When we think of medical malpractice, we usually think of high-profile cases we see on the news, like a doctor leaving scissors inside a patient or something equally egregious. However, not every medical malpractice act is as obvious as stitching up a patient with tools still inside. Failure to diagnose is one of these instances…. Read More »
Being involved in a car accident can be a frightening experience, even if you make it through without sustaining injury. However, all too often, a car accident results in personal injury. What are some of the most common injuries from car accidents in New York? Let’s take a look. Brain and head injuries. Brain and… Read More »
Choosing a lawyer is not a process that should be taken lightly. Finding the right person to represent you is one of the most important decisions you might make in your life, so your vetting process should be thorough. This is why most lawyers offer a free initial consultation. The consultation gives you and the… Read More »
A person slipping on a banana peel is one of the oldest comedy skits in the book. We have seen it a million times and the audience always laughs uproariously. However, in real life, a slip and fall is no laughing matter. Slip and falls, and trip and falls, can result in very serious injury…. Read More »
Construction is one of the biggest industries in New York City. Each month, the Buildings Department releases statistics about jobs, permits, complaints, and construction-related accidents. Let’s take a look at the June 2011report, and see how the five boroughs fared. As of June 2011, NYC construction sites had 56 accidents, down from 94 from the… Read More »
A car accident in New York can be traumatic and confusing, especially if you are injured. In the days following, you may receive phone calls from the other driver’s insurance company, or even your own. They will want to ask you questions, and tell you they will record your answers. The company will tell you… Read More »
Car wrecks, surgical error, violent acts, birth injury, construction accidents, machine failures, or simply freak accidents can cause them. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and spinal injury are serious injuries that often cause permanent damage, affecting victims for the rest of their lives. The health implications are serious, with lasting impact. TBI occurs when the brain… Read More »
Medical malpractice is a complex and frequently misunderstood legal issue. Many people think that they can sue for medical malpractice if their doctor makes a mistake while treating them, when in reality this may or may not be true. Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional does—or does not—do something that results in injury to… Read More »
The decision to place a loved one in long-term care is never easy. And once you come to this difficult decision, you need to make the painstaking choice of which New York health care facility is the best. You want your loved one to be happy, clean, and—above all—safe. How do you ensure she or… Read More »
Construction is a huge industry in the United States, especially in New York City. Construction sites can be dangerous, filled with equipment like scaffolding, ladders, and forklifts. Sometimes accidents happen—and many times these accidents are serious. If you are injured on a construction work site, as either an employee or innocent bystander, you should contact… Read More »
