Radiological Malpractice
Obtaining the correct diagnosis is crucial to effective medical care. Radiologists are often an important factor in the diagnostic process. The use of medical imaging such as x-rays, MRIs, CTs, ultrasounds, and sonograms by radiologists is critical in the diagnosis and treatment of some patients. A correct diagnosis is important to a patient’s health, and […]
Distracted Driving: Are Millennials the Worst Offenders?
Distracted driving is a major cause of serious car accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving claimed 3,166 lives in 2017 alone. The increase in smartphone usage and in-vehicle technology has been a major contributing factor in distracted driving. But who is responsible for this increase in distracted driving? A […]
Important Steps to Take After a Car Accident
When you’ve been involved in a car accident, it can be a stressful and emotional time. It is important, however, to take the right steps after an accident in order to help you with any potential claim you may have in the future. Stay Safe It is important never to drive away from the scene […]
CDC Warns of Risks Associated With Juul E-cigarettes
Juul is the top-selling brand of e-cigarettes in the country. Juul has been criticized for years for inappropriately directing its marketing at young people. Now the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning consumers of the dangers of using Juul, especially for young people. What is a Juul E-Cigarette? A Juul is a […]
Taking Good Photos After a Car Accident
If you’ve been in a car accident, photos of the scene can be important evidence. Taking high quality, useful photos can help establish what happened during the accident. These pictures will not only help with reconstructing the accident, but they can also be used to establish damages and liability. There are some important steps you […]
Backover Accidents
Every year thousands of people are injured in backover accidents. A backover accident can cause severe injuries. A backover accident occurs when a bicyclist or pedestrian is struck by a car that is going in reverse. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 284 people were killed in backover accidents in 2015. Thousands […]
Despite Safety Issues NYPD is Issuing Fewer Traffic Citations
According to data released in the Mayor’s Management Report, New York City motorists were issued 1,027,000 moving traffic citations in the fiscal year 2019. This is the lowest number of citations since 2015. Citations for speeding and running red lights fell 4.1% while citations for cellphone use fell by almost 15%. This decrease comes in […]
Pedestrians Die Every 90 Minutes in the United States
In the United States, a pedestrian dies on the street every 90 minutes. According to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association, 2018 is projected to have the most pedestrian deaths in decades. The death count is projected to hit more than 6,000. In New York alone, the number is projected to be close to 120 pedestrian […]
Bill Introduced Allowing Service Members to Sue the Military for Medical Malpractice
When a patient has been injured due to medical malpractice, that patient has the right to sue their doctor for the damages they caused. This is not the case for everyone, however. Military personnel currently do not have the right to sue the military for medical malpractice. This means that if a member of the […]
Falls in Hospitals and Emergency Rooms
It is not uncommon for a patient who is being treated in the hospital or an emergency room to fall. Some patients, based on their medical condition, are more at risk for falls. In addition, negligent maintenance of the hospital can lead to dangerous conditions that can make it more likely for a fall to […]