Brain injuries range in severity, complications and outcomes
A brain injury is particularly hard for the person who was hurt and their loved ones as the prognosis is not always readily available. How well a person will recover — and if a full recovery is even possible — really all does depend on the person and how the brain injury occurred. Take for […]
24-year-old killed in tragic party bus accident
When we talk about being injured or killed in a bus accident, we tend to focus on those cases involving the Metropolitan Transit Authority, commonly referred to as the MTA in New York City. Of course though, these are not the only types of buses that pose risks to passengers and others on the roadways. […]
Bus traveling from New York City to Ohio rear-ends truck
Many people prefer traveling by bus. For some it is to save money on gas, while for others it just easier than flying. However, regardless of why someone chooses to go the route of bus travel, the fact is there are many New York City residents who hop on a bus to get to their […]
Family claims chest tube put through colon led to man’s death
It is frightening for any New York City resident to even think about, but the truth of the matter is surgeons can make mistakes while operating on a patient. Depending, these errors can lead to serious medical complications or even death. This means that a once simple surgery — with a high rate of success — can turn into a life or death situation when a surgeon makes a mistake.
Driver runs stop sign, 41 injured in Brooklyn bus accident
Many New Yorkers rely on city buses to get them where they need to go. For many, hoping on a Metropolitan Transit Authority bus is just a regular part of their day. However, many people recently had their lives turned upside down when a MTA bus and a car collided in Brooklyn. The bus accident […]
Couple awarded $2.85 million after medical error led to paralysis
Surgeons are expected to be able to think quickly on their feet. This means that when a patient arrives at a hospital for an emergency, the surgeons and medical personnel on staff should be properly trained in how to best treat this patient.
Who should be held liable when texting causes an accident?
In recent years there seems to be continuous warnings regarding the dangers of texting while driving. Yet — even with all of the warnings — many drivers in New York City continue to text when behind the wheel. Even with it being against the law to text and drive, there are still drivers in New […]
Financial concerns of cognitive rehabilitation for brain injuries
Many experts say the first 18 to 24 months after a brain injury is when most — if any — neurological recovery tends to happen. This timeframe is why many families in New York want to see their loved ones receiving the care they need right away. However, while their No. 1 concern is ongoing […]
3 injured after cab driver jumps the curb in Manhattan
A recent personal injury accident story made national headlines when it was learned TV’s Dr. Oz responded to the scene as it happened below the offices at Rockefeller Center in Manhattan. The accident happened on Tuesday around 11 a.m. when a taxi driver lost control of his car, which jumped up on the curb. Two […]
Judge rules in favor of family in deadly hospital negligence case
When a New York resident goes to the hospital and the doctor orders a certain treatment plan — whether it is medication, surgery or both — most just assume the doctor knows best and do not question the plan. The idea many have is the doctor is the one who went to medical school and has the experience to make the correct medical decisions for patients.