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"My cancer diagnosis hit our family hard. Finding out that I was misdiagned made matters worse. Contacting Porter Law Group was my saving grace. From the start, Mike was at my side reassuring me that he would be there for support and guidance. I felt like family. The firm worked hard for my case and was very successful without going to court. I wouldn't have wanted any other team on my side besides Porter Law! Very professional, friendly and very highly regarded in the legal community. Top notch group." - Chriss S.
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"I am extremely fortunate that Porter Law Group took my case after suffering a traumatic brain injury following a serious car accident. For over three years of medical rehabilitation and legal proceedings I worked with the lawyers and staff at the firm. They are a truly solid, forthright, and professional team. In the end, my case progressed to an eight-day civil trial. During the lead-up and long days of the trial itself, I saw firsthand what an outstanding lawyer and person Eric Nordby is. He brought an adept and thorough analytical mind, a principled work ethic, and personal dedication to my case. Eric is a highly skilled negotiator who operates calmly while under pressure. My family and I are privileged to have benefited from Eric’s expertise throughout our experience with the firm, which led to over a million dollars in financial compensation. I cannot recommend him more highly." - Matt H.
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"Michael represented our family in a medical malpractice suit. From the first consultation to the ultimate award, Michael and his firm handled the case with compassion, understanding and professionalism. He won the case and we were very satisfied with the award. I would unequivocally recommend Michael Porter as a medical malpractice attorney." - Mary G.

Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Experienced Medical Malpractice Lawyers Serving Injury Victims in Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo, and The Rest Of New York State

Have you been injured by the negligence of a doctor , hospital, or other healthcare provider? You are not alone. The Porter Law Group's team of dedicated medical malpractice lawyers is one of the top firms in the field of medical malpractice litigation in New York. When facing the aftermath of medical negligence, you need attorneys with proven experience and a track record of success to put their skills to work for you and your family.

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Our Recent Case Results

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What Can Our Medical Malpractice Lawyers Do For You?

When a doctor’s or healthcare provider’s negligence causes serious injury, you deserve a legal team with decades of success holding the medical industry accountable.

Our team of specialized medical malpractice lawyers and nationally recognized medical experts have consistently obtained some of the most impressive settlements and verdicts on behalf of our clients.

Few firms can match our reputation for trial success in medical malpractice litigation. This reputation gives us a powerful advantage when negotiating against doctors’ malpractice insurance companies, often resulting in higher settlement offers for our clients.

How to Start a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit with Porter Law Group

Starting a medical malpractice lawsuit begins with a free consultation, where we carefully assess the facts of your case. Our process includes:

  1. A thorough review of your medical records and care timeline
  2. Consultation with leading medical experts to establish the standard of care
  3. Detailed documentation of how the healthcare provider deviated from that standard
  4. Comprehensive assessment of all damages you have suffered
  5. Filing of a formal complaint within New York's statute of limitations

We know how to properly investigate and build even the most complex cases—and our results speak for themselves.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to medical errors or negligence, put Porter Law Group’s team of experienced New York medical malpractice lawyers to work for you.

We will fight to secure the justice and compensation you and your family deserve.

What Kind of Lawyer Do You Need to Sue a Doctor?

When seeking to sue a doctor for medical negligence, you need an attorney who specializes specifically in medical malpractice law. Medical malpractice cases are highly technical and complex, requiring attorneys who:

  • Understand advanced medical terminology, treatment protocols, and hospital procedures
  • Have established relationships with qualified medical expert witnesses
  • Are deeply familiar with healthcare regulations, hospital standards, and licensing requirements
  • Have experience negotiating with powerful medical malpractice insurance companies
  • Possess strong trial experience specific to medical negligence cases

At the Porter Law Group, our New York medical malpractice attorneys bring all of these qualifications together, along with decades of proven success representing injured patients and their families.

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Compensation You May Be Entitled To After Medical Negligence

If you have suffered due to medical malpractice, you may be entitled to recover compensation for a wide range of damages, including:

If you have been injured by medical negligence, you’re not alone. Despite many advancements in medical science, hundreds of thousands of people in the United States die each year as a result of medical negligence. That death toll equates to roughly 10 percent of the total deaths in United States annually.

In 2014, the Journal of Patient Safety estimated that over 440,000 Americans die each year from preventable medical errors. Sadly, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has concluded that medical negligence is the third leading cause of death in the U.S.—right behind heart disease and cancer.

Medical malpractice occurs in many different forms and can result in injuries that are significant and often catastrophic. Our lawyers have extensive experience representing clients affected by a wide range of medical malpractice in New York.

When you or a loved one has been severely injured as a result of medical malpractice, expenses can quickly mount. If a lifetime of care is required, families can become overwhelmed both emotionally and financially. Although healthcare programs often remain in place for victims, they usually provide only very basic care.

Types of Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle

The costs of more “advanced” care tend to fall on the victim or his or her family. For this reason, every person who has been injured as a result of medical malpractice deserves compensation from those who are responsible. We will work to identify all parties at fault and pursue the appropriate legal action against each and every person or entity who caused the harm through all kinds of medical malpractice, including the following cases:

How Long Does a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Take?

