If you find out that there are grounds for malpractice, feel free to contact our office at 718-616-1414 for a free consultation. Medical Malpractice cases are handled on a sliding scale contingency basis.

Regards,

Tanya Gendelman, Esq.

www.WeSettle.com

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Answered on 7/12/12, 8:26 pm


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