When people hear or read about medical malpractice situations in New York, most assume that these issues involve some sort of mistake that's made while someone is in the course of obtaining medical care. While this is generally true, it does not cover every situation.  Unfortunately, there are circumstances that can give rise to New York medical malpractice lawsuits that involve intentional conduct and abuse, and the story of one woman who has allegedly been suffering for some time brings this problem to light.

In 2009, 48-year-old Nabila Mohammed, a resident of Cairo, Egypt who was in New York temporarily, was badly injured in a New York car accident that sent her to the Cedar Goldwater Hospital on Roosevelt Island, which is located at 1 Main Street in Manhattan.  She was paralyzed as a result of the collision, and since then she has alleged that she has been verbally and physically abused by staff members at the hospital.  This includes allegations of the hurling of insults as well as physical batteries that have occurred while she's confined to a bed at the facility.

New York Medical Malpractice Statistics

While the statistics regarding New York medical malpractice are few and far between, studies have indicated that on a nationwide basis, as many as half of all patients who report to a hospital with medical needs suffer some sort of adverse event.  An adverse event can deal with several situations including obtaining the wrong treatment or medication, the wrong surgery or some type of harm that's suffered during the administration of medical care.

New York Medical Malpractice Lawyers

However, as stated above, New York medical malpractice cases can also involve intentional abuse.  The woman at issue here has filed a complaint with the state's board that was ultimately upheld.  However, if she can prove the abuse, she could also file a New York medical malpractice lawsuit that if successful would lead to an award of damages that compensate her for damages suffered that include her pain and suffering.

If you or someone you love has been harmed while obtaining medical care, you need to seek the help of New York medical malpractice lawyers who have been holding those responsible for these problems accountable for nearly 40 years.  Contact Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today to schedule a free initial consultation.