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 …
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 …
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 …
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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 …
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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. …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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