How long do you have in New York to file a malpractice lawsuit for elective surgery ?

July 17, 2018

Question

Had a chin lift in September 2016 plus mini face lift Dr scared me terribly and I have numbness and discomfort everyday I’m not a sue kind of person but I feel an injustice had been done to me for life I also have pictures of the markings dr c...

Answer

Elective plastic surgery procedures have a reputation as being difficult cases but understand this - a patient never elects or consents to a surgeon's malpractice. If that is what happened to you (and ideally you have a second opinion to back this up), the statute of limitations is 2 1/2 years from the date of surgery. You really ought to remove your personal information from here. All you can do is try to find a NY lawyer to look at the case - you will need your surgery records and photos. I wish you the best of luck.


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