May is Mental Health Awareness Month – 2022
May has been designated as National Mental Health Awareness month. During this month, state, local, and national organizations and groups are making a concerted effort to raise awareness regarding mental and behavioral health issues within our communities. The Prevalence of Mental Health Conditions According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly one in […]
Netflix’s Jerry Harris Pleads Guilty to Receiving Sexual Abuse Materials
In early 2020, the hit Netflix docuseries Cheer brought national attention to Navarro College’s award-winning cheerleading program. As a result, certain members of the elite cheerleading team became instant celebrities. One of these individuals, Jerry Harris, quickly became a fan favorite. However, later that year news broke that twin 14-year-old brothers had sued Harris for […]
Loss of Chance Doctrine and a Cancer Diagnosis
As patients, we depend on our doctors and medical professionals to accurately assess our health and identify potential issues. Unfortunately, there can be situations when a medical professional fails to diagnose or properly treat a serious illness. When the condition is cancer, delaying diagnosis and treatment can have dire consequences for the patient’s future health. […]
Punitive Damages in a New York Wrongful Death Case
When a loved one dies because of another’s reckless or negligent conduct, grieving family members often face numerous financial and emotional consequences. In New York, qualifying family members harmed by wrongful death can file suit for compensatory damages. However, in some extreme cases, a victim’s loved ones may also claim punitive damages. Here is more […]
Why Every Victim Deserves Their Day in Court
It can take years or even decades before a sexual abuse survivor is able to acknowledge and process their experience. Even then, survivors may not be mentally and emotionally prepared to come forward right away. However, the fact remains that sexual abuse victims should be able to hold their abusers accountable for their actions. Here […]
Epstein Victim Achieves Settlement in Prince Andrew Abuse Case
When disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein was initially charged for his depraved conduct, his victims believed he would finally be brought to justice. Sadly, these sexual-abuse survivors were re-victimized by a system that failed to hold Epstein accountable for his actions. It would be years before this known sex offender would see the inside of […]
The Effects of Sexual Violence
When you hear the term “sexual violence,” it may bring forth images of a stranger assaulting someone in an isolated setting. Although this type of assault can and does happen, it’s just one of the many ways a person may be subjected to sexual abuse. The effects of sexual violence can permeate every aspect of […]
Why New York’s Wrongful Death Laws Need to be Changed
When someone you love dies because of another’s party negligence, it can feel as if your entire world has been shattered. While still reeling from the shock and pain of your loved one’s death, you will have to cope with grief and the financial consequences of your loss. Anyone in this situation should be able […]
Why New York Needs the Grieving Families Act
When a loved one dies due to another party’s negligence, the consequences can be devastating. The grief the surviving family members can endure in this situation is often debilitating and indefinite. When a person or entity acts so negligently or recklessly as to take a life, that person’s survivors should be able to hold the […]
What is the Adult Survivors Act?
When someone has been sexually abused or assaulted, they should be able to turn to the courts to hold their abuser accountable. However, for years, New York’s short statutes of limitations have prevented survivors from filing civil suits against those responsible for their abuse. Currently, there is pending New York legislation that would provide time-barred […]