Sackstein Sackstein & Lee, LLP
1140 Franklin Ave
Garden City, NY 11530
Telephone: (516) 344-1900
If you or a loved one has suffered due to medical negligence, you deserve experienced legal representation. As a trusted Garden City, NY medical malpractice lawyer, we are dedicated to helping victims secure the compensation they need to move forward. From misdiagnosis and surgical errors to medication mistakes and birth injuries, we fight tirelessly for justice.
Medical malpractice happens when a healthcare provider fails to adhere to accepted medical standards, leading to harm or injury to a patient. This can result in various consequences, including illness, injury, or even death in the most serious situations. However, not every injury that occurs during medical treatment is due to malpractice. An experienced attorney can assess the circumstances surrounding the injury and determine whether a medical malpractice case is warranted. Proving that a healthcare professional deviated from established standards typically requires a thorough investigation and expert testimony from medical professionals.
At Sackstein Sackstein & Lee, LLP, we have the expertise and resources to work with medical professionals who can testify to support your medical malpractice claim. Without a knowledgeable attorney to review the situation, it can be difficult to determine if malpractice has occurred. In some instances, malpractice is clear, but in others, it may be more subtle and challenging to prove.
A study by the American Medical Association found that around 68% of medical malpractice cases are dismissed or withdrawn. About 8% end with a trial verdict in favor of the patient, while 24% are settled before reaching a verdict.
The most frequent type of medical malpractice is misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis. This happens when a healthcare professional incorrectly diagnoses a condition or takes too long to identify it, resulting in inappropriate or missed treatment. For instance, a doctor might confuse heart attack symptoms with indigestion or overlook early signs of cancer, potentially leading to more severe health complications.
To succeed in a medical malpractice lawsuit in the United States, the patient must typically prove four essential elements:
The most challenging part to prove in a medical malpractice case is the breach of duty of care — the second key element. This requires demonstrating that the healthcare provider acted in a way that deviated from what a reasonably competent professional would have done under similar circumstances, which can be complex and often relies on expert testimony.
Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts or deny claims entirely. Our dedicated legal team will gather evidence, negotiate on your behalf, and represent you in court if necessary — all to ensure you receive maximum compensation for your on-the-job injury. Don’t wait — contact our skilled Garden City slip & fall lawyers today for a free, no-obligation consultation. Get the compensation you deserve.
Our team knows Garden City and Nassau County inside and out. Garden City is a vibrant Long Island community, home to the iconic Roosevelt Field Mall, the Cradle of Aviation Museum, and the historic Garden City Hotel. We also serve clients in nearby towns and cities, including:
This local understanding helps us investigate accident sites thoroughly and build stronger cases for our clients.
Sackstein Sackstein & Lee's law office is located in the heart of Garden City, New York. Franklin Avenue is a major north-south thoroughfare in the area, lined with various businesses and services. Nearby is the Old Nassau County Courthouse at 1550 Franklin Avenue. Constructed in the early 1900s, this Classical Revival-style building now serves as the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building. Additionally, the United States Post Office at 600 Franklin Street is a historic post office building designed in the Classical Revival style and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.