New clinic aims to better treat cerebral palsy
A new clinic hopes to better improve the lives of those with cerebral palsy. The executive director of this clinic, called the Neuromotor Research Clinic, said the idea is for children from around the world to be treated at the clinic with high-intensity therapy.
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.
Roller coaster accident at Coney Island raises safety concerns
Spending the evening at the amusement park can be a great way for families to enjoy time together. In order for the experience to be as fun as possible, however, amusement rides must be properly maintained for the safety of all patrons. New York investigators are looking into a horrifying incident that left a 5-year-old […]
Nerve damage during birth can create lifelong limitations
Most expecting parents imagine that the day of their child’s birth will be among the happiest of their lives. Unfortunately, some parents’ joy is interrupted by errors during birth. Although a pregnancy complication doesn’t minimize the excitement of welcoming a new family member into the world, it certainly creates a new set of concerns and anxieties for parents.
New York City pedestrian accidents can lead to lawsuits
In one weekend alone there were four separate pedestrian accidents in New York City. The four accidents resulted in two deaths and three people injured. The accidents also point to a larger issue of pedestrians and motorists not watching where they are going in the city. A recent CBS New York article reported on all […]
Settlement for student who claimed misdiagnosis led to amputation
Being misdiagnosed is probably more common than many New York City residents even realize. In fact, according to the National Patient Safety Foundation, 42 percent of patients believe they have been either misdiagnosed or received a delayed diagnosis.
Bus driver accused of using phone before tragic accident
A recent tragic accident, just miles from Manhattan, should serve as a reminder on the dangers of distracted driving. At this point, the bus driver is accused of either talking or texting on his cellphone when he hit a light pole that came crashing down on a city of West New York sidewalk. According to […]
Lawsuit: Untimely diagnosis turns appendicitis into brain damage
A father of a 6-year-old girl who almost died due to an alleged medical error said no parent should have to go through what his family did. His statement comes after the family filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against not only the hospital and a pediatrics association, but also three doctors.
Wrong-way driver on Tappan Zee Bridge causes fatal accident
A head-on collision caused by a wrong way driver on the Tappan Zee Bridge killed one passenger and injured four others. This recent accident was just one of several involving a wrong way driver on this bridge. The accident happened a little before 9 p.m. on Tuesday. At the time, the bridge — which takes […]