Medical Malpractice

Each year in the United States there is the unfortunate reality that patients will lose their lives due to the negligence of medical professionals. When going to a hospital, seeking medical attention or working with a medical professional, patients trust that they will be taken care of and that each individual will handle them with care, compassion and responsibility. This is often the case, but sometimes patients find themselves dealing with messy medical situations. Medical malpractice by definition is professional negligence by act or omission by a healthcare provider in which the treatment provided falls below the accepted standard of practice in the medical community. This professional negligence routinely causes injury or death to the patient, with most cases involving actual medical error. Standards and regulations for medical malpractice in the United States vary from state to state. Dealing with medical malpractice cases can be complicated and hard to prove, which is why seeking a legal professional can be beneficial. We understand that no amount of money can replace a loved one, however, individuals and families may be entitled to financial relief through a Massachusetts Medical Malpractice Lawsuit or a Wrongful Death Lawsuit.

A claim for medical malpractice can arise in a variety of medical settings. It is most important and in the best interest of everyone involved to contact an experienced medical malpractice attorney right away. Medical malpractice claims are extremely complex to litigate in Massachusetts and you want an experienced attorney on your side. Our medical malpractice attorneys have years of experience in the state of Massachusetts and know how to properly handle these types of cases, and how to effectively get you compensation for any pain and suffering you endure as a result of medical malpractice or negligence.

Greater Boston Medical Malpractice Lawyers at Altman & Altman, LLP

At Altman & Altman, LLP our attorneys recognize the sensitive and complex nature of medical malpractice cases. Our attorneys will walk you through every step of the process and assist you with overcoming any obstacles. The attorneys at Altman & Altman, LLP will look into every potential legal avenue and will aggressively fight for your case. You can rest assured that all of your interests will be taken care of.

Doctors, hospitals, and insurance companies vigorously fight medical malpractice cases. When you or a family member has been injured because of medical negligence, you need a law firm with an established track record in investigating, preparing, and litigating complex lawsuits. At Altman & Altman LLP, our lawyers give each case we handle their close personal attention. We have an accomplished staff of paralegals, legal assistants, and investigators who know how to prepare a compelling medical malpractice case. In addition, we have a network of medical experts who know how to explain complex medical information to juries.

With offices conveniently located in Cambridge and Boston, our attorneys have the ability to speak with clients face-to-face about their medical malpractice claim. In addition, our Greater Boston Medical Malpractice Lawyers will arrange to travel to your home, office or other location to meet with you to discuss your case. Our lawyers will give you and your case the time, attention and dedication from beginning to end to provide you with the best outcome possible. Medical malpractice clients pay no fees unless we recover money on their behalf.

At Altman & Altman, we are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week – including nights and weekends. To schedule a Free Initial Consultation with one of our dedicated Greater Boston Medical Malpractice Attorneys, call us at 617.492.3000 or Contact Us Online. All Consultations are completely confidential.

• Ambulance Malpractice
• Anesthesia Errors
• Bowel Damage
• Cancer Diagnosis Delays
• Cut Bile Duct During Surgery
• Delays Diagnosing Heart Attacks
• Failure to Diagnose, Delayed Diagnosis, and Misdiagnosis
• Hospital Liability
• Incorrect Surgical Procedure Performed
• Infections in Nursing Homes
• IV Infiltration Complications
• Medical Malpractice at a Charitable Hospital
• Neonatal and Postnatal Infections
• Nerve Damage from Surgical Error
• Perinatal and Neonatal Malpractice
• Physician Liability
• Physician Sexual Misconduct
• Postoperative Respiratory Failure
• Punctures or Lacerations During Surgery
• Robotics Surgery Malpractice
• Septic Shock
• Surgical Instruments Left in Body
• Surgical Site Infections
• Urologist Malpractice Cases