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Jan 13 2026 14:00

Navigating a Medical Malpractice Claim in New York & New Jersey: What You Need to Know

When healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, patients can suffer devastating consequences. If you believe you’ve been harmed due to a mistake by a doctor, surgeon or hospital in the New York / New Jersey area, understanding your rights and next steps is crucial. At the Law Offices of Rudy A. Dermesropian, we help clients navigate the complexities of medical malpractice claims—ensuring your voice is heard and your losses are addressed.


What is Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional deviates from accepted standards of care, resulting in injury, loss or death. 
In practical terms, this might include:

  • A misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis that changed the outcome of treatment

  • Surgical errors (wrong site surgery, retained medical instruments, anesthesia mistakes)

  • Medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, harmful interactions)

  • Failure to obtain informed consent

  • Birth injuries or catastrophic events due to medical or nursing negligence


Why Hiring a Specialized Lawyer Matters

Medical malpractice cases are notoriously complex: they often require expert testimony, thorough review of medical records, and detailed knowledge of both the law and the medical field. Emulent Digital Marketing +1
Here’s how we help:

  • We evaluate your case to determine whether the standard of care was breached.

  • We gather all relevant medical records, imaging and expert opinions.

  • We handle the statute of limitations and jurisdictional issues in NY & NJ.

  • We negotiate with insurance companies or take your case to trial if needed.

  • We provide clear, compassionate communication—because you’re dealing with both legal and physical/emotional recovery.


What to Do If You Suspect Medical Negligence

  1. Seek medical attention immediately and follow up on your current condition.

  2. Request copies of your full medical records and imaging.

  3. Document everything: symptoms, dates, names of providers, what you were told.

  4. Avoid signing anything without speaking to a lawyer—especially if you’re asked to give a recorded statement.

  5. Contact an experienced medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible to help you understand your rights and timeline.


Common Types of Medical Malpractice in NYC & NJ

  • Birth injuries (HIE, cerebral palsy)

  • Surgical mistakes (wrong site surgery, retained instruments)

  • Anesthesia errors

  • Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of cancer, heart attack, stroke

  • Nursing home neglect or hospital‐acquired infections
    Because our firm serves the NYC / NJ metro area, we are familiar with state laws, hospital systems, and medical boards relevant to your claim.


Why Choose Us

At the Law Offices of Rudy A. Dermesropian:

  • You receive personalized attention —we don’t hand you off to someone else.

  • Our team understands New York and New Jersey medical malpractice law, so we know what it takes to build a strong case.

  • We speak multiple languages (Arabic, Armenian, French, Polish) to serve a diverse community. — from our website. 

  • We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay unless we recover for you.

When healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, patients can suffer devastating consequences. If you believe you’ve been harmed due to a mistake by a doctor, surgeon or hospital in the New York / New Jersey area, understanding your rights and next steps is crucial. At the Law Offices of Rudy A. Dermesropian, we help clients navigate the complexities of medical malpractice claims—ensuring your voice is heard and your losses are addressed.


What is Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional deviates from accepted standards of care, resulting in injury, loss or death. 
In practical terms, this might include:

  • A misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis that changed the outcome of treatment

  • Surgical errors (wrong site surgery, retained medical instruments, anesthesia mistakes)

  • Medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, harmful interactions)

  • Failure to obtain informed consent

  • Birth injuries or catastrophic events due to medical or nursing negligence


Why Hiring a Specialized Lawyer Matters

Medical malpractice cases are notoriously complex: they often require expert testimony, thorough review of medical records, and detailed knowledge of both the law and the medical field. Emulent Digital Marketing +1
Here’s how we help:

  • We evaluate your case to determine whether the standard of care was breached.

  • We gather all relevant medical records, imaging and expert opinions.

  • We handle the statute of limitations and jurisdictional issues in NY & NJ.

  • We negotiate with insurance companies or take your case to trial if needed.

  • We provide clear, compassionate communication—because you’re dealing with both legal and physical/emotional recovery.


What to Do If You Suspect Medical Negligence

  1. Seek medical attention immediately and follow up on your current condition.

  2. Request copies of your full medical records and imaging.

  3. Document everything: symptoms, dates, names of providers, what you were told.

  4. Avoid signing anything without speaking to a lawyer—especially if you’re asked to give a recorded statement.

  5. Contact an experienced medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible to help you understand your rights and timeline.


Common Types of Medical Malpractice in NYC & NJ

  • Birth injuries (HIE, cerebral palsy)

  • Surgical mistakes (wrong site surgery, retained instruments)

  • Anesthesia errors

  • Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of cancer, heart attack, stroke

  • Nursing home neglect or hospital‐acquired infections
    Because our firm serves the NYC / NJ metro area, we are familiar with state laws, hospital systems, and medical boards relevant to your claim.


Why Choose Us

At the Law Offices of Rudy A. Dermesropian:

  • You receive personalized attention —we don’t hand you off to someone else.

  • Our team understands New York and New Jersey medical malpractice law, so we know what it takes to build a strong case.

  • We speak multiple languages (Arabic, Armenian, French, Polish) to serve a diverse community. — from our website. 

  • We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay unless we recover for you.