A four-day delay. A treatable infection. A life that should not have been lost. In a landmark medical malpractice victory, Judith A. Livingston proved that critical delays in treating an infected gallbladder led directly to catastrophic complications and wrongful death. A Suffolk County jury agreed, holding the healthcare providers accountable and awarding $13 million to the grieving family.
As a leading Suffolk County medical malpractice attorney, Judith Livingston demonstrated that when urgent care is required, inaction is a form of negligence. This verdict sends a powerful message to medical institutions throughout New York: failing to diagnose and treat an infection timely is a breach of the standard of care that has devastating consequences. KDLM remains the premier firm for families seeking accountability in cases involving surgical errors and wrongful death.. Read More