Although car accidents in New York are becoming increasingly less common, they unfortunately still happen. When they do, it’s important to know what to do and who to call. But what if your car was the cause of the accident? Vehicle defects can cause car accidents in a number of ways. For example, if your […]
Many public and private locations must provide security to those residing within. A violation of this often results in premise liability. The victim can take legal action against them with proof of negligence. When a location has the promise of security measures but fails to apply them, it could lead to danger. A crime may […]
In 2019, around 20% of worker fatalities were construction site accidents. This means that out of 5,333 worker accidents, 1,061 were construction site injuries — accounting for one out of five worker deaths. This makes for alarming labor statistics considering that there are numerous professions, but being a construction worker is considered one of the […]
Medical professionals swear an oath to keep patients safe, but sometimes, even the most well-intentioned doctors, nurses, and other medical staff make mistakes. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) reported that around 44,000 to 98,000 hospitalized patients die yearly due to medical errors. Anesthesia is a dangerous yet necessary medication. It’s designed to put patients into […]
A hospital is a place of healing and recovery. It’s where people seek treatment and undergo surgical procedures for various reasons. Within the walls of hospitals are operating rooms that are expected to follow disease control policies to prevent infection after operations. While operating rooms are often compliant, incision site infections still happen. When they […]
The birth of a child is a beautiful and momentous occasion for any family, but this miraculous event can quickly turn into tragedy if the newborn suffers from a preventable birth injury. Cerebral palsy is one of the most common birth injuries, affecting approximately 10,000 live births annually in the United States. This condition is […]
