MRSA Related Illnesses
MRSA-Related Illness Lawyers in New York
Detecting & Standing Up Against Medical Malpractice
MRSA stands for “methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus.” This antibiotic-resistant bacterium can cause dangerous infections. Our firm, Flanzig & Flanzig, LLP, handles medical malpractice cases involving MRSA. Speak with a New York personal injury attorney from our legal team to discuss your case. We are here to help you recover fair compensation and peace of mind, and weproudly serve victims throughout New York City, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, and Long Island, and all surrounding areas in the Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
Call our New York MRSA-related illness attorneys for a free consultation today at (866) 794-1112, or contact us online.
Do I Have a MRSA-Related Case?
These are some of the common ways MRSA treatment can be mishandled:
- Failure to recognize MRSA soft-tissue infection — Conventional teaching is to treat skin and soft-tissue infections with agents such as cephalexin or cefazolin. Patients who fail to respond require a culture and/or switch in treatment to include an agent that covers MRSA such as vancomycin, trimethoprim-sulfa, or linezolid. Failure or delay in doing so can lead to necrotizing fasciitis, osteomyelitis, and other life-threatening complications and even death.
- Patient with history of MRSA and recurrent soft-tissue infection is assumed to have MRSA until proven otherwise — To treat such a patient who is suffering from a wound infection with an agent such as cephalexin delays appropriate therapy and subjects the patient to unnecessary complications.
- Failure to appropriately screen for MRSA — It is now recommended that patients who undergo hardware or prosthesis material placement including vascular grafts be screened pre-operation for MRSA. If the screen is positive, the options are decolonization — which can take several days to a week — or use of prophylactic vancomycin pre-operatively. Failure to take either of these steps can lead to hardware and wound infection.
- Delays in recognition and treatment of MRSA bloodstream infections — Unfortunately, delays still occur, often with devastating results. No bacteremia with S. aureus, MRSA, or MSSA is ever considered a “skin contaminant.” Such thinking was common years ago, but has been shown to be incorrect.
- Failure to initiate draining for deep space infection — This can occur with MRSA or MSSA but is likely to be more devastating with MRSA.
- Failure to recognize side effects and limitations of therapies such as linezolid and vancomycin — Linezolid, for example, should never be used beyond two weeks due to bone marrow toxicity. It is also bacteriostatic and not cidal, which renders it suboptimal for osteomyelitis. Linezolid is not approved for treatment of osteomyelitis by the United States Food & Drug Administration.
If you have developed MRSA and any of these or other problems occurred during diagnosis or treatment, contact our MRSA-related illness lawyers in New York at (866) 794-1112.
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Real People,
REAL RESULTS
- $4.8 Million Settlement for family of 29 Year Old Manhattan Cyclist
- Recovery for Manhattan Pedestrian
- Recovery for Victim of Vespa Crash
- Recovery for Doctor's Failure to Properly Diagnose and Treat Breast Cancer
- Recovery for Victim of September 11th Attack at the World Trade Center
Client Testimonials
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“Went above and beyond to get a favorable settlement”
“Dan and his team were quick to respond after my bike accident and went above and beyond to get a favorable settlement.”- Jared -
“Phenomenal Team!”
The team here is nothing short of phenomenal. I reached out about my case on a Sunday afternoon from the hospital and we spoke before the evening was over. Since then, they have been happy to answer any question I have, and walked me through the entire process from handling my no-fault insurance to ultimately getting a settlement offer.- Conor
To any cyclist in search of a lawyer who understands the challenges of biking in this city, look no further than Daniel and his team. -
“I am grateful to her and her firm for their expertise and diligence.”
Almost 4 years ago I was struck by a delivery truck while on my bike and suffered a shattered wrist. Cathy Flanzig guided me through the process of bringing a suit against the company that owned the truck and the driver. Ms. Flanzig was professional and compassionate and realistic throughout the whole process. I am grateful to her and her firm for their expertise and diligence.- Kathe D. -
“Combination of legal expertise with a compassionate approach”
If you are in search of a lawyer who combines legal expertise with a compassionate approach to client care, look no further than Daniel Flanzig and his team at Flanzig and Flanzig. From start to finish, Daniel not only holds an impressive depth of legal knowledge, especially in bicycle laws, but also a remarkable commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for me. Daniel took the time to thoroughly understand the nuances of my case, patiently listened to my concerns, and provided clear, concise explanations of the legal strategies available. This level of transparency and communication instilled a sense of confidence and reassurance during what was initially a daunting process. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking top-tier legal representation.- Runa R. -
“Supported me since DAY ONE of my 2.5 year journey!”
Daniel Flanzig was with me on DAY ONE of my 2.5 year journey through the fractured legal system following a serious bicycle accident which left me with two broken wrists. The thirteen day hospital stay included surgeries on both, titanium plates implanted on both, and a severe challenge to my mental health and way of life. Unfortunately, I needed two- Marty Keiser
more surgeries on the significantly more damaged right wrist. Dan navigated me through the strained New York City Medical System, still struggling in late 2021 from the wrath of COVID. When the lawsuit needed to be moved to New Jersey, Dan seamlessly transferred the case to Joseph G. Hughes. Both men proved to be upstanding attorneys and outstanding human beings, emotionally invested in my traumatic, drawn-out experience, and committed to reaching the settlement deserved. After matters were resolved by Mr. Hughes, I received a call from Dan, closing this chapter of our time together, but cementing a lifelong connection filled with the utmost respect and gratitude. -
“Helped me through a difficult time with great results!”
I recently suffered a grievous injury being struck by a drunk driver while cycling, when dealing with short-term disability, hospital bills, and all manner of associated paperwork I received care and support from the lawyers at Flanzig & Flanzig. Can't recommend their services enough, they really helped me through a difficult time with great results!- Brandon W. -
“Ever since my accident, they paid close attention to my needs & welcomed any questions.”
- Efren V.Exceptional lawyers with great client services. Ever since my accident they paid close attention to my needs and welcomed any questions. Any issue I had was met with a prompt response via phone or email. They made the process easy and produced results. I would definitely return if I ever needed their services again.
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“Daniel & his team handled all the legal heavy lifting & logistics so that it wouldn’t be burden.”
I could not recommend Flanzig & Flanzig more highly for their expertise, skill, professionalism, and care. After being hit by a car, I was hospitalized for a month due to multiple fractures and surgeries and had to undergo intensive physical therapy—during which time Daniel and his team took care of all the medical billing, insurance claims, and legal paperwork so that my family and I could focus on my recovery. Throughout the duration of the matter, Daniel and his team continued to handle all the legal heavy lifting and logistics/administration so that I wouldn’t be burdened, and Daniel was always communicative and proactive in providing updates and answering my questions. Thanks to Daniel’s work, experience, and capability, I received a much more significant settlement on a much faster timeline than expected. I’ve recommended Flanzig & Flanzig to other friends seeking a personal injury attorney, and I am incredibly grateful to Daniel and his team for their continued work and care. Their time, understanding, and expertise mean so much to me and my family for making an incredibly stressful and taxing situation much easier.- Kathryn L.
