Medical malpractice suits piling up for one New York physician
Medical malpractice can cause incalculable damage to victims and their families. In New York, 10 lawsuits alleging medical malpractice are pending against an orthopedic surgeon.
Italian singer killed in New York trying to cross the street
New York City residents may have been shocked to learn of the death of Italian jazz singer Daniela D’Ercole. The singer was killed after being run over by a car while she was walking in Manhattan. The intersection collision between the singer and the vehicle happened on Nov. 10.The singer was attempting to cross 106th […]
Fatal car accident leaves young boxer seriously injured
A tragic car accident on the Cross Bronx Expressway in New York City led to the death of a 21-year-old woman and inflicted life-threatening injuries on her 19-year-old brother. In late October, the two were driving in the early morning hours when the roads were slippery. Following a small wreck, the two got out of […]
Guilty verdict in medical malpractice suit that left woman dead
Medical malpractice suits often occur because of some form of negligence. This was the case when a Plattsburgh, New York anesthesiologist was found guilty of negligence while caring for a 70-year-old woman in 2007. The woman died following surgery to remove an infected gall bladder. The medical malpractice verdict came down from a civil court case held in the Clinton County Court.
Fatal car crash in Hell’s Kitchen
New York City residents know just how tough it is to navigate traffic in a clogged city. Bumper to bumper traffic can be frustrating and even deadly at times. Such is the case for a 48-year-old motorcyclist who lost his life in a New York City car accident. The accident happened on Oct. 26 shortly […]
Bus accident leaves eight people injured
Millions of people ride the bus in and around New York City. Most of the time, people arrive at their destinations without incident, but an early morning bus ride into New York City gave some passengers quite a scare. On Oct. 18 around 5:35 a.m. in Rockland County near Sloatsburg, a New York Trailways bus […]
Study finds physicians rarely pay for medical errors
A study by the New England Journal of Medicine found that surgical mistakes and other forms of medical malpractice often don’t lead to a payout for the victim. This is true in New York and across the country.
Hit and run car accident leads to DWI charges
New York City residents who are injured in car accidents as a result of someone else’s negligence are justified under the law to seek personal injury compensation, even in a hit and run accident. Unfortunately in cases of a hit and run car accident, this isn’t always possible as sometimes those that leave the scene […]
Medical malpractice case results in additional damages
New babies are born in New York every day. Many are born without incident and are able to go home with their loving parents. Unfortunately, for some newborns, they do not have the luxury of going home to grow up with their health intact. Due to the negligence of the health care personnel responsible for their wellbeing, these innocent babies are left with a lifetime of struggles.
Medical malpractice license sanctions may help related lawsuits
The New York State Department of Health Board for Professional Medical Conduct is charged with the responsibility of investigating and prosecuting claims of medical malpractice against physicians, who are also licensed by the state. Distinct from a medical malpractice lawsuit, these proceedings can result in professional sanctions against a doctor for his or her actions. In addition to censure and reprimand, the Board can issue fines, order education or retraining as well as community service. It can also order revocation or surrender of the physician’s license. While the Board serves an important function, one cause for concern is that its determinations often come too long after the conduct that formed the basis for the original complaint.