While the urban roads of New York are dangerous enough to navigate, this does not mean drivers can relax when on rural roads. In some cases, drivers need to exercise even more caution in the countryside, and the reasons are as follows. Rural roads pose several...
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Understanding the effects of shoulder dystocia
Shoulder dystocia is a birth injury that can cause serious problems for a mother and her child. During labor and delivery, shoulder dystocia happens when one or both of a baby's shoulders get stuck in the mother's pelvis. It is estimated to occur in .2 to 3% of births...
Drug-impaired driving: an overview
In New York, it is illegal to drive while impaired under any substance, legal or illegal. As more states legalize the recreational use of marijuana, though, it's expected that the problem of drug-impaired driving will become more widespread. Below are some points that...
Highway work zone accidents more likely with distracted drivers
New York residents should know that every 5.4 minutes in this nation, there's a car accident in a highway work zone. Combine the narrow lanes with drivers who don't want to reduce their speed, and one can see why work zones are so dangerous. Another factor that can...
Surgical errors are a common cause of medical malpractice claims
New York readers might be concerned to learn that surgical procedures can be dangerous for both patients and doctors, according to a recent study. In fact, the report found that surgery errors are the second most common reason that patients file medical malpractice...
Conditions that can be misdiagnosed as gout
New York residents who have gout should know that there are a number of conditions that gout can be mistaken for. There's the chance, then, that the diagnosis is not the correct one. Below are six conditions that can be mistaken for gout and vice versa. First is...
POTS: a blood-flow disorder prone to misdiagnosis
Perhaps you were diagnosed with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome after numerous misdiagnoses. The delay has harmed you and led you to undergo unnecessary treatments in New York City, and you're wondering if you could be compensated for these losses....
CarPlay more risky for drivers than texting or marijuana use
Residents of New York may have heard of Apple's CarPlay interface. They may even be using it in their own cars. While the technology has its benefits, it has been found, in spite of Apple's claim to the contrary, to raise the level of distraction among drivers. A...
Lyme disease misdiagnosis can lead to medical malpractice claim
For New Yorkers who are sick, it is imperative that doctors provide an accurate diagnosis. For potentially serious illnesses, this has greater relevance. If the medical professionals make a mistake in the diagnosis and prescribe the wrong treatment, it can make the...
‘Manhole season’ start in New York City
As a driver, you're used to navigating the hazards that come along with the season, particularly in spring, fall and winter. But what about "manhole season?" If you haven't heard of this particular New York City phenomenon, keep reading.Although this problem isn't...
