When patients see their doctors, they put their full trust in them. Sadly, surgical errors still occur in New York and around the country. This is considered one of the most preventable forms of medical malpractice. How do surgical errors occur? No one goes into a...
People love to warn others who want to ride motorcycles about how dangerous two-wheeled transportation can be. They might tell you that any little mistake could put you in the hospital, but they will probably gloss over the biggest threat to your safety as a...
Truck drivers perform valuable services that help keep goods flowing through the economy. Many of them work long shifts and many days throughout the week. Fatigue may set in, leaving them vulnerable to the effects of driving while drowsy. Dismissing a tired truck...
New York parents whose infant has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy may be concerned about what this means for their child. CP cannot be cured, but it is not a progressive condition, and there are a number of treatments that can improve a child's quality of life....
Victims of New York car accidents can suffer serious injuries, including to their head and brain. If you were left with a TBI, it’s important to know what to do next. How serious are TBIs? Traumatic brain injuries rank among one of the most catastrophic injuries after...
A dog bite injury is a top reason for children going to the emergency room in New York. In 2018, 89.7 million dogs were pets in the US. In 2020, about 50% of households had at least one dog. Most children who suffer dog bite injuries are under nine years of age. An...
In New York, birth injuries can happen to anyone, regardless of their health or the health of their baby. There are many different types of birth injuries and some are more common than others. Cerebral palsy This is one of the most common birth injuries, and it can...
With summer fast approaching, New York traffic is seeing a dramatic increase in activity on city streets, highways and neighborhood roads. From young drivers now out of school to the sharp rise of both motorcycle and bicycle traffic, roads often become crowded at a...
Workers may perform numerous tasks on top of or around scaffolding. Roofers, painters, window washers, and other professionals rely on scaffolding to do their jobs and preserve their safety. Unfortunately, mishaps and accidents happen, and anyone working on a New York...
Bone fractures are a common injury in motor vehicle accidents. Bones can break when the body is thrust into something hard, such as the dashboard or window. If you've been in a motor vehicle accident recently, you may be having one of these bone fractures. Arm...