Medical Malpractice Lawyer in the Bronx
Misdiagnosis. Delay. Neglect. We take medical cases others won’t touch.
From Matt: Hey, It's Matt Marchese from MyBronxLawyer.com. If a hospital, doctor, or clinic made a mistake that left you worse off — you’re probably being told it’s “complicated” or “not worth pursuing.”But we take on medical cases when the harm is real, the records back it up, and no one else wants to deal with the system. If something serious happened to you or someone you love after a procedure or ER visit, we’ll take a real look. You don’t need to decide today — just reach out.
Medical Malpractice in the Bronx
Not every bad outcome is malpractice — but when a doctor, hospital, or urgent care center fails to follow the standard of care and it causes serious harm, the law allows you to take action.
What Counts as Medical Malpractice?
Malpractice means that a healthcare provider did something (or failed to do something) that another provider, under the same circumstances, would not have done. This could include:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of a serious condition
- Surgical mistakes or procedures on the wrong body part
- Failure to order necessary tests or follow up on results
- Medication errors — wrong drug, wrong dose, dangerous interactions
- Infections or injuries caused by neglect in a hospital setting
Where Do These Cases Happen?
In the Bronx, we’ve seen malpractice occur in every type of facility:
- Large hospitals — like when ER staff miss a stroke or internal bleed
- Private clinics — misdiagnosing fractures, infections, or cancer
- Urgent care centers — treating patients too quickly or skipping steps (learn more about urgent care cases)
Even a short delay in treatment can lead to long-term complications or death — especially in fast-moving emergencies.
How Do You Prove It Was Malpractice?
New York law requires expert medical review before a lawsuit can proceed. We work with independent medical specialists who examine the full timeline — from the first visit to the injury — and issue a formal opinion on whether care was substandard.
Proof can include:
- Medical records and chart notes
- Radiology images and test results
- Timeline of symptoms and treatment
- Testimony from qualified specialists
How Long Do You Have to File?
In general, you have 2 years and 6 months from the date of malpractice — or from the end of continuous treatment for that condition. But if the case involves a city hospital, like Lincoln or Jacobi, a Notice of Claim may be due within 90 days. See more on our FAQ page.
What If the Patient Has Passed Away?
If malpractice led to a death, the case becomes a wrongful death claim. The personal representative of the estate can pursue it on behalf of surviving family members.
What Injuries Count?
We’ve handled malpractice cases involving:
- Amputations due to untreated infection
- Strokes misdiagnosed as migraines or anxiety
- Complications from foreign objects left in the body after surgery
- Sepsis and infections that weren’t caught in time
Each case is fact-specific — and proving it takes careful work, not assumptions.
Should You Still Seek Treatment?
Yes — even if a doctor made a mistake, you still need care. Some people are afraid to go back. But ongoing treatment helps preserve your health and helps show how the injury has impacted you. Learn more about how urgent care fits into these cases.
Related Situations
Malpractice cases can overlap with:
- Wrongful death from untreated or mistreated injuries
- Accidents where hospitals failed to diagnose injuries
- Construction injuries worsened by negligent medical care
Helpful Info
What Should You Do
After Visiting Urgent Care?
If you’ve been to urgent care after a car accident or fall, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common first steps. But urgent care notes alone aren’t always enough. Here’s what matters next, and how to protect your health and case.
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Explore specific legal issues tied to real Bronx neighborhoods and crash types. These resources help explain what to expect if you were injured in one of these common local scenarios.
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Law Firm of Matthew Marchese, 2403 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10461
The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be construed as legal advice in any particular case. The information does not create an attorney-client relationship. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
But we take on medical cases when the harm is real, the records back it up, and no one else wants to deal with the system. If something serious happened to you or someone you love after a procedure or ER visit, we’ll take a real look. You don’t need to decide today — just reach out.
Medical Malpractice in the Bronx
Not every bad outcome is malpractice — but when a doctor, hospital, or urgent care center fails to follow the standard of care and it causes serious harm, the law allows you to take action.
What Counts as Medical Malpractice?
Malpractice means that a healthcare provider did something (or failed to do something) that another provider, under the same circumstances, would not have done. This could include:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of a serious condition
- Surgical mistakes or procedures on the wrong body part
- Failure to order necessary tests or follow up on results
- Medication errors — wrong drug, wrong dose, dangerous interactions
- Infections or injuries caused by neglect in a hospital setting
Where Do These Cases Happen?
In the Bronx, we’ve seen malpractice occur in every type of facility:
- Large hospitals — like when ER staff miss a stroke or internal bleed
- Private clinics — misdiagnosing fractures, infections, or cancer
- Urgent care centers — treating patients too quickly or skipping steps (learn more about urgent care cases)
Even a short delay in treatment can lead to long-term complications or death — especially in fast-moving emergencies.
How Do You Prove It Was Malpractice?
New York law requires expert medical review before a lawsuit can proceed. We work with independent medical specialists who examine the full timeline — from the first visit to the injury — and issue a formal opinion on whether care was substandard.
Proof can include:
- Medical records and chart notes
- Radiology images and test results
- Timeline of symptoms and treatment
- Testimony from qualified specialists
How Long Do You Have to File?
In general, you have 2 years and 6 months from the date of malpractice — or from the end of continuous treatment for that condition. But if the case involves a city hospital, like Lincoln or Jacobi, a Notice of Claim may be due within 90 days. See more on our FAQ page.
What If the Patient Has Passed Away?
If malpractice led to a death, the case becomes a wrongful death claim. The personal representative of the estate can pursue it on behalf of surviving family members.
What Injuries Count?
We’ve handled malpractice cases involving:
- Amputations due to untreated infection
- Strokes misdiagnosed as migraines or anxiety
- Complications from foreign objects left in the body after surgery
- Sepsis and infections that weren’t caught in time
Each case is fact-specific — and proving it takes careful work, not assumptions.
Should You Still Seek Treatment?
Yes — even if a doctor made a mistake, you still need care. Some people are afraid to go back. But ongoing treatment helps preserve your health and helps show how the injury has impacted you. Learn more about how urgent care fits into these cases.
Related Situations
Malpractice cases can overlap with:
- Wrongful death from untreated or mistreated injuries
- Accidents where hospitals failed to diagnose injuries
- Construction injuries worsened by negligent medical care
Learn More
Explore specific legal issues tied to real Bronx neighborhoods and crash types. These resources help explain what to expect if you were injured in one of these common local scenarios.
Helpful Info
What Should You Do
After Visiting Urgent Care?
If you’ve been to urgent care after a car accident or fall, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common first steps. But urgent care notes alone aren’t always enough. Here’s what matters next, and how to protect your health and case.
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© 2025 Matthew Marchese P.C. All Rights Reserved
Law Firm of Matthew Marchese, 2403 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10461
The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be construed as legal advice in any particular case. The information does not create an attorney-client relationship. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.