What Injuries Can Lead to a Wrongful Death Claim in New York?
Losing a loved one is never easy, regardless of the circumstances. However, if the death was caused by an accident involving another person’s negligence, it can be even more devastating. Depending on the scenario, relatives of the deceased may be able to file a wrongful death claim. This type of personal injury claim can seek compensation for hardship due […]
Tips to Prevent New York Car Accidents in Bad Weather
Some of the country is already experiencing inclement weather, and winter has not even officially hit yet. Torrential rain and high winds have battered parts of the East Coast. Severe weather can be a major factor in causing car accidents throughout the United States. Poor visibility due to rain, fog, wind gusts, hail, and snow can greatly […]
What Should Drivers Do to Prevent Car Accidents From Driver Fatigue?
People are very busy these days, and they are often rushing from place to place. Speeding is a common cause of auto accidents. However, when a motorist is overworked and overtired, this can also increase the chances of a collision. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), a motorist is three times more likely to be […]
The Link Between Physician Burnout and Medical Errors
Physicians have a very demanding job, which involves caring for others and providing critical medical advice for their patients. Sometimes, physicians provide insufficient advice or misdiagnose patients, which can lead to medical malpractice claims. The main cause is physician burnout. A burnout can be defined as a physical or mental collapse that is attributed to […]
Uber Accidents and Liability
Uber, a ride-share service, has been impacting the city in many ways, such as reducing taxi use and increasing the number of vehicles on city streets. Buy what happens when you are involved in an accident involving an Uber driver? Uber accidents are handled differently than New York City taxi accidents. This is because Uber […]
Be Cautious When Using the Subway
In New York City, subway accidents are extremely common as a result of being jerked around by the train or slipping while walking on the train platform. Oftentimes, incidents that occur in the subway may result in broken bones, a Traumatic Brain Injury, or even death. If you or someone you love has been injured […]
Tips to Remember Following a Motor Vehicle Accident
If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident here are some tips to keep in mind: Make sure that all parties involved in the accident are safe. In the event that a person is injured, immediately call 911 and try to provide medical assistance until first responders arrive at the scene. Always file a […]
Improper Maintenance or Defective Citi Bike May Result in Compensation
In 2015, there were 53,987 bicycle related accidents and 234 fatalities in the five boroughs. Bicycle accidents in the five boroughs occur due to the following: Lack of bike lanes; Struck by a vehicle; Hit by a car door; Defect in the road; Blocked bike lane; Debris in the road; Improper maintenance of Citi Bikes; […]
Intubation Errors are Becoming More Common
In certain situations, a person may be unable to breathe on his or her own, which requires a doctor to intubate a patient. Intubation is a procedure where a clinician inserts a tube down a patient’s airway and connects it to a ventilator. While this is a very common procedure, patients can be injured during […]
Pancreatic Cancer: A Silent Killer!
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), seven percent of all cancer-related deaths are due to pancreatic cancer. The ACS estimates that approximately 44,330 people will die this year as a result of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer occurs in the tissue of the pancreas, which is located in the abdominal cavity. The pancreas is responsible […]