Buffalo Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Case Results

Settlement

$96M

sexual abuse

Recovered for child sexual abuse survivors

Settlement

$75M

Sexual Abuse

Verdict for survivor of sexual abuse

Settlement

$3.5M

Sexual Abuse

Settlement for an individual sexual abuse survivor

Settlement

$3.1M

Car Accident

Secured for car crash victim

Settlement

$2.9M

Sexual Abuse

Settlement for an individual sexual abuse survivor

Awards and Accolades

195,000 People Die From Preventable Mistakes In Hospitals Every Year.

Our team has fought for hundreds of clients with medical malpractice cases. Fifteen to twenty thousand medical malpractice cases are filed in the U.S. every year. It takes an experienced Buffalo medical malpractice lawyer to navigate the complex rules of medical malpractice law. Medical malpractice cases require proof that the medical professional violated the required standard of care and that the injured party suffered physically and/or emotionally as a result of that violation. Our experienced team of malpractice lawyers has represented personal injury clients across New York State, and we’re ready to fight for you.

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Our Process

When you or a member of your family needs an experienced lawyer for a medical malpractice or wrongful death lawsuit, the team of skilled personal injury attorneys at Steve Boyd, PC, are here to fight for your rights and secure compensation for medical expenses, loss of income, and pain and suffering. Attorney Steve Boyd has more than 20 years of experience helping personal injury clients who have pursued medical malpractice claims.

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Since 1999, Steve has been a beacon of hope for survivors, representing them with utmost dedication in the most challenging times of their lives. Catastrophic injuries, accidents, sexual abuse, wrongful death incidents – your battle becomes his. Recognized by peers and clients alike, Steve successfully leverages his years of experience to secure substantial verdicts and settlements for clients. Representing over 3,000 personal injury survivors in New York State and Pennsylvania, his accolades speak for his unwavering resolve.

Our legal team will:

  • Provide a free case review
  • Identify & preserve crucial evidence
  • Recruit economic professionals to provide financial analysis
  • Locate & interview key witnesses
  • Create an overview of financial impact & “loss of services”
  • Travel to you
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Unsure if you have a case? Let’s have a conversation; it will be completely confidential. We’ll believe you. We’ll walk you through the process so that you understand what this is, what we’ll do, and how your case will go as we stand with you every single step of the way.

Steve Boyd

BUFFALO MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYER

Common Medical Errors in U.S.

  • Adverse drug events
  • Infections
  • Injury from falls & immobility
  • Pressure ulcers
  • Ventilator-associated pneumonia
  • Wrong site/wrong procedure surgery
  • Misdiagnoses for: cancer issues; neurological issues; cardiac issues; timely response to surgical complications and post-op; and urological issues

Case Results

Settlement

$96M

sexual abuse

Recovered for child sexual abuse survivors

Verdict

$75M

Sexual Abuse

Verdict for survivor of sexual abuse

Settlement

$3.5M

Sexual Abuse

Settlement for an individual sexual abuse survivor

Medical Malpractice Statistics in U.S.

  • $685.3M were paid out in claims in New York State in one year (2018))
  • More than 50% of physicians will be named in a lawsuit during their career
  • Roughly 68 claims are filed for every 100 physicians
  • Specialists are sued more than primary care doctors, and surgeons are the most likely to be sued
  • Almost half of those sued have other professionals named in the lawsuit also
  • One-third of physicians were sued due to failure to diagnose or late diagnosis

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Are Saying About Us

FAQs on Medical Malpractice

How quickly should I speak to a lawyer after a medical malpractice injury?

If you or a family member has suffered injury or death due to a medical mistake or malpractice, you should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible. The process can be challenging, and you’ll want an experienced attorney who understands the complex medical malpractice laws in New York State. Contact us today for a free case review.

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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by attorney Steve Boyd who has more than 25 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney specializing in child sexual abuse and clergy abuse cases.

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