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New York Legislature Considers New Medical Malpractice Bill

By Frank Verderame | June 6, 2016

New York state lawmakers are considering a bill that would change the statute of limitations on medical malpractice cases, giving patients more time to file a medical malpractice suit.  Currently, New York law states that victims of medical malpractice must file a lawsuit within 2 ½ years of the malpractice occurring.  However, the bill would amend the time limit to 2 ½ years from when the victim first realizes they were harmed by a medical professional, so long as it is not more than 10 years after the harm.  Often, patients don’t realize that they have been harmed or misdiagnosed by a physician for months, or even years.  Therefore, it is unjust to “start the clock” to hold the physicians accountable at the time of the incident, as opposed to upon the victim’s realization.

Medical Malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the United States.  However, with insurance companies and big hospitals constantly increasing efforts to keep individuals from holding practitioners accountable, it is exceedingly important that individuals stand up against the big industries.  A great way to do so is to ensure that your legislature does not take part in padding the insurance company and hospital pockets.  Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your representatives to remind them that it is important to you that you are continually afforded access to the best possible medical treatment, and when it isn’t provided, you cherish your rights to hold wrongdoers accountable.

If you have questions about your rights to fair and just compensation after being a victim of medical malpractice, please reach out to Plattner Verderame, P.C.  We are honest attorneys who spend our days helping honest clients.

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