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Ouch, That’s Hot: Burn Injuries
Fire. From the time of the cavemen, its beauty and danger have been a part of what it means to be human. But in the modern workplace, fire is not the only way to get burned: Hot Surfaces Steam Chemicals Electricity Radiation Intense Light Ice or Cold Surfaces In fact, based on information from…
Miracles…and Mishaps
Doctors, nurses and our state-of-the-art medical facilities are amazing, and work miracles on a daily basis. But all the people involved in your care are just that: people. And one thing you can count on is that people make mistakes. That’s why doctors have medical malpractice insurance. Helping Miracles: How to Protect Yourself In…
Pedestrians, Pay Attention!
New York is a city of walkers. Whether it’s taking the kids to school, running errands, or getting to work or social activities, there’s a good chance you are walking several times a day. And if you’re like most New Yorkers, you feel like you’re in safe bubble where you can jaywalk and dart…
From the Headlines: Police Custody
News sources [LINK: http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/bronx/probe-launched-death-bronx-man-nypd-custody-article-1.3806131] reported in February 2018 that the state attorney general’s office took up the case of Dwayne Pritchett, a Bronx resident who died after being held in police custody. While the details and the final outcome of the case will be determined by the courts as the State of New York…
Real Need Is Never Greedy
Many people look at the news about lawsuits and shake their heads, blaming the victims for being greedy. But if you or a loved on has ever been in an accident, you know that’s the last thing on your mind. Even seemingly minor injuries can be life-changing, and more significant accidents can leave patients…