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De Caro & Kaplen has a history of multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for our New York hospital malpractice clients. Recent cases which resulted in successful recovery include:
De Caro & Kaplen, LLP represents New York residents in cases involving any form of hospital malpractice or negligence. Some examples of the types of cases we've handled in our 45 years+ in practice include:
It’s not just doctors who can be held liable for medical neglect. Hospitals are responsible for the careless behavior of their nurses, nurse’s aides, physician’s assistants, and technicians who caused harm to an innocent patient.
De Caro & Kaplen LLP has a 4.9 star rating on Google reviews, aggregated from over 175 client reviews. Below are a selection of reviews from our clients.
"My family needed help with a complicated personal injury case. I was fortunate to be referred to De Caro & Kaplen. Outstanding attorneys! Michael and Shana are reliable, intelligent, and dedicated advocates. There were a number of times I had specific concerns about the case and Michael was always steps ahead. The attention paid to details was truly remarkable. Shana and Michael always responded quickly to every call and email. Their assistant, Andy was consistently patient, kind, and helpful. They provided seamless referrals to rehabilitation facilities and elder care experts as needed. Shana and Michael consistently went above and beyond in countless ways throughout 2 1/2 years to ensure the most favorable outcome for my family. De Caro & Kaplen navigated each and every aspect of the lawsuit and mediation with professionalism and integrity. Incredible given the many delays due to COVID. I highly recommend De Caro & Kaplen."
"After my first meeting with Michael Kaplen I knew I was in the right hands. He and his team are amazing. I would recommend them to anyone in need of an attorney that will get the job done while giving their clients a piece of mind. Complete honesty and candor each step of the process which I respect."
"Fantastic experience! Accepted to pursue my case with many challenges. Michael Kaplen never gave up, even when posed with a vicious defense attorney. He was always one step ahead of the attorney and beat her at ever turn. When I called, emailed, or texted, Mr. Kaplen responded personally. The customer service was terrific and I always felt their entire team was attentive to every concern I had. I highly recommend the DeCaro/Kaplen team and thank them for everything they did for me!"
With over 45 years experience in medical malpractice law, our partners Shana De Caro and Michael V. Kaplen help our clients get the justice and compensation they deserve. Our attorneys have the passion and persistence to take on any hospital malpractice case in New York—and win.
Call today on (212) 732 2262 or email help@brainlaw.com to arrange your free consultation.
When you hire De Caro & Kaplen, LLP for your hospital malpractice case in New York our partners Shana De Caro and Michael V. Kaplen will personally handle your case from start to finish. Unlike some other prominent NYC firms, who will hand your case off to a paralegal, Shana and Michael, who each have over 45 years experience in personal injury and medical malpractice law, will personally work on your behalf to ensure you receive the justice and compensation you deserve, preparing every case as if it will go to trial.
Our firm is recognized nationwide for our expertise in medical malpractice cases involving traumatic brain injury. Our partner Shana De Caro served two-terms as Chairwoman of The Brain Injury Association of America, and Michael V. Kaplen served as President of The Brain Injury Association of New York State
Brain injuries occur frequently in hospital emergency rooms, where an ill patient is discharged before the results of X-rays, CT scans, and other critical tests are reported. As a result, problems that were easily treatable can grow into life-threatening medical conditions.
In one case handled by our firm, a CT scan was not taken of a young man with severe head pain following a car and motorcycle accident. He was sent home. There, he developed seizures and was rushed back to the hospital. A CT scan was finally taken and showed bleeding in the brain. If a timely CT scan had been taken before he was initially sent home, this man could have received proper treatment and avoided permanent brain damage.
In another sad case, a young child with high fever, lethargy, and a stiff neck sustained brain injury because the ER physician failed to take the proper tests to diagnose meningitis.
Yes, our firm has a history of significant jury verdicts in New York courts. For example we recently secured a $3,900,000 jury verdict for a medical malpractice case that resulted in wrongful death.
Yes, our firm has extensive experience handling complex hospital malpractice cases and is recognized nationwide for our expertise in traumatic brain injury. We have previously represented clients in cases involving brain injury, stroke, and anesthesia errors, and have a deep understanding the critical nature of these conditions and the devastating impact they have on patients and their families.
Yes, our firm retains a medical experts. These experts are crucial in uncovering medical misconduct and negligence, ensuring that your hospital malpractice case is built on a strong foundation of medical fact and expert opinion.
Yes, our firm prepares every hospital malpractice case as if it will go to trial. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we will proceed to trial and vigorously present your case to a jury for a verdict. Partner Michael V. Kaplen is board-certified in Civil Trial Law, underscoring our commitment to trial advocacy.
Our hospital malpractice lawyers serve the entire State of New York including New York City, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island and Queens. We also serve Nassau and Suffolk, Rockland, Westchester Counties, Albany, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse and surrounding areas.
Yes, we are very familiar with specific NYC hospital systems and their administrative hurdles. Our firm accepts cases against major New York hospitals, including Bellevue, Mount Sinai, NYU Langone, and all NYC and New York State facilities.
Our partners Shana De Caro and Michael V. Kaplen each have over 45 years of specialized experience in New York medical malpractice.
Yes, Shana De Caro has published significant case results in the New York Law Journal and Trial Magazine. This demonstrates our commitment to sharing knowledge and our recognized contributions to the legal community in New York.
Yes, our partners are actively involved in legal leadership and scholarship. Shana De Caro serves on the Board of Directors of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers and has authored scholarly works, including 'Telehealth and Traumatic Brain Injury,' showcasing our deep engagement with legal advancements.
When it comes to prosecuting a hospital malpractice lawsuit, having a qualified attorney on your side is essential. Our partners, Shana De Caro & Michael Kaplen, have years of experience helping patients navigate the complex legal terrain of malpractice litigation in New York. Michael is board certified* in the area of medical malpractice by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys and serves on its Board of Directors.
Shana and Michael are skilled at uncovering the serious medical misconduct and negligence that led to a patient’s injury. In some cases, they’ve even discovered that medical records had been tampered with in order to cover up mistakes made by the hospital. Our thorough investigations—performed with the help of medical experts—leave no stone unturned.
De Caro & Kaplen, LLP represents clients on a contingency basis. This means you pay a fee only if we obtain financial compensation for you and your family.
Contact us today for a free consultation.