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Medical Mistakes That New York Doctors Commonly Make

When patient injury or illness occurs due to a medical provider’s mistake, a medical malpractice lawsuit may be filed. Your medical provider is expected to follow the generally accepted standard of care. In cases of negligence, your rights are protected under New York law. About one person in every 25 hospital patients develops an infection, according to CDC reports. These infections lead to death in about 10% of the over 700,000 reported infections and injuries […]

On October 13, 2017 by

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Where Do Most New Yorkers Experience Slip and Falls?

Personal Injury Premises Liability Slip and Fall

Usually when we slip and fall, we get up, dust ourselves off and have a laugh at our clumsiness. However, sometimes slips and falls can result in serious or even fatal injuries. In fact, slip and fall accidents are a leading cause of emergency room visits for New Yorkers. Watch out for these common sites of slips and falls to avoid getting hurt, and also to properly maintain your property to prevent accidents and […]

On September 28, 2017 by

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Types of Damages New Yorkers Can Sue for in Car Accidents

Auto Accident Car Accidents Personal Injury

If you or a loved one are involved in a car accident, you may be left with debilitating injuries that cause pain and suffering, and which may even make you or your loved one unable to work. Tragic circumstances may even have led to the death of your loved one. Whether you are trying to recover or simply move on, seeking out compensation may help ensure your family’s financial security. Unsurprisingly, more car accidents occur […]

On September 21, 2017 by

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Which New York Jobs Are You Most Likely to Get Hurt Doing?

Construction Accidents Work Injury Workplace Accidents

Workplace injuries are an unfortunate liability of any industry. However, some industries are more prone to workplace injuries than others. These include animal production, health care, couriers and messengers, wood product manufacturing, air transportation, as well as construction. If you are injured on the job, your employer may carry worker’s compensation insurance to cover your injuries. This is a no-fault system, so you are covered regardless of whether your employer is liable for the […]

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New Yorkers Injured by Zofran Can Join a Class Action Lawsuit

Pharmaceutical Liability Zofran

When we have an ailment, we often turn to prescription medication to alleviate or cure our symptoms. Unfortunately, those prescription medications can sometimes cause other symptoms, ailments, and issues. One of the most common complaints about early pregnancy is morning sickness. According to the American Pregnancy Association, more than half of pregnant women experience morning sickness – nausea and vomiting caused by an increase in the body’s hormones – during the first trimester of […]

On September 14, 2017 by

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Can New York Renters Injured in Storms Sue?

Premises Liabilty

When Hurricane Harvey hit Houston, Southeast Texas, and parts of Louisiana, it got everyone thinking about storm-related injuries. As a renter, if you’re injured in your building during a storm, is the landlord liable for your storm injury? Let’s first look at New York’s premises liability law in order to answer that question. How Premises Liability Works in New York Premises liability law says that if you are injured while you are […]

On September 7, 2017 by

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Hurt By a Product in New York? Who’s Liable?

Product liability

Our product liability attorneys know, when a product fails, the results can often be devastating. GM’s faulty ignition switches were linked to at least 13 deaths and 31 car accidents, according to GM, but the official numbers are most likely higher. Phillip Morris’ tobacco products have caused numerous illnesses, including lung cancer. Silicone breast implants have ruptured in people’s bodies, resulting in bodily damage and injuries, including scleroderma and even death. The list for defective […]

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Protect Your Kids from These Dangerous NY Back-to-School Accidents

Back To School Child Injuries

Back-to-school is upon us in New York, which is exciting for parents and students alike. Most New York schools make every effort to ensure that students are in a safe and productive learning environment. However, injuries to students still occur, especially in the first few weeks back, when everyone is settling into the routine. There are a few things that you as a parent can do to protect your children from these dangerous back-to-school injuries. […]

On August 30, 2017 by

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In Bike Accidents, Drivers May Not Even Realize They’re at Fault

Bicycle Accidents Personal Injury

Cyclists and drivers who have to “share the road” don’t always have the best relationship. This is especially so in a bustling city like New York. Streets are narrow, and everyone moves fast. The rules aren’t exactly clear to all drivers about who has the right of way when they are on the road with cyclists. In fact, if a driver hits a cyclist, they might not even understand that they made a mistake. Uber […]

On August 30, 2017 by

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What Causes the Most Dangerous New York Car Crashes

Auto Accident Car Accidents Distracted Driving Accidents Texting and Driving

An abundance of drivers packed on the road, and abundant distractions such as pedestrians, cyclists, buses, and taxis. This makes all New York boroughs are high-risk areas for car accidents. By driving safely, you decrease your risk of an accident significantly. However, that doesn’t mean you’re not still at risk for accidents caused by other drivers or circumstances beyond your control. Here are some of the most common causes of New York car crashes. If […]

On August 25, 2017 by

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Medical Mistakes That New York Doctors Commonly Make

Where Do Most New Yorkers Experience Slip and Falls?

Types of Damages New Yorkers Can Sue for in Car Accidents

Which New York Jobs Are You Most Likely to Get Hurt Doing?

New Yorkers Injured by Zofran Can Join a Class Action Lawsuit

Can New York Renters Injured in Storms Sue?

Hurt By a Product in New York? Who’s Liable?

Protect Your Kids from These Dangerous NY Back-to-School Accidents

In Bike Accidents, Drivers May Not Even Realize They’re at Fault

What Causes the Most Dangerous New York Car Crashes

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