New York City Personal Injury Blog
New therapy offers hope for brain injury victims
Craig Rosenbaum | June 21, 2013 | Brain Injury
In the blink of an eye, New York residents can survive a sudden accident but then struggle to maintain life at the most basic level. The frightening experience of one man is a case in point. Two years ago, the man, then 28, sustained a traumatic brain injury after he was thrown from his SUV… read more
Couple files premises liability suit against hotel
Craig Rosenbaum | June 14, 2013 | Premises Liability
Business establishments in New York are responsible for the safety and well-being of their patrons. In hotels, clubs or restaurants, customers should be free of any situation that may result in danger. Unfortunately, some business establishments fail to carry out their obligations as numerous incidents of premises liability have occurred in Manhattan and nearby areas…. read more
Whiplash and its connection to brain injury
Craig Rosenbaum | June 4, 2013 | Brain Injury
Automotive accidents are quite common in New York State. With this type of accident a victim may sometimes experience whiplash. This effect is known to be the cause of numerous spine injuries in accident victims. However, what some people do not realize is that whiplash may also bring about changes to the human body that… read more
New York car accident results in injuries to five people injured
Craig Rosenbaum | May 29, 2013 | Car Accidents
With so many people traveling on the roadways, holiday weekends are notorious for car accidents and New York City was is no different. A car accident on May 25 – during the recent Memorial Day weekend – resulted in injury for five people, including two children. The Upper East Side two-car crash occurred when an… read more
Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum has moved
Craig Rosenbaum | May 26, 2013 | Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, PC
PC has recently moved our firm to a new location. We are now located at 100 Wall Street, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10005. After many months at a temporary office as a result of Hurricane Sandy, construction is complete at our new office and we are all moved in! We look forward to continuing… read more
Family sues N.H.L. for wrongful death of son
Craig Rosenbaum | May 20, 2013 | Wrongful Death
Many parents encourage their children to participate in sports. Most of them presumably believe the benefits of include not only physical fitness but self-discipline and character development. However, for one family, a sport has allegedly led to the death of their son. The parents of the late New York Rangers hockey player Derek Boogaard have… read more
Medical Malpractice: Understanding Cerebral Palsy and Erb’s Palsy Lawsuits
Craig Rosenbaum | May 14, 2013 | Medical Malpractice
Cerebral Palsy and Erb’s Palsy are often caused by injuries that occur during child birth. Cerebral Palsy can result in brain damage, central nervous system issues, and long-term health problems. Between 40 and 50% of all children who develop cerebral palsy were born prematurely. Premature infants are vulnerable, in part because their organs are not… read more
Cell phone-distracted accident stats may be underreported
Craig Rosenbaum | May 14, 2013 | Car Accidents
People in New York know that it’s illegal to drive while using a hand to hold a cell phone to their ear or, possibly worse, send a text. Everyone knows the law, but it certainly doesn’t stop some people. Distracted driving has become something of an epidemic across the U.S., but some people may not… read more
Three injured in two-car accident in NY
Craig Rosenbaum | May 7, 2013 | Car Accidents
Many New Yorkers do not know where to turn when they are the victims of a car crash. It is difficult to know how to proceed, especially when someone is dealing with injuries, medical bills, and time missed from work. Those injured in car accidents, or their loved ones, may ask these and other similar… read more
Mother of deceased man files wrongful death suit in NY
Craig Rosenbaum | April 30, 2013 | Wrongful Death
Dealing with a loved one’s death may be one of the most emotional times in a person’s life. The loss of a family member is always difficult, but it may be especially difficult when the loss of life was a result of another person’s misconduct. Recently, the mother of a deceased man has filed a… read more