As construction worker injuries continue to rise in New York City, the city is taking steps to hold owners and contractors accountable for dangerous work sites. The city has developed a new SWAT team of …
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Pregnancy should be a joyful time for parents. However, pregnancy can also bring uncertainty and worry. What if medical issues arise? Pregnant mothers rely on their doctors to properly diagnose and treat any medical conditions …
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When a medical professional fails to properly diagnose a stroke in a patient, the consequences can be devastating. If a stroke is diagnosed in a timely manner, it may be treated to prevent damage to …
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Traffic through emergency rooms in the United States has been on the rise. Americans visit the emergency room more than 140 million times a year. That’s 43 visits for every 100 Americans. Visits to the …
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In December of 2019, as part of its Vision Zero initiative, New York City installed a number of shocking billboards in an effort to reduce pedestrian injuries. One of these billboards shows a car in …
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Amputation injuries are among the most traumatic injuries an individual can experience. It is especially painful when an amputation injury is the result of someone’s negligence. They are life-altering, catastrophic injuries and can lead to …
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March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, and it is a time to bring attention to a condition that affects thousands of children and adults around the world. It’s a great time to educate yourself about …
DetailsIn December of 2019, a prominent architect was killed when a chunk of façade fell from a building in Manhattan. It came to light that the owners of the building knew for over a year …
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In the wake of a spike in bicyclist deaths, New York City is taking steps to improve the safety of the streets for bicyclists. One of these steps is to adjust the timing of green …
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During the winter in New York City, people slip and fall on snow and ice every day. While some falls are unavoidable accidents, this is not the case for all slip and falls. Some falls …
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