Medical Malpractice

Holding Healthcare Providers Accountable for Negligence

When medical professionals fail to meet the standard of care, the consequences can be life-altering. At Gross, Gross, & Newman Law, we advocate for victims of medical malpractice, fighting to secure compensation for injuries caused by negligence. Our experienced attorneys are dedicated to protecting your rights and achieving justice.

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Advocates for Patients Harmed by Medical Negligence

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional or institution provides care that falls below the accepted standard, leading to injury or harm. These cases can involve misdiagnoses, surgical errors, medication mistakes, or inadequate post-operative care. At Gross, Gross, & Newman Law, we understand the devastating impact of medical negligence on victims and their families. Our team is committed to holding negligent parties accountable and securing the compensation you need to recover and rebuild your life.

We work closely with medical experts to evaluate the details of your case and identify violations of the standard of care. By combining legal expertise with thorough investigation, we ensure that your claim is backed by compelling evidence.

Navigating a medical malpractice case can be daunting, but you don’t have to face it alone. With decades of experience, Gross, Gross, & Newman Law provides compassionate support and aggressive representation to help you achieve justice and move forward with confidence.

  • Medical Errors Resulting in Serious Personal Injury in Philadelphia, PA Deserve Special Attention

    If you or a loved one had an unexpected outcome or complication after medical care or treatment, you may have been the victim of medical malpractice in Pennsylvania. Medical malpractice could be caused by a negligent act of a healthcare provider, such as a surgical error. It could also be caused by a negligent omission, such as failing to diagnose cancer or delays in an emergency department. Virtually any type of healthcare provider could be liable for medical malpractice, including a nurse, CRNA, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, practice group, or hospital. Our medical malpractice attorneys in Philadelphia, PA, know that victims could suffer a wide array of injuries due to medical errors, including brain injuries, spinal cord damage, or other catastrophic injuries.


    This is why our experienced attorneys at Law Offices Bernard M. Gross, P.C. have dedicated their practice areas to help victims and families recover the compensation they need for pain and suffering, medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. We know how devastating medical errors can be for victims. This is particularly true for birth injury cases, where an innocent baby could have his or her life completely affected by a reckless mistake. This is why we offer a FREE consultation to learn what your legal rights and remedies may be under Pennsylvania law.

  • Why Medical Malpractice Cases Are Different

    Unlike other types of personal injury cases, medical malpractice cases are often some of the most complicated and challenging to handle. This is for several reasons. First, medical errors often result in serious, catastrophic, and sometimes even fatal injuries or damages. This is particularly true of birth injuries. This means that a party’s damages need to be proven through voluminous exhibits and expert opinions.


    Second, most defendants are healthcare providers who refuse to admit fault as it could affect his or her license. Sometimes their insurance policy even requires the insurance company to give consent to settle a case. This can make it more difficult for a defendant to resolve a case.


    Third, expert testimony is almost always required to establish the standard of care and how the defendant(s) deviated from that standard of care. This adds both a layer of complexity and cost to a victim.

  • Common Types of Medical Malpractice Cases

    Our medical malpractice attorneys in Philadelphia, PA, handle many different types of medical negligence cases involving healthcare provider mistakes or errors. Some of the most common types of medical malpractice cases include the following:


    • Surgical errors
    • Anesthesia mistakes
    • Birth injuries
    • Wrong site or wrong patient surgery
    • Nursing malpractice
    • Pressure sores or ulcers
    • Delay in treating a stroke or heart attack
    • Failure to diagnose cancer
    • Misdiagnosis of a condition
    • Prescription errors or medication mistakes
    • Premature discharge from a hospital emergency department/in-patient visit, and
    • Many other types of medical negligence.

  • Common Birth Injuries Due to Negligent Healthcare

    One of the most horrific forms of medical malpractice is a birth injury. Most birth injuries are avoidable with proper monitoring, testing, and evaluation by healthcare providers. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. Mistakes before, during, and immediately after the labor and delivery of a baby could result in life-changing and life-threatening injuries. This includes some of the most devastating types of personal injuries, including:


    • Cerebral palsy (CP)
    • Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)
    • Brachial plexus nerve injuries
    • Significant scarring and disfigurement
    • Blindness
    • Bacterial meningitis and infections
    • Organ injuries
    • Hypoxic or anoxic injuries
    • Wrongful death, and
    • Many other common birth injuries that our medical malpractice law firm in Philadelphia, PA can recover for you.

  • Were You Hurt By Medical Errors? We Can Help

    When a healthcare provider’s mistakes cause you physical, emotional, or financial harm, you may be entitled to recover compensation under Pennsylvania law. Ask our medical malpractice lawyers in Philadelphia, PA, at Law Offices Bernard M. Gross, P.C. for a FREE consultation to learn what compensation you may be entitled to and how we can help you get it by dialing (215) 561-3600 or by using our “contact us” box available here. Medical malpractice cases are not like other types of personal injury cases. This means you need to hire a personal injury attorney that is not like other attorneys. Call us to find out why our law firm is different and how we can help protect your rights under Pennsylvania law. We are here to help you.

FAQs

  • What qualifies as medical malpractice?

    Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s negligence results in harm. Examples include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, incorrect medications, or failure to provide proper treatment. To qualify, it must be shown that the provider failed to meet the accepted standard of care.

  • How do you prove medical malpractice?

    Proving malpractice requires demonstrating four key elements: a duty of care existed, the provider breached this duty, the breach caused injury, and the injury resulted in damages. We work with medical experts to provide evidence of negligence and its impact on your health.

  • What compensation can I recover in a medical malpractice case?

    You may recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and additional costs related to your injury. In cases of extreme negligence, punitive damages may also be awarded.

  • How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim?

    In Pennsylvania, you typically have two years from the date of the injury or discovery of negligence to file a claim. However, certain exceptions may apply, so it’s critical to contact an attorney as soon as possible.

  • Who can be held liable in a medical malpractice case?

    Liability can extend to doctors, nurses, hospitals, and other healthcare providers. Depending on the case, multiple parties may be responsible for your injury. Our attorneys thoroughly investigate to identify all liable parties.

  • Can I file a claim for a misdiagnosis?

    Yes. A misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis can qualify as malpractice if it resulted in harm or worsened your condition. Proving this requires showing that a competent provider would have acted differently under the same circumstances.

  • Will my case go to court?

    Many medical malpractice cases are resolved through settlements, but some may go to trial if a fair agreement cannot be reached. At Gross, Gross, & Newman Law, we prepare every case as if it will go to court to ensure the best possible outcome.

  • How much does it cost to hire an attorney?

    We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront. Our fees are only collected if we secure compensation for your case, ensuring you have access to quality legal representation without financial strain.