Pedestrians know they have to be careful when crossing the street. New York street corners aren't the only places with potentially dangerous traffic. Parking lots and driveways come with risks, as vehicle-pedestrian accidents happen in those places as well. Some...
Month: May 2022
Does a misdiagnosis equate to medical malpractice?
New York City patients expect to receive the best care from their doctors. Unfortunately, it’s possible to be misdiagnosed. Knowing when a misdiagnosis constitutes medical malpractice is important. What is a misdiagnosis? A misdiagnosis can happen due to a variety of...
Understanding medical malpractice during childbirth is essential
If you're having a baby in New York City, it can be an exciting time in your life. Unfortunately, this experience may not be as expected if your baby suffers an injury during the birthing process due to medical malpractice. This action can lead to a lifelong struggle...
What you need to know about surgical mistakes
In New York, no one goes into surgery expecting to experience a mistake, but unfortunately, they do happen. Sometimes they are minor and can be easily fixed, while others can have life-altering consequences. Examples of common surgical mistakes One of the most common...
Big box retailers: Their take on premises liability
Did you know that one well-known big box retailer has as many as an average of 13 lawsuits per day? Residents of New York may want to learn more about who is liable when it comes to a big box retailer and receiving an injury when shopping. According to law...
Difference between health care proxy and living will
When it comes to making medical decisions for a person who is unable to speak for themselves, there are multiple tools that they can set up ahead of time to ensure their wishes are respected. The two primary ones are the health care proxy and the living will. Health...
What percentage of traffic fatalities are motorcyclists?
The level of fatalities for motorcycle riders has not decreased in the past few years. Statistics show that the number of deaths for motorcyclists in New York accidents has sadly increased. An extra level of vigilance will be needed to bring this trend down. The...