Craig Rosenbaum | November 24, 2015 | Car Accidents
A hit-and-run is an accident in which a pedestrian is struck by an automobile and the driver fails to stop. Hit-and-runs are criminal offenses and they also give rise to civil liability. Normally, you would rely on the police to locate and arrest the suspect. Once you identify the person that struck you, you can… read more
Craig Rosenbaum | November 22, 2015 | Car Accidents
New York is a no-fault insurance state. This means that if you are in a car accident then you file a claim against your own insurer to cover your damages. However, many New Yorkers don’t own a car. Therefore, they don’t have any insurance, so what happens if you’re crossing Houston and someone barrels off… read more
Craig Rosenbaum | November 15, 2015 | Brain Injury
Brain injuries are terrifying. Infections, broken bones and lacerations are all something tangible; something you can fight with determination and science. However, a brain injury is insidious. You may not even be aware that your brain is injured. With medical expenses piling up, you or a loved one may be tempted to accept an insurance… read more
Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | November 10, 2015 | Products Liability
One of the worst kind of accidents or disasters can occur when something you take for granted stops working. It could be something simple, like if your alarm clock breaks on the very day you have an important appointment. And it is also true when your car suddenly catches fire for no discernable reason. Last week General… read more
Craig Rosenbaum | November 8, 2015 | Bus Accidents
We’ve all done it. The train is down for repairs at a station between your house and work, so you catch a bus connection to the next station. It’s standing room only so you can’t grab a seat. You look down to check your phone, and suddenly you are thrown to the floor. You hear whining wheels,… read more
Craig Rosenbaum | November 1, 2015 | Medical Malpractice
You haven’t felt like yourself since the surgery. The doctor said that you would experience discomfort for the next few days, but it was only an appendectomy. Finally, you can’t stand it. You head to your GP and explain how you’ve been feeling. The GP takes a quick X-ray and there it is, the source… read more
Craig Rosenbaum | October 25, 2015 | Medical Malpractice
The term “medical malpractice” is well known. Medical malpractice is one of the most common reasons for death in the United States, creating an environment full of anxiety, stress, and in some a lack of confidence in the medical profession. Cases of medical malpractice are very costly and generally cause a great deal of hardship… read more
Craig Rosenbaum | October 23, 2015 | Truck Accidents
No one plans on getting hit by a truck. You’re driving along the FDR on your morning commute, minding your own business, when a semi-truck slams into the rear of your midsize sedan. Trucks represent a small but deadly portion of the 70,000 annual auto collisions in NYC. Semi-trucks can weigh up to 80 tons… read more
Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | October 17, 2015 | Products Liability
Marijuana legalization has been a hot-button topic for several years. Advocates suggest that commercializing it would help remove the stigma and danger associated with the drug. However, a recent lawsuit against one of the largest marijuana growers in the nation may show consumers that making pot legal doesn’t necessarily make it safe. Two marijuana users… read more
Craig Rosenbaum | October 10, 2015 | Medical Malpractice
Being ill is always unpleasant and all most people can think about is getting better as soon as possible. Fortunately, most medical professionals are dedicated to helping their patients as much as possible and trying to speed up their recovery if they can. However, it is a sad fact that not everyone is as diligent… read more