Anesthesia Errors

Attorneys Who Understand the Complex Nature of Anesthesia Errors

An anesthesiologist plays a vital role in surgery and other medical procedure. His or her job is to make sure you stay under anesthesia during an operation. Anesthesiologists and nurses also monitor your life signs throughout the operation.

When one of these individuals fails to deliver the standard medical care you need, you may have a medical malpractice claim. Since anesthesiology is a niche area of medical practice and is part of a larger operation, it is important to work with an attorney with experience in this area. You want an attorney who knows how to examine the evidence of your injury and hold all of the negligent parties accountable for your injuries.

The lawyers of Smiley & Smiley, LLP, have more than 80 years of combined legal experience in medical malpractice cases. We have extensive knowledge of standard medical procedures during anesthesia and surgery. We can help you pursue the compensation you need to cover your injuries.

To discuss your case in a free consultation with a New York City anesthesia error lawyer at our firm, contact us online. We can answer your questions and help you start building your claim against those who injured you.

Investigating Your Anesthesia Injury

There are different types of anesthesia depending on the procedure you need. Whether your anesthesia was local, general or regional, we can help you investigate the cause of your injury. We have handled a wide range of anesthesia error cases involving:

• Incorrect dosage of anesthetic
• Wrong type of anesthetic
• Failure to monitor vital signs
• Allergic reactions to anesthetic
• Reactions to mixing anesthetic with other medications
• Improper intubation or extubation

Our legal team frequently works with medical experts to determine the cause of our clients’ injuries. Through thorough investigation, we can help our clients pursue compensation to cover medical costs, lost wages, and damages for pain and suffering.