NYC Doctor Sexual Abuse Lawyer
If a physician crossed the line during your care, you can talk to a New York-licensed attorney privately, at your own pace. We believe you.
You are not alone
If a doctor sexually abused you during care in New York City, you can hold them and the institution accountable.
Medical exams require trust. When a physician, surgeon, gynecologist, or other provider uses that trust to commit sexual abuse, you have the right to bring a civil claim — separate from any criminal case or medical board complaint. NYC is home to some of the largest hospital systems and private practices in the country, and abuse can happen in any of them, from a Manhattan specialist's office to a teaching hospital in the Bronx.
You do not need to have all the answers before you reach out. When you contact us, we listen, we keep it confidential, and we connect you with a New York-licensed attorney who handles medical sexual abuse claims. There is no cost to talk and no obligation to move forward.
Time limits do apply, and they vary by state. Many states have recently expanded or reopened the window to file. A free, confidential call simply tells you where you stand — no pressure, no obligation.
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Where this happens in NYC
Medical settings where doctor abuse occurs
Abuse by a medical provider can take place anywhere care is delivered across the five boroughs.
Hospitals & medical centers
Large NYC hospital systems and academic medical centers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — including exam rooms, recovery areas, and inpatient units.
Private practices & specialists
Solo and group practices — gynecology, urology, orthopedics, dermatology, and others — where exams happen behind closed doors, often without a chaperone present.
Clinics & urgent care
Community health clinics, urgent care centers, fertility and imaging facilities, and outpatient surgical centers across the city.
Pediatric & student health
Pediatric offices, school-based clinics, and college and university health centers serving NYC students and families.
Accountability
Who can be held responsible for doctor sexual abuse in NYC?
Often it is more than the individual physician. New York law can allow a survivor to pursue the people and organizations that enabled the abuse or failed to stop it.
- The abusive physician or medical provider directly.
- The hospital, health system, or medical group that employed or credentialed them — for negligent hiring, supervision, or ignored complaints.
- The private practice or clinic that failed to enforce chaperone, monitoring, or reporting policies.
- Any entity that received prior reports or red flags and allowed the provider to keep seeing patients.
New York filing deadlines
New York has specific time limits for sexual abuse civil claims, and certain windows differ for survivors abused as children. Deadlines are important, but they are calm facts — not a reason to panic. For the full breakdown of what applies to your situation, see the New York statute of limitations on our state page, and a New York-licensed attorney can confirm exactly where you stand.
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How it works
Reach out privately
Call or fill out a short, confidential form. Tell us only what you’re comfortable sharing.
We listen & match you
We connect you with an attorney licensed in your state who handles your type of case.
You decide what’s next
Your free consultation is no-obligation. If you move forward, there’s no fee unless you win.
Named, credentialed, local
Attorneys licensed in your state
Every connection is to a real attorney with verifiable credentials and a record of holding institutions accountable.
Michael Haggard, Esq.
Laurence Banville, Esq.
Eric Weitz, Esq.
Max Morgan, Esq.
Jeff Gibson, Esq.
Ervin Nevitt, Esq.
John Bey, Esq.
Aman Sharma, Esq.
Dan Lipman, Esq.
Joshua Gillispie, Esq.
Jennifer Lipinski, Esq.
Aaron Blank, Esq.
Questions, answered
Doctor sexual abuse claims in NYC
What counts as sexual abuse by a doctor in New York?
Any sexual contact or conduct that is not a legitimate, consented part of medical care — including unnecessary touching of intimate areas, examinations performed for the provider's gratification, or contact without proper consent or a chaperone. A medical setting does not make abuse legal.
Can I sue a doctor in NYC even if there was no criminal case?
Yes. A civil claim is separate from any criminal prosecution and from a medical board complaint. You can pursue a civil case whether or not the doctor was charged, arrested, or convicted, and the standard of proof is lower than in criminal court.
Is talking to a lawyer confidential?
Yes. Your first conversation is private and protected. Nothing you share obligates you to file, and we will not contact the provider, hospital, or anyone else without your direction. You control the pace.
What if the abuse happened years ago?
You may still have options. New York has expanded windows for many survivors, especially those abused as children. Deadlines vary by situation, so a New York-licensed attorney can review the timing for your specific case at no cost.
Can I hold the hospital or practice responsible, not just the doctor?
Often, yes. If a NYC hospital, health system, or practice was negligent in hiring, supervising, or responding to complaints about the provider, it may share responsibility for the harm you experienced.
How much does it cost to work with an attorney?
The attorneys in our network handle these cases on a contingency basis — you pay nothing up front, and a fee applies only if your case results in a recovery. The initial conversation is always free.
What can a doctor sexual abuse claim recover?
Compensation can include medical and therapy costs, lost income, and non-economic damages such as emotional distress and the lasting impact on your life. A New York attorney can explain what may apply to your circumstances.
Do I have to report to the police or the medical board first?
No. You are not required to file a police report or a board complaint before speaking with a civil attorney. You can decide what steps feel right for you, and your lawyer can help you understand your options.
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