Young woman killed in recent pedestrian accident in Harlem
Depending on the circumstances, people who are involved in fatal accidents in New York City could end up facing criminal charges. They could also face further legal problems in the form of civil lawsuits. That could be the case for one man who was recently involved in a fatal pedestrian accident. A 21-year-old woman was […]
Brooklyn doctor faces criminal charges for patient’s death
Most New York City residents do not have a broad understanding of various medical conditions and the appropriate treatments. Therefore, they rely on their physicians to provide them with the best care possible. A medical malpractice lawsuit may be pursued when a patient is harmed as a result of a doctor’s negligent actions.
Jury awards medical malpractice victim more than $800,000
Errors can be made at any point while a person is receiving treatment for a serious health condition. However, some of the most serious complications can arise as a result of a misdiagnosis. As one woman’s story shows, an accurate diagnosis is critically important.
Patients could suffer as a result of residents working fewer hours
Dealing with multiple doctors during a visit to the hospital can be frustrating for patients and their family, especially when someone is suffering from a serious health condition. Seeing a new face emerge from behind a curtain can be unnerving and disheartening.
The profound effects of a serious brain injury
In some instances, New York City car accidents leave people with minor injuries. People often suffer broken bones and bruises. Although the injuries can be painful and uncomfortable, people can recover from those injuries rather quickly. Sadly, many people aren’t lucky enough to suffer just minor injuries. Many car accidents leave people with serious injuries […]
Patient sues doctor after failed hysterectomy
Whether you live in New York City or elsewhere, people trust that their physicians will take precautions to prevent patient harm, especially during surgery. Sadly, doctors errors can leave patients physically and emotionally damaged.
Hospitals aren’t doing enough to prevent lost surgical instruments
We’ve discussed it before on this blog. However, it appears that some hospitals in New York City and beyond aren’t doing enough to prevent surgical instruments from being left inside patients during surgery.
Driver charged after fatal NYC crash
Last week, we wrote about a car crash that left a young couple with fatal injuries. They were on their way to the hospital when their livery car was broadsided by another vehicle at a stop sign. The driver of that vehicle fled from the scene of the accident. However, he was recently arrested by […]
NYC mother reaches settlement with hospital for failed diagnosis
In January, we told you about a New York City woman who went to the hospital with a chronic cough. Doctors initially said she had asthma. However, two years later the woman was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer.
23-year-old student dies after being hit by car
People in New York City and others elsewhere usually go about their daily lives without thinking about the potential dangers all around them. Sadly, a car accident can happen in the blink of an eye. Accident victims can be left with serious injuries and some may even die. A 23-year-old student was killed recently after […]