Doctors and other medical professionals have a high standard of care to meet with patients.
Mistakes and misjudgments can lead to long-term, painful illness and injuries, and even paralysis or death.
The medical practice laws in or around Queens County, New York allow patients who suffered an injury due to the negligence of a heath care professional to sue for money damages when the doctor, nurse or hospital fails to live up to that standard of care.
Many jurisdictions however, have limits on the amount that victims can recover from medical malpractice injuries, as well as time limits in which such actions must be filed.
ABPLA Certification in Medical Professional Liability - The American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys (ABPLA) is the only organization accredited by the ABA to certify attorneys in medical professional liability law.
The AAJ is committed to promoting a fair and effective civil justice system while supporting the work of attorneys representing plaintiffs.
Lawyer Referral Service in Queens, NY - The Queens County Bar Association in Jamaica, NY, established a Lawyer Referral Service. The service helps individuals and businesses find a qualified and experienced attorney in Queens, NY, and the surrounding areas of New York City. The service has hundreds of participating attorneys focused on 25 different categories of the law. In exchange for a nominal $35 consultation fee, you can talk with the attorney during a 30 minute consultation.