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Debate over the safety of self-driving trucks

On Behalf of Meagher & Meagher, P.C. | Jan 11, 2022 | Motor vehicle accidents

Truck manufacturers and software developers are claiming that self-driving trucks are some of the safest vehicles on the road and that autonomous technology is taking care of driver shortages in New York and other states. Even so, critics say that not enough...

What is second impact syndrome?

On Behalf of Meagher & Meagher, P.C. | Dec 23, 2021 | Injuries

No matter their age or health, individuals can suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in nearly any type of accident. From a motor vehicle collision and fall from height to a sports injury and falling debris, a TBI can lead to concussion, brain swells and cognitive...

Common causes of emergency room errors

On Behalf of Meagher & Meagher | Oct 1, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

Medical errors cause about 250,000 deaths in New York and around the country each year, and most of these mistakes are caused by cognitive issues rather than a lack of knowledge or skill. These were two of the conclusions reached by researchers who investigated errors...

When your doctor fails to diagnose a stroke

On Behalf of Meagher & Meagher | Jul 7, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

Minutes matter when New Yorkers are suffering a stroke. However, negligent doctors sometimes miss the symptoms and do not diagnose the patient in enough time to give them effective treatment. Some may not be using the proper diagnostic techniques and could be relying...

How drivers may stay safe around semi-trucks

by Meagher & Meagher | Jun 23, 2021 | Motor vehicle accidents

They are colossal, weigh several tons and share the road with other vehicles. They also, sometimes, intimidate the average driver and cause potential dangers. Semi-trucks are an important part of U.S. commerce and the country’s supply chain, hauling cargo from state...

The various driving errors that threaten motorcyclists

by Meagher & Meagher | Apr 21, 2021 | Motor vehicle accidents

With Motorcycle Awareness Month arriving in May, once again, all motorists must understand the importance of sharing the road with these smaller, gas-efficient and adventurous two-wheelers. Obey the traffic rules, pay attention and make space for every motorcycle on...

Signs and symptoms of sarcoma

On Behalf of Meagher & Meagher | Apr 12, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

Misdiagnosis is one of the most common issues that cause doctors in New York to become targets for negligence claims. The consequences for a patient when a doctor fails to deliver a proper medical diagnosis can be catastrophic. One condition that poses a particular...

Bronx sidewalk collapse shows the horrors in premises liability

On Behalf of Meagher & Meagher | Feb 25, 2021 | Injuries

It was a real-life nightmare that happened to an unsuspecting Bronx man walking to a bus stop. Without notice on Oct. 24, the sidewalk buckled under the 33-year-old victim, swallowing him into a sinkhole filled with rats that crawled all over him. Although he...

Why are teens susceptible to distracted driving?

On Behalf of Meagher & Meagher | Jan 13, 2021 | Motor vehicle accidents

Distracted driving is one of the most common reasons that teenagers in New York are more likely than older drivers to get into car accidents. Distracted driving is typically defined as scrolling through social media, texting friends or talking on the phone while...

What Was The Cause Of Your Hospital-Related Injury?

On Behalf of Meagher & Meagher | Jan 6, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

Medical professionals do their best to care for patients, but hospitals are busy, often chaotic places and mistakes can happen. Unfortunately, a mistake in this environment can result in serious harm to you or a loved one. There are several common mistakes that...

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Debate over the safety of self-driving trucks

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Common causes of emergency room errors

When your doctor fails to diagnose a stroke

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Signs and symptoms of sarcoma

Bronx sidewalk collapse shows the horrors in premises liability

Why are teens susceptible to distracted driving?

What Was The Cause Of Your Hospital-Related Injury?

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