Lung cancer can be difficult to detect in its early stages. The symptoms can be similar to the common cold: a chronic cough, hoarse voice and difficulty breathing. Additionally, an X-ray at the doctor's office may not detect signs of lung cancer. However, without proper screening or diagnosis during this critical time, lung cancer can lead to premature death.
Was your or a loved one's lung cancer missed by your doctor or misdiagnosed? We can help. At Smiley & Smiley, LLP, our New York City attorneys have experience helping individuals and families through the legal process. We will stand by your side and help you seek justice after a misdiagnosis of lung cancer.
Our attorneys have handled more than 1,000 medical malpractice claims, including many verdicts and settlements greater than $1 million. We have the knowledge and insight to provide you with a clear assessment of your case. We will explain what you can expect going forward, and we will work with you at every stage so that you stay informed and that your case is handled diligently and efficiently.
When you work with our firm, we will conduct a thorough investigation into your case. We have experience reviewing and assessing medical records to determine the source of the misdiagnosis and to determine if your doctor — or another medical professional — was negligent.
Every misdiagnosis case is unique, and whether the medical professional was negligent in your case will depend on the facts.
Did the doctor fail to refer to an oncologist or other specialist? When test results are suspicious, and the doctor fails to refer the patient to a specialist, it can further delay the proper diagnosis.
$1,395,000 prior to jury selection for the wife and children of a 46-year-old chef who died as a result of a failure to timely diagnose lung cancer.
From our office in Midtown Manhattan, we provide free initial consultations to clients who have suffered after a lung cancer misdiagnosis. You will owe no attorney fees until we secure compensation for you. You can contact us by email, call us at 212-986-2022 or at 866-SMILEYLAW anytime.