When you seek medical treatment of any kind, you don’t anticipate leaving the office in worse condition than you were in upon arrival. And even if you receive substandard care, you certainly don’t expect to sustain a catastrophic spinal cord injury (SCI) while under your doctor’s watch. The unfortunate truth, however, is that SCIs can [...]
People all over the country use escalators on a daily basis, especially if they frequently shop, or work in a department store of some kind. Many people do not give escalators a second thought, as they are usually considered nothing more than something you get on and get off, seconds later. However, when an escalator [...]
There is a very good chance you will spend your Labor Day at a friend or family member’s house. Labor Day is a celebration for all the hard work we do, which is why we reward ourselves with pool parties, cookouts, outdoor activities, and more. However, the most important part of a fun and successful [...]
Pedestrians, due to their comparatively high level of exposure, are some of the most vulnerable parties sharing the road at any given time. People walk all over the City to get from point A to point B, and people generally consider walking to be a safe, cost-effective and healthy way to travel. However, if you [...]
Some people love food shopping, and others would rather do anything else. However, regardless of your opinion on supermarkets, you most likely never consider being seriously injured in one. Unfortunately, supermarkets are riddled with potential safety hazards, and if you are unlucky, you may fall victim to one. If you have been involved in a [...]
If you live in New York City, you are most likely in an apartment. Apartments are a great way to get the best of both worlds in terms of functionality and location. Generally, people thoroughly enjoy their experience as a tenant in New York City. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Sometimes, people are [...]
Seeking prompt medical care is the first step toward building a strong personal injury claim. The second is calling an attorney. Consulting a well-credentialed personal injury lawyer as soon as possible is beneficial in the following ways: Allows you to focus on your health while your claim proceeds in good hands; Prevents you from making [...]
Elevators are in virtually every building in New York City, which is why most people do not give them a second thought. They are merely something you step into and out of to arrive at or leave a destination. However, elevators can be extremely dangerous, posing reckless safety hazards to the public if not manufactured [...]
Generally, when you are visiting a friend, or are at the supermarket, you do not imagine yourself getting injured. Unfortunately, when you are on another person’s property, there is no way of telling if there are hazardous conditions and where/what they are. When a property owner is aware of a hazardous condition and does not [...]
Addiction is a disease like any other. And since you wouldn’t blame healthcare providers for a condition like diabetes or cancer, you might not think to blame them for a substance use disorder. When it comes to opiate addiction, though, there are scenarios in which the prescribing doctors actually are liable. Prescription opioids are powerful [...]
