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Tag: CPLR 4401-a

Informed Consent, Medical Malpractice, New York Personal Injury Law

Nicked Bowel During Colonoscopy: Can You Sue for Lack of Informed Consent in New York?

I had a colonoscopy. The doctor explained the procedure was routine, but there were some possible complications that could occur. Those complications did occur. The doctor had perforated my bowel during the colonoscopy and I needed an emergency bowel resection to save my life. If I had known how devastating the complications could be, I … Continue reading Nicked Bowel During Colonoscopy: Can You Sue for Lack of Informed Consent in New York?

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September 15, 2026September 15, 2026Colonoscopy Perforation, CPLR 4401-a, Informed Consent, Known Surgical Risks, New York Medical Malpractice, Public Health Law 2805-d

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