One of the most common questions clients ask is about the timeline for resolving a medical malpractice case. In New York, these lawsuits typically take between 1-3 years to resolve, although complex cases may take longer. Several factors can influence the timeline:

  • The complexity of the medical issues involved
  • The number of defendants
  • The cooperation of healthcare providers
  • Court scheduling and backlog issues
  • Whether the case settles or proceeds to trial

At the Porter Law Group, we work diligently to move your case forward efficiently, without compromising the thoroughness needed to secure maximum compensation.

Why You Need the Best Medical Negligence Lawyers

When you or a loved one suffers from medical malpractice, the emotional and financial burden can be overwhelming. Victims often require a lifetime of medical care and support—expenses that government healthcare programs rarely cover fully. 

Advanced medical care, rehabilitation, adaptive equipment, and therapies often fall entirely on the injured patient and their family. For this reason, every individual harmed by medical negligence deserves full and fair compensation to cover these lifelong needs. 

The best medical malpractice lawyers will carefully identify all responsible parties and pursue aggressive legal action to hold them accountable.

What Makes Porter Law Group the Best Medical Negligence Lawyers in New York?

Medical malpractice litigation is highly complex, requiring a rare combination of legal skill, medical understanding, and trial experience. Our reputation as among the best medical negligence lawyers in New York is built on:

  • Specialized knowledge of both medicine and law
  • Access to top-tier medical expert witnesses
  • Decades of successful experience handling medical malpractice cases
  • Substantial verdicts and settlements for our clients across New York State
  • Personalized attention to each client's unique situation
  • No fees unless we win your case

Visit our recent results page to see examples of the results we've obtained for our clients.

Real-Life Scenarios of Medical Malpractice

Imagine taking a loved one to a routine medical appointment, only to have them receive the wrong dosage of medication resulting in a fatal outcome. This is just one of the many heartbreaking scenarios our clients bring to us every day.

In many cases of malpractice, the patient survives but suffers lifelong health problems. These injuries can happen during even the most routine medical procedures or diagnostic tests. What makes these tragedies especially devastating is that most deaths and injuries from medical negligence are entirely preventable.

Many people believe that only doctors and hospitals can be held accountable for malpractice.  In reality, any healthcare provider can be liable—from the person wheeling the patient into the emergency room to the pharmacist filling a prescription. Anyone involved in a patient's care can be held responsible if their negligence causes harm.

Medical Malpractice in New York Hospitals

Most medical malpractice cases occur inside hospitals, where complex diagnoses and treatments take place daily. While New York has one of the most extensive healthcare systems in the country, mistakes still happen even in highly reputable institutions. When medical errors are coupled with negligence, patients can suffer devastating physical, emotional, and financial consequences.

If you or a loved one experienced medical negligence at any New York hospital or healthcare facility listed below, you may be entitled to compensation. Do not hesitate to contact our experienced New York medical malpractice lawyers to discuss your legal options.

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Serving All of New York from Long Island to Watertown

Victims of medical malpractice deserve to feel confident that every responsible party will be held accountable and that their attorneys will fight relentlessly for full and fair compensation. At Porter Law Group, our medical malpractice lawyers work tirelessly to identify all negligent individuals and entities involved and pursue maximum compensation from each one.

We have consistently secured multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements for clients injured by medical negligence throughout New York State. Our goal is to ensure that you are compensated for your pain and suffering, lost wages, medical expenses, and other related damages.

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Why Choose Porter Law Group for Your Medical Malpractice Case

The lawyers at the Porter Law Group have decades of experience representing individuals and families whose lives have been devastated by catastrophic injuries. We have obtained some of the largest settlements and verdicts in courts throughout the State of New York. We are a state-wide firm that handles cases with a hometown feel.

Our clients come to us looking for guidance and answers. With seasoned trial lawyers, the Porter Law Group has the resources necessary to help you navigate the most complex cases, against goliath insurance companies that will stop at nothing to prevent you from receiving the compensation you deserve.  

You only get one chance to choose the best lawyer for you and your family. Hire the lawyers most recommended by former clients and local attorneys, and the firm that delivers superior results. 

When you or a loved one’s life has been devastated by a serious personal injury in New York, don’t hire a lawyer without calling the Porter Law Group to learn why so many of our clients are thankful they trusted us with their case in their time of need.     

Contact New York Medical Malpractice Lawyers Today

Some people have fallen victim to the drumbeat of insurance lobbyists and believe there should be a cap on medical malpractice damages and judgments. However, it is safe to assume that these very same “tort reform” lobbyists have never themselves suffered from this type of injury or had a family member injured or killed because of medical negligence.

When a person is injured through no fault of their own while under the care of a trusted healthcare provider, the responsible party must be held accountable. We ensure they are. Contact us today to discuss your case. We will evaluate all of the facts and tell you the best course of action for your particular situation.

Call Porter Law Group at 833-PORTER9, or email us at info@porterlawteam.com.

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May 22, 2025
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