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Schizophrenic Bronx Man Sues Jacobi Medical Center for Malpractice

Gary Silverstein October 15, 2021

Bronx man Randy Nero, 40, who had an obsessive and uncontrollable habit of swallowing toothbrushes, choked on a toothbrush contained in a personal hygiene kit that a hospital nurse gave him. Nero decided to sue Jacobi Medical Center in 2018 for what he claimed is ‘medical malpractice,’ saying the nurse should have known about his decades-long history of being a compulsive toothbrush eater. He has filed a lawsuit against the hospital in the Bronx Supreme Court.

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When to Settle Personal Injury Claim in New York?

Gary Silverstein October 14, 2021

If you have been injured in an accident in New York, you must understand all the options available to recover damages to cover your expenses. While the law does allow accident victims the right to take their personal injury case to a court trial, in reality, a vast majority of such cases get settled out of court.

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When to Claim Personal Injury in New York?

Gary Silverstein October 13, 2021

Most civil litigation in New York comprises personal injury lawsuits which are covered under tort claim laws. If an individual sustains an injury or if there is damage to their property due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another person or entity, the law gives that individual the right to file a lawsuit.

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Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer in New York?

Gary Silverstein October 12, 2021

Accidents involving motor vehicles cause around three million injuries every year in the United States. More than one million people visit the emergency room after a slip and fall accident in the US. When such accidents are a result of the negligence of another individual, the victim has the right to get compensation from the party at fault.

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Psychiatrists Held Responsible and Sued by Family of Suicide Victim

Gary Silverstein October 7, 2021

After the suicide of Mona Haddad, 26, her mother, Esther Haddad, blamed her psychiatrists, husband and wife Owen Muir and Carlene Macmillan, for her death. She alleged that her daughter’s psychiatrists had driven her to suicide by not treating her appropriately and not paying attention to the red flags. The 2016 lawsuit claimed that the Brooklyn Minds couple practitioners were sharing inappropriate details of their personal lives with Mona Haddad while ignoring her suicide threats, according to the NY Post.

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How Long Do I Have to Sue Someone For Personal Injury in NYC?

Gary Silverstein October 6, 2021

Suffering an injury in an accident in New York can be a devastating experience. It is natural to feel confused about what to do in the aftermath of an accident whether it is a car crash or a slip-and-fall incident or damage caused due to a defective product. While getting medical care and rest should be your top priority in such circumstances, it is equally important to realize that your actions soon after the accident can make a huge difference to your ability to recover compensation from the party at fault for your injury.

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When to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in New York – Timeline

Gary Silverstein October 5, 2021

Accidents are an unfortunate but common occurrence in congested places like New York. If you have been injured in an auto accident, you are probably considering suing the person who was responsible for your injury. Under the laws of New York State, you have a certain time limit within which you need to file a lawsuit seeking compensation from the negligent party.

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How to Find the Best Personal Injury Lawyer Near Me?

Gary Silverstein October 4, 2021

When you file a personal injury lawsuit in New York, you must remember that the insurance companies on the other side will hire the best legal professionals. They are likely to have a long track record with winning claims just like yours and unless you have a skilled personal injury lawyer representing you, you will be at a serious disadvantage. This is where hiring the best personal attorney near you can be critical in determining a successful recovery of the damages you are entitled to receive.

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What To Do After a Car Accident That’s Not Your Fault?

Gary Silverstein September 30, 2021

Car crashes in New York, as in the rest of the country, are one of the major preventable causes of death. Data from the Department of Transportation for 2017 shows that there were more than 37,150 fatalities caused due to car accidents. While you may not be able to anticipate an accident, the fact remains that they are growing increasingly common and in order to stay safe, it’s necessary to practice defensive driving.

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What To Do After a Car Accident In New York City?

Gary Silverstein September 29, 2021

Getting hit in a car accident in New York City can be a terrifying experience and understandably, most people feel lost and confused when it happens to them. However, what you do immediately after an accident can have a great impact on how much compensation you receive for your injuries. With that said, it’s critical for you to be mentally prepared with a checklist of what actions you need to take and what you need to avoid doing to ensure that your rights are protected.

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