Pittsburgh
Anesthesia Error Attorney

When an anesthesiologist or surgical team makes a mistake, the consequences can be permanent. Anesthesia affects your brain, heart, lungs, and entire central nervous system. A dosage that is even slightly too high or too low can cause brain damage, cardiac arrest, or death. A failure to monitor a patient’s response can turn a routine surgery into a life-altering event.

At Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C., our attorneys have been handling medical malpractice cases in Pennsylvania since 1981. We have recovered over $250 million for injured clients across Western Pennsylvania.

If you or someone you love was harmed by an anesthesia mistake in Pittsburgh or Allegheny County, contact us or call us today for a free consultation at (412) 471-8500. You pay nothing unless we recover for you.

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Who Is Liable if I Was Harmed by an Anesthesia Error?

Anesthesia errors happen when an anesthesiologist, nurse anesthetist, or surgical team makes a mistake in the administration, dosage, or monitoring of anesthesia. The consequences can be severe, permanent brain damage, psychological trauma, and death.

What can you recover?

Pennsylvania law allows victims to seek damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and permanent disability. In cases involving gross negligence, punitive damages may also be available.

You don’t need a diagnosis or medical opinion before you call. That’s our job. Reach Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C. at (412) 471-8500 for a free consultation.

Who can be held accountable?

The anesthesiologist, surgical team, hospital, or surgical center can each bear liability. Common errors include administering the wrong dosage, failing to review a patient’s medical history for drug interactions, airway management mistakes, failure to monitor vital signs during surgery, and anesthesia awareness, a condition where a patient regains consciousness during a procedure but cannot move or speak.

What Are My Rights After an Anesthesia Error?

An anesthesia mistake can leave you with lasting harm. Here’s what Pennsylvania law gives you the right to do about it.

Time is not on your side

Under 42 Pa. C.S. Section 5524, you have two years from the date of injury or discovery to file a malpractice claim. In some cases involving delayed harm, that window may start later but don’t count on it. Speaking with an attorney early is always the right move.

There's a filing requirement unique to malpractice cases

Under Rule of Civil Procedure 1042.3, a Certificate of Merit must be filed within 60 days of your complaint, a signed statement from a licensed medical professional confirming the care you received fell outside acceptable standards.

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Shared fault doesn't mean no recovery

Pennsylvania’s comparative negligence law, 42 Pa. C.S. Section 7102, allows you to recover as long as your share of fault stays below 51%. Your award is reduced proportionally, which is why building a strong evidentiary foundation from the start matters.

Your case belongs in the right courtroom

Anesthesia malpractice claims in Pittsburgh are typically heard in Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. Our attorneys have litigated cases there for decades and know exactly what it takes to win.

Filing it incorrectly or late can get your case thrown out. We handle this as a standard part of our case preparation.

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How We Fight For Your Anesthesia Error Claim

Anesthesia error cases require precise documentation and the right medical experts.

Here’s how we build them:

  • Step 1: Talk to Us First, It’s Free – Call (412) 471-8500 or contact us online. We’ll review what happened during your procedure, explain what an anesthesia malpractice claim involves, and give you honest guidance on your next steps.
  • Step 2: We Obtain and Analyze the Records – Anesthesia logs, surgical notes, medication records, and monitoring data tell the story of what went wrong. We gather every relevant document and work with qualified medical professionals to establish exactly where the standard of care was violated.
  • Step 3: We Look at Every Party Involved – Anesthesia errors often involve more than the anesthesiologist alone. The surgical team, the hospital, and the surgical center may all share responsibility. We investigate each one thoroughly to ensure every source of recovery is identified.
  • Step 4: We Stand Between You and the Insurers – Hospital risk management teams don’t waste time after a malpractice claim is filed. Neither do we. Once you retain us, we handle every conversation and correspondence so nothing you say can be used against you.
  • Step 5: Negotiation First, Trial if Needed – We approach every case prepared to go to court. That preparation puts us in a stronger position at the negotiating table, and if a fair resolution isn’t reached, our trial team is ready to present your case to a jury.
  • Step 6: No Upfront Costs, Ever – We work on contingency from start to finish. No fees are owed unless we recover compensation for you.
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Why Choose The Anesthesia Error Attorneys at OMP

Anesthesia errors can cause catastrophic, life-altering harm, and the providers responsible don’t always volunteer that information.

At Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C., we’ve spent over 40 years uncovering what went wrong in the operating room and holding the responsible parties accountable for victims across Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania.

You’ll work directly with an attorney who understands anesthesia standards of care, knows how to work with the right medical experts, and has the litigation experience to take on surgical centers, hospitals, and their insurers.

No fees of any kind unless we win your case. Contact us or call (412) 471-8500 for a free case evaluation.

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I highly recommend Mike Murphy and John Perkosky. They kept us informed every step of the way. Both are incredibly caring and were readily available to answer any questions we had. I felt completely confident in their abilities and am extremely grateful for all that they did. Mike and John fought hard to get us the best possible outcome for our case.

– Cheryl G.
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The best firm in the city, and I'm not just saying that because of my name! Their level of legal knowledge here is unparalleled. Whether it's a personal injury or medical malpractice case, this firm is equipped to handle even the most complex matters. Their track record truly speaks for itself!

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This Law Firm has a very unique way of handling your case. They strive to maximize your settlement, and I appreciate their hard work and professionalism.

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I had such a great experience working with attorney Ben Gobel. His expertise and professionalism was evident throughout my case. He truly worked hard to bring me the best results. I highly recommend Ben for any personal injury issues.

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Attorney Ben Gobel was fantastic. He was accessible and spent a lot of time reviewing my case with me, providing me with all of my options, possible outcomes and his recommendations. I had many questions and he answered every one of them thoroughly. Ultimately, I felt heard and had a better than anticipated outcome to my case!

– Erin O.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pittsburgh Anesthesia Error Claims

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If you experienced an unexpected complication during or after surgery, including awareness, overdose symptoms, nerve damage, or prolonged cognitive effects, you may have a claim. You do not need to prove anything before calling us. We review the medical records and consult with qualified professionals to determine whether the care you received fell below the accepted standard. A free consultation costs you nothing and tells you where you stand.

In most cases, Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of injury or discovery of injury to file a medical malpractice claim under 42 Pa. C.S. Section 5524. Exceptions may apply in limited circumstances, such as cases involving minors or delayed discovery. Waiting creates serious risks. Contact us as soon as possible.

Potentially, yes. Liability may extend to the anesthesiologist, the surgical team, the hospital, or the surgical center depending on employment relationships and the specific circumstances of the error. We conduct a thorough investigation to identify all responsible parties from the start.

Signing an informed consent form does not waive your right to file a malpractice claim. Consent forms acknowledge known and disclosed risks, they do not excuse negligence. If the anesthesiologist deviated from the standard of care, your right to seek compensation is not eliminated by a consent document you signed beforehand.

Anesthesia awareness, regaining consciousness during surgery while unable to move or communicate, is a recognized form of malpractice with serious psychological consequences. If you believe this happened to you, call us. You do not need a formal diagnosis before reaching out. That is what we are here for.

Nothing upfront. We handle anesthesia error cases on a contingency fee basis. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery. If we do not obtain a recovery for you, you owe us nothing. We offer a free initial consultation with no obligation.

Contact Our Pittsburgh Anesthesia Errors Attorneys Today

An anesthesia mistake can lead to serious complications, including oxygen deprivation, nerve damage, cardiac problems, brain injury, or other lasting harm.

Our attorneys can investigate whether the anesthesiologist or medical team administered the wrong dosage, failed to monitor vital signs, overlooked a patient’s medical history, or made another preventable error during care.

Contact us today at (412) 471-8500 for a free case evaluation. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

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