A reflection in the bathroom mirror should not serve as a daily reminder of a traumatic afternoon in a local park or a neighbor’s backyard. But sadly, a dog bite can leave behind a permanent change to a victim's physical identity and self-esteem. It is crucial not to...
White Plains Personal Injury Law Blog
What medical records can help prove medical malpractice?
When medical care leaves you with an unexpected injury, you may wonder what happened and whether someone could have prevented it. You may remember what your doctor told you, but proving what happened often requires more than your recollection. Your medical records can...
Was that car accident really minor? Beware the risk of a TBI
Even a minor crash on New York roads can be stressful. When a negligent driver causes a rear-end collision or a side-swipe accident, it might leave you angry, and more worried about the damage to your vehicle and your insurance premium than any injuries. After all, it...
Could a low Apgar score point to a delivery problem?
The moments following a birth are full of emotion, energy and activity. At this time, parents may hear medical teams quickly announce a set of numbers known as the Apgar score. This assessment, performed at one and five minutes after delivery, helps doctors determine...
When a routine operation takes an unexpected turn: 5 causes of surgical error
A patient goes into surgery expecting relief and wakes up with a new problem. Sometimes it is a lingering infection, unexpected pain or a second procedure that no one anticipated. Even with the advances of modern medicine, surgical errors still occur. These errors...
Who is liable when a dog attacks a child in New York?
When a dog attacks a child, parents face medical bills, emotional fallout and unanswered questions about who is responsible. New York law provides specific answers, but the rules are layered. Strict liability and medical costs Under New York Agriculture and Markets...
What if the other driver lies about the accident?
After a car accident, the other driver may tell police or their insurance company a story that contradicts what actually happened. This situation is frustrating, but the good news is that objective evidence can expose the truth. Why do drivers change their story?...
Sepsis protocols for timely diagnosis: why minutes matter
Sepsis does not always arrive with a dramatic warning. It can start with subtle symptoms — fever, confusion, fast breathing, unusual fatigue — and then accelerate with terrifying speed. One moment a patient seems “just sick,” and hours later their organs may begin to...
How to differentiate medical malpractice and misconduct
A bad medical outcome does not always mean a malpractice case. Some situations involve careless treatment. However, some cases involve fraud or abuse. While both medical malpractice and misconduct are forms of negligence, it is important to know how to differentiate...
How nursing errors may occur during routine hospital care
You receive care during a hospital stay in New York. Nurses give medicine, check vital signs and help with daily needs. A problem may arise during that care. When this happens, you may ask if nursing actions or work conditions played a part and if the situation points...