New York City Personal Injury Blog

Whiplash and its connection to brain injuries in Manhattan, NY

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

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 Personal Injury Lawyers has moved

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

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

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

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

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

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

Family reaches settlement in wrongful death case

In New York and elsewhere, death is a natural part of the human experience. However, when death is unexpectedly caused as a result of someone’s intentional act or neglect, death may create an even greater tragedy for family and friends. For some, seeking justice may provide closure after a fatal accident. Recently, a family has… read more

Slip and falls in places of worship

New Yorkers have all heard about injuries resulting from people slipping on ice. For many of people, the fear of falling on ice causes them to be more cautious when they walk on the sidewalks in the winter. Less commonly, people may hear about slip and falls that occur in places of worship. Recently, there… read more