Common Surgical Errors
Medical mistakes and surgical errors are, unfortunately, a common problem. According to a 2016 study, more than 250,000 deaths per year in the United States are due to medical errors. Most surgical errors are entirely preventable. If a surgeon adheres to the appropriate duty of care and does not act negligently, these errors should not […]
The Three Types of Distracted Driving
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2016 3,450 people were killed as the result of distracted driving. Distracted driving is commonly associated with texting or talking on a cell phone. However, there are a number of different distractions that can impair a driver. Law enforcement and researchers tend to divide distracted driving […]
Hit and Run Accidents
Leaving the scene of an accident is a crime in New York, and yet people do it every day. If you are involved in an accident with a hit and run driver who left the scene without providing insurance or identifying information, you may think that you’re out of luck. However, whether you were a […]
Defective Tools
Defective tools, whether they are being used in the home or in the workplace, can cause severe injury. Tools can be defective for a variety of different reasons. For example, in February DeWalt hand drills were recalledbecause moving parts came into contact with the wiring which posed a shock hazard. When a tool is defective, […]
Cruise Ship Injuries
According to the Cruise Lines International Association, an estimated 30 million people will take a cruise in 2019. Cruises make great vacations, and while cruise ships are generally safe, accidents and injuries do happen. Sometimes these injuries are the result of negligence on the part of the cruise line and its employees. Common Cruise Ship […]
Common Motorcycle Accidents and How to Prevent Them
Motorcycles are extremely dangerous forms of transportation, but many people enjoy the freedom that motorcycles provide. Motorcycle riders can protect themselves from some injuries by wearing helmets and other protective gear such as jackets and gloves. Riders of motorcycles and drivers of cars can also stay safe by being aware of common motorcycle accident situations […]
Pharmacy Negligence
Just like any other health care provider, pharmacists and pharmacies owe a duty of care to the people that rely on their services. Pharmacists are entrusted with dispensing medications that keep people healthy and in some cases save their lives. We rely on pharmacists to be careful when performing their jobs and when they fail […]
Common Bicycle Accident Injuries
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2015 more than 1,000 cyclists died in accidents and there were 467,000 bicycle injuries. There are thousands of bicycles on the road in New York City, and hundreds of accidents occur every year. Due to the lack of protection to the cyclist, the injuries […]
NYC Traffic Injuries Up in 2018
According to data from the city, the number of traffic injuries is up in New York City for 2018. Collisions were up 11% in 2018 compared to 2014 with a total of 228,227. Collisions resulting in injuries were up 18% with 44,508 in 2018. The good news is that traffic fatalities are at record lows […]
Elevator Accidents
Elevators are a convenient way to move between floors in a building, especially if you are unable to use the stairs. While the majority of elevator trips are uneventful, it can be easy to take their safety for granted. There can be malfunctions in an elevator, just like with any other type of mechanical equipment. […]