Medical mistakes are among this country’s leading causes of death and injuries. There are at least 440,000 patient deaths each year in hospitals from preventable medical errors, according to a 2013 study in the Journal of Patient Safety. Information Taking part in...
Slips, trips and falls on New York City subways or buses are not uncommon and can result in serious injuries for victims. Important relief for their damages may be available, but the process of making a premises liability claim can be complex. Those who have been...
New York State as a whole has a relatively good reputation when it comes to distracted driving. Despite this, other studies show New York City’s drivers are the most likely to operate a vehicle while distracted compared with other major cities. The report, compiled by...
So, you or a loved one has been injured in an accident. There is a lot to deal with, isn’t there? The physical pain and exhaustion may be too much to handle, and your medical bills are quickly piling up at a time when you are unable to work to earn a wage. All of this...
Since construction work is such a major industry in New York City, many people are involved in it in one way or another. The construction industry is one of the riskiest for worker injuries and death. The combination of the number of construction projects ongoing in...
In our area of the country, travel by city bus and commercial bus are rather common. However, what many may not appreciate is that the risk of a commercial vehicle accident can be mitigated with a bit of research. This is because many bus accidents are caused by...
Our health is important to us. When we become sick or injured, we place our trust in hospitals and doctors to provide us with the proper care and treatment. Doctors and medical professionals owe a duty of care to their patients. Medical malpractice occurs when this...
No one ever expects they will be in a car accident but unfortunately many are involved in one every year in Brooklyn. Many times, a car accident is just a minor fender bender, but even those accidents can cause injuries, sometimes appearing days or even weeks after...
As motorists, we know that a car accident can happen just about anytime and anywhere. So we drive cautiously and pay attention to what’s going on around us, in an effort to avoid such accidents. But what if you become the victim of an accident anyway, and it involves...
Most people who have been injured in a car accident need financial relief, and they need it fast. After all, medical bills can quickly come due, and lost wages can make it hard to raise your family and make ends meet. While a personal injury lawsuit can be a promising...
