Middlesex County Medical Malpractice Lawyers: Standing Up for Victims of Medical Negligence

When we seek medical care, we trust that our doctors, nurses, and hospitals will follow the highest standards of care. Unfortunately, that trust is sometimes broken — leading to life-changing injury or even wrongful death. If you or a loved one has been harmed due to a healthcare provider’s negligence, the Middlesex County medical malpractice lawyers at Gill & Chamas are here to help you secure justice and the compensation you deserve.

What Qualifies as Medical Malpractice in Middlesex County?

Not all bad outcomes are malpractice. But when a medical professional makes an avoidable mistake that causes injury, it may be grounds for a claim.

Examples include:

• Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
• Surgical errors (wrong site, retained instruments)
• Medication or dosage errors
• Anesthesia mistakes
• Failure to monitor patients during or after procedures
• Birth injuries (cerebral palsy, shoulder dystocia)
• Negligent post-operative care

Where Medical Malpractice Happens in Middlesex County

Medical negligence can occur in any healthcare setting, including:

• Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (New Brunswick)
• JFK University Medical Center (Edison)
• Raritan Bay Medical Center
• Urgent care clinics, nursing homes, and outpatient facilities
• Private medical and dental offices

Why You Need a Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Medical malpractice cases are complex. To win, you need to prove:

1. A doctor-patient relationship existed
2. The provider was negligent and breached the standard of care
3. The negligence directly caused your injury
4. You suffered measurable damages

At Gill & Chamas, we work with medical experts, life-care planners, and economists to build strong cases and maximize your recovery.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

You may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses (past and future)
• Lost wages or earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Long-term care or disability
• Wrongful death benefits for surviving family members

Visit our Verdicts & Settlements page to see how we've helped clients with high-value malpractice claims.

How Long Do I Have to File a Medical Malpractice Claim in NJ?

New Jersey's statute of limitations generally gives you 2 years from the date of injury — or from when you reasonably should have discovered the malpractice.

Claims involving minors or public hospitals have different rules, including 90-day Notice of Claim deadlines.

Speak to an attorney as soon as possible to preserve your rights.

Gill & Chamas Handles All Types of Medical Negligence Claims

• Emergency room errors
• Failure to diagnose cancer, stroke, or heart conditions
• Botched surgeries or infections due to poor hygiene
• Negligent OB-GYN care leading to birth trauma
• Nursing home neglect or abuse
• Fatal outcomes due to lack of follow-up care

If your case involves permanent injury or wrongful death, we’ll work with trusted experts to evaluate its long-term impact.