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Hospital malpractice refers to instances where negligence contributes to the injury or illness of a hospital patient. The hospital’s lack of reasonable care can lead to severe injuries and even death. For example, if a hospital staff member is hired without a background check, or understaffing prevents staff from delivering
When healthcare providers do not meet the professional standards of care that the law requires, the resulting medical negligence or medical malpractice can harm patients. Medical negligence is notoriously difficult to prove. People who sustain injuries from medical negligence often face significant hurdles when trying to recover compensation to help
Our client was suffering from knee pain and possible infection in her right leg, the same leg in which she had prior knee replacement surgery. She sought treatment at a Nassau County hospital and arrived at the emergency room before being admitted as a patient. At the time, she was
If you have suffered a workplace injury in New York, you could be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation is essentially insurance paid for by your employer that provides cash benefits and medical care for employees who are hurt on the job. Different types of benefits are available when you
In nursing homes in New York and throughout the United States, physical and emotional abuse are not the only forms of elder abuse. Another common form of nursing home abuse is financial abuse. Financial abuse is when an individual or organization mismanages, conceals, or outright steals an elderly individual’s money, property, or other assets. While
Our client was involved in a pedestrian accident when he was struck by a car while crossing the street near the entrance of the Queens Center Mall located in Queens, New York. As a result of the collision, our client suffered a brain injury and continues to suffer from permanent neurological
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is any head injury that affects the functioning of the brain. TBIs can be extremely devastating. Many suffer some type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) when they are involved in serious accidents. TBI victims often need long-term medical treatment and may be unable to work.
Unintentional injuries are very common among children, and sadly, unintentional injuries are the leading cause of fatalities for children across the United States. According to the Childhood Injury Report prepared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of children (19 years old and younger) are treated in
Unfortunately, in New York City, public transportation accidents happen frequently. Some are minor, while others cause severe injuries that require long-term medical care. For decades, Finz & Finz, P.C. has represented victims of public transportation accidents, providing guidance and advice as they navigate the complicated legal system. If you were
Car accidents are among the most common causes of serious injuries and fatalities in New York and throughout the United States. Car accidents can occur on any roadway in New York, affecting drivers, passengers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and others. Most car accidents are caused by driver negligence. When negligence occurs, drivers can