Syracuse Medical Malpractice Lawyer
When Medical Care Fails, We Help You Reclaim Control
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider violates the accepted standards of medical care, resulting in serious harm or even death. But proving malpractice requires more than just showing a mistake was made. It requires establishing three key elements: negligence, causation, and injury.
At Bottar Law, we help clients across New York understand the difference between a medical error and a valid legal claim. Because not every bad outcome is malpractice – and not every mistake leads to lasting harm. But when it does, and when the consequences are life-altering, we are here to fight for justice
Understanding Medical Malpractice Claims
Not every medical error warrants a lawsuit. Sometimes an outcome is poor, but no malpractice occurred. Other times, the error is clear but the harm is temporary. We help families understand when a case truly deserves to be pursued.
Meritorious malpractice claims often involve:
- Permanent disability
- Significant injury
- Preventable death
These cases require skilled legal strategy and testimony from credentialed medical experts. At Bottar Law, we invest in both. Because the truth deserves to be proven, and your story deserves to be heard.
How Often Do Medical Malpractice Claims Occur?
While relatively uncommon, medical malpractice still affects thousands each year. Studies from Harvard and the New England Journal of Medicine have shown that a significant portion of adverse hospital events are caused by negligence, with injuries ranging from misdiagnoses to delayed treatments and surgical errors.
Data from The Joint Commission also confirms the severity of injuries:
Wrong-Site Surgeries
Operative/Post-Operative complciations
Death from Delayed Treatment
Transfusion-related events
And hundreds more resulting in permanent harm or death
Behind every number is a life that has been forever changed.
Types of Errors Handled by a Bottar Law Medical Malpractice Attorney
Malpractice can happen in any medical setting. Some of the most common include:
- Birth injuries and labor complications
- Stroke or heart attack misdiagnosis
- Surgical or anesthesia errors
- Emergency room negligence
- Misread x-rays, CT scans, or MRIs
- Medication and prescription mistakes
- Hospital-acquired infections
- Early discharge or lack of follow-up
Certain specialties see more claims, including neurosurgery, OB/GYN, cardiology, emergency medicine, and orthopedics, but malpractice can occur in any field.
Why Choose Bottar Law as Your Syracuse Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Medical malpractice is complex. Success depends on deep legal knowledge, medical insight, and courtroom skill. Our attorneys:
- 1. Focus exclusively on plaintiff medical malpractice and catastrophic injury
- 2. Work with a trusted network of nationally recognized experts
- 3. Prepare every case as if it will go to trial
- 4. Are known for earning landmark results and restoring client confidence
We’ve spent four decades earning a reputation for integrity, skill, and compassion. Our team has been recognized by:
- 1. U.S. News & World Report – Best Law Firms (2010–2023)
- 2. Newsweek and TIME for excellence in personal injury law
- 3. Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers (Upstate New York)
- 4. National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40
What Will It Cost to Hire a Medical Malpractice Attorney?
We represent medical malpractice victims on a contingency basis. That means:
No fee unless we
recover compensation
Free initial
consultation
No upfront costs for expert
reviews or case development
You’ve already paid enough. Let us carry the legal burden.
How Much Can You Obtain in Compensation?
Compensation depends on the nature of the injury, economic losses, and how malpractice affected your life. New York law allows recovery for:
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Medical expenses
- Loss of companionship or support
We work closely with you and medical experts to build a comprehensive picture of your damages and advocate for the recovery you deserve.
Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Claims in New York
New York law generally requires medical malpractice lawsuits to be filed within 2 years and 6 months from the date of the negligent act or last treatment. However, exceptions exist for:
- Foreign objects left in the body
- Continuous treatment for the same condition
- Claims involving minors or individuals with mental incapacity (with limits)
Don’t delay. These timelines are strict. If you’re unsure whether you still have time to act, contact us immediately.
Speak With a Syracuse Medical Malpractice Lawyer from Bottar Law Today
Many of our clients come to us unsure. Maybe other firms turned them away. Maybe no one listened.
We will.
Schedule a free consultation with Bottar Law today. From our landmark headquarters at the Historic Fairfield Estate in Syracuse, we help clients across New York begin the journey from confusion to clarity, and from pain to peace.
“We don’t just fight for compensation.
We fight for your peace of mind.”
contact us today to get answers
Your story matters.