Syracuse Pediatric Malpractice Attorneys

When a Child Is Harmed by Medical Negligence

Medical malpractice is never acceptable—but it is especially devastating when the injured patient is a child. Parents trust pediatricians and children's hospitals to provide a high standard of care. When that trust is broken by negligence, children and their families can be left with lifelong consequences.

The medical malpractice attorneys at Cherundolo Law Firm, PLLC help families of injured children hold negligent medical professionals accountable.

What Is Pediatric Malpractice?

Pediatric malpractice is when a medical professional—such as a pediatrician, pediatric specialist, or pediatric nurse—acts negligently, resulting in harm to a child patient. This negligence could be a specific action the provider took or a failure to take reasonable and appropriate action. As a result, a child may suffer the ongoing effects of an illness that could have been treated earlier, a new injury, or a serious complication.

Common Examples of Pediatric Malpractice

• Failure to diagnose serious childhood illnesses such as meningitis, sepsis, or cancer
• Misreading symptoms of common but dangerous conditions
• Medication errors in pediatric dosing
• Failure to recognize child abuse or neglect
• Vaccine administration errors
• Negligent treatment of infections
• Failure to refer to a specialist
• Errors in pediatric surgery or anesthesia
• Birth injuries that carry into infancy

The Challenges of Pediatric Malpractice Cases

Proving pediatric malpractice can be difficult. Doctors and hospitals almost always deny wrongdoing, and their insurance companies and legal teams are prepared to fight back. These cases require detailed knowledge of pediatric medicine, access to qualified medical experts, and the resources to develop a thorough case.

Our firm has the experience, the professional network, and the commitment needed to pursue pediatric malpractice claims effectively. When you work with our team, experienced attorneys are personally involved in your child's case.

Compensation in Pediatric Malpractice Cases

Because children have their entire lives ahead of them, damages in pediatric malpractice cases can be substantial. Families may be entitled to compensation for ongoing medical care, future medical needs, lost future earning capacity, adaptive equipment, special education, and pain and suffering. Protecting a child's financial future after a serious medical injury often requires careful planning and experienced counsel.