Misdiagnosis Lawyer Near You in New Jersey
When seeking medical care, patients rely on healthcare professionals to accurately diagnose a condition and recommend appropriate treatment. However, when a doctor fails to diagnose or misdiagnoses an illness or injury, the results can have serious physical, emotional, and financial consequences.
At Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC, our medical malpractice lawyers know that a misdiagnosis is more than just a mistake – it’s also a breach of trust between doctor and patient. Attorney Paul M. da Costa and his medical malpractice team have recovered substantial settlement and verdicts for patients and families in New Jersey who have been harmed by incorrect or delayed misdiagnoses. Our misdiagnosis attorneys are dedicated to helping you hold negligent parties accountable and seeking the justice and compensation you deserve.
What Is Medical Misdiagnosis?
Medical misdiagnosis occurs when a healthcare provider incorrectly identifies a condition, is slow to diagnose a condition, or fails to diagnose a condition altogether. Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose may happen due to:
- A doctor ignoring symptoms
- Failing to gather or review a patient’s medical history
- Failing to order proper diagnostic tests
- Misinterpreting test results
- Errors during the testing process
- Not referring a patient to a specialist
For life-threating conditions such as cancer, heart disease, or infection, receiving a prompt, accurate diagnosis is vital. Our misdiagnosis lawyers in New Jersey have seen the unnecessary suffering patients and families endure due to incorrect diagnoses. We fight for patients’ rights and work tirelessly to hold medical providers and powerful health systems accountable.
Types of Cases Our Misdiagnosis Lawyers Handle
Diagnostic Errors by Healthcare Providers
Diagnostic errors occur when a physician or healthcare provider fails to accurately identify a patient’s condition. Even a seemingly small mistake can have severe repercussions.
Commonly misdiagnosed conditions include:
- Heart disease or heart attack
- Stroke
- Pulmonary embolism
- Aneurysm
- Cancer
- Appendicitis
- Sepsis
- Meningitis
- Pneumonia
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Claims involving misdiagnosis are often challenging to prove. Our misdiagnosis attorneys work with respected medical experts to thoroughly investigate, gather evidence, and build a compelling case.
Diagnostic Testing Errors
Sometimes, misdiagnosis isn’t caused by a doctor’s mistake, but by an error in the testing process. Human error in a lab, faulty equipment, and misinterpretation of imaging results all can contribute to an overlooked condition or incorrect diagnosis. Our team knows what to look for to identify potential issues in the testing process and how they occurred.
Delayed Diagnosis
When a serious illness or injury isn’t diagnosed in a timely manner, necessary treatment may be more invasive, a patient’s condition can worsen, and the eventual outcome may be deadly. Infections and cancers that progress quickly are common conditions that can lead to severe harm or death if a proper diagnosis is delayed. This can mean months or even years of avoidable pain, aggressive treatment, and costly medical bills.
Paul and his team put their experience to work to help patients pursue the fair compensation they deserve. If you’ve lost a loved one due to a delayed or incorrect diagnosis, a medical malpractice lawyer can review your case and advise you on whether you have a viable wrongful death claim.
Why Choose Our Misdiagnosis Lawyers?
We know that dealing with an injury or condition caused by a medical misdiagnosis can leave you feeling powerless and uncertain about the future. Paul and our misdiagnosis attorneys are widely respected in the New Jersey legal community and are familiar with the nuances of the system at all levels. We’ve built a reputation for compassion, professionalism, and the relentless pursuit of justice for our clients.
We understand what’s at stake for you and your family. We handle all communications with insurance companies and negotiate aggressively on your behalf. Our medical malpractice team is always ready to go to trial if a reasonable settlement can’t be reached through negotiation. Paul and members of his team are certified civil trial attorneys and have represented victims of medical malpractice in some of the most complex, high-stakes cases in New Jersey.
Paul is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and a fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, which are both invitation-only membership trial attorney associations. Paul and his team have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® as a Tier 1 Medical Malpractice – Plaintiffs law firm in New Jersey for 2022 and 2024. The National Law Journal selected Paul M. da Costa and his team as recipients of its prestigious 2022 Elite Trial Lawyers Awards in the medical malpractice category.
Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC was selected by their peers for inclusion in the Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms Regional Tier 1 – New Jersey, in the areas of:
- Arbitration
- Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
- Mediation
- Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Paul and 16 other attorneys at Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC were also included in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.
Contact a Misdiagnosis Lawyer Near You in New Jersey
At Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC, our medical malpractice attorneys provide compassionate, tenacious legal representation you can trust. If you or a loved one has been harmed by a medical misdiagnosis, contact us or call 973-274-5200 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with Paul M. da Costa today. Our misdiagnosis attorneys offer several convenient locations near you in Roseland, Bridgewater, Hackensack, Morristown, and Eatontown, NJ.
Frequently Asked Questions About Misdiagnosis Cases in New Jersey
How long do I have to file a medical misdiagnosis lawsuit in New Jersey?
Generally, in New Jersey the statute of limitations for medical malpractice lawsuits is two years. However, medical misdiagnosis cases are complex, and deadlines may be extended in some circumstances. Our attorneys can determine how the statute of limitations may impact your claim.
What types of damages can I recover in a misdiagnosis case?
Each case is unique. Many different factors can affect the types of damages an injured victim pursues. Your misdiagnosis lawyer may be able to help you recover compensation for:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of companionship and consortium
- Damages specific to your case
Our medical malpractice attorneys work closely with experienced medical experts and financial professionals to ensure your claim is accurately valued.
How much does it cost to hire a misdiagnosis attorney in New Jersey?
Our medical malpractice attorneys and personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means you don’t pay anything upfront. We get paid only if we secure compensation for you. Attorneys’ fees and other legal costs are deducted from any settlement or award you receive.
