Medical Malpractice

Young girl suffers brain injury in New York accident

Head trauma is always worrying, however minor it may seem. The effects of a brain injury do not always present themselves immediately, so victims are often left with concerns for weeks after their injury occurs. For those victims who find they have symptoms of a brain injury, matters are even more serious, as they may… read more

Cancer patient has wrong kidney removed

Going for surgery can be a daunting experience, whether it is for a minor operation or a life-saving one. For patients in New York, having an experienced doctor for the procedure might ease your mind. Unfortunately, even the best surgeons are capable of making a surgical error, and when this happens it is the patient… read more

New York Giants owner pledges millions for brain injury research

Many people recognize that a head injury can have serious after effects, but one thing that is not so well-known is that symptoms of lasting damage are not always immediately apparent. Some victims of head trauma may not even see a doctor, thinking it was a harmless knock. It is impossible to predict how many… read more

Couple to receive almost $8 million in medical malpractice suit

When medical professionals make mistakes, it is almost always their patients who suffer the shortcomings of their negligence. In a profession where people’s lives and well-being are so much at stake, attention to detail is vital and mistakes can be costly. Incidences of medical malpractice are all too common in New York. Patients should be… read more

Brother-in-law of British prince dies in Manhattan brain injury

The brain is a delicate thing and it only takes a seemingly small knock to cause a great deal of damage. It is an unfortunate fact that head injuries are a common occurrence and their after-effects can be devastating. In a recent and tragic accident in Manhattan, a fall resulted in a fatal head injury… read more

Boxer’s brain injury after NYC fight leads to malpractice suit

When you are ill, injured or at-risk of health problems, you expect a certain standard of care. Many health care professionals perform their duties with diligence, but unfortunately this is not always the case.  Medical negligence can occur within hospitals but in other arenas, too. No matter where it occurs, it can have serious consequences… read more

“March On” in New York raises awareness for brain injury victims

Experiencing any form of head trauma can have lasting effects on an individual and on his or her loved ones. Brain damage can leave victims with reduced mobility, amnesia or even in a comatose state. Many people find their lives and even their relationships with their families permanently changed by their accidents. To raise awareness… read more

NY doctor convicted of fraud named in 250 malpractice lawsuits

Doctors are bound by oath to try to serve their patients in the best way that they can. They cannot afford to make any mistake, especially during major operations that might cost the life of their patients. When a doctor takes on too much work in an effort to get paid more, that can result… read more

New York student’s brain-injury death treated as homicide

No matter how careful you are in day-to-day life, accidents happen. Sometimes these will be minor trips, slips or falls that you can laugh off with no serious repercussions. Others, however, can result in serious injury. One of the most life-threatening injuries a person can suffer is head trauma. Such was the case in New… read more

Girl who suffered brain damage at birth gets millions from jury

A young girl was awarded $32.8 million by a jury because she was born at a hospital and suffered from brain damage due to two nurses who were found to be negligent when they were caring for the girl’s pregnant mother. It took nine hours for the jury to deliberate on the case of a… read more