$900,000 Medical Malpractice Settlement for Hip Surgery Gone Wrong
- BLITZ LAW GROUP
- May 27
- 2 min read
$900,000 Medical Malpractice Settlement for Hip Surgery Gone Wrong
At Blitz Law Group, we are committed to holding medical professionals accountable when their negligence causes life-altering harm. We recently secured a $900,000 settlement for a 67-year-old client who suffered a permanent foot drop following a botched hip replacement surgery.
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The Case: Nerve Damage After Routine Hip Surgery
Our client required a total hip replacement due to a debilitating degenerative condition that affected his mobility and quality of life. Unfortunately, instead of relieving his pain, the surgery left him with permanent nerve damage.
During the operation, the surgeon improperly placed a retractor through soft tissue, damaging the femoral nerve—a critical nerve responsible for leg movement and sensation. This injury caused a permanent foot drop, a condition where the front of the foot drags due to muscle weakness or nerve damage.
The malpractice was confirmed when, during a later nerve decompression surgery, a significant amount of scar tissue was found wrapped around the femoral nerve, indicating surgical trauma.
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The Fight for Justice
Medical malpractice cases are notoriously difficult and complex. Hospitals and insurance carriers often refuse to admit fault, even when the evidence is clear. But at Blitz Law Group, we know how to build a strong case.
Through extensive litigation, expert testimony, and a rigorous discovery process, we demonstrated that the surgical team deviated from the accepted standard of care. On the eve of trial, we secured a $900,000 settlement for our client—giving him the financial support he needs to manage his condition and move forward.
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What to Do If You Suspect Medical Malpractice
If you or a loved one has experienced serious complications after a medical procedure, it’s critical to take action quickly:
✅ Get a second medical opinion
A new doctor can confirm whether the injury was preventable or the result of a medical error.
✅ Request your medical records
These documents are essential for understanding what went wrong and for your attorney to review.
✅ Contact a medical malpractice attorney
You have a limited time to file a claim. In New York, the statute of limitations is typically 2.5 years from the date of the malpractice—or from the end of continuous treatment.
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Blitz Law Group Fights for Victims of Medical Negligence
We’re not afraid to go head-to-head with hospitals and large insurance companies. If you believe you’ve been a victim of surgical error, misdiagnosis, or negligence, contact us for a free consultation.
📞 (212) 871-1300
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You don’t pay us a dime unless we win your case. That’s the Blitz Law promise.
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