Monthly Archives: February 2025
New York City Cracks Down on Property Owners Who Fail to Clear Ice – Commercial Property Owners May Face Liability for Slip and Fall Accidents
Almost one year ago, news spread across New York City that the City’s efforts to keep ice and snow off busy city streets was ramping up. According to local news reports, in January, 2024, New York City sent a message to its residents: “property owners must clear their sidewalks; it’s city laws, and failure… Read More »
Comedian, Producer Sues New York City Hospital for Medical Malpractice after “Botched” Surgery
A lawsuit brought by prominent South African comedian, producer, and television personality, Trevor Noah, against a New York City Hospital demonstrates to New York City patients and residents that not even celebrities are immune to doctor medical malpractice. According to national news reports, Trevor Noah brought a medical malpractice lawsuit against New York’s Hospital… Read More »
Myths Busted: Learn about Three Common Myths about New York City Medical Malpractice Cases and What You Can Do to Get Compensation in Your New York City Medical Malpractice Case
Like many other areas of New York civil laws, there is a lot of misunderstanding and confusion about New York medical malpractice laws. Indeed, whether a person hears misinformation from a television show, the news, or a trusted family member or friend, myths about New York medical malpractice laws and New York City medical… Read More »
Consent Form 101: Three Ways to Overcome Your Consent Form in Your New York City Medical Malpractice Case
One of the reasons that a New York City medical malpractice victim may believe that they have no leg to stand on after they were injured by a negligent doctor or medical professional is that they signed an informed consent form. Indeed, New York laws require doctors to provide informed consent to their patients… Read More »
Depo-Provera Lawsuits: Understanding the Legal Battle Over Brain Tumor Risks
Depo-Provera, a widely used injectable contraceptive, has been linked to an increased risk of developing meningiomas, a type of brain tumor. Women who have used Depo-Provera for an extended period are now filing lawsuits against Pfizer and other manufacturers, alleging that they failed to warn users about the potential dangers. With legal action gaining… Read More »
Lavern’s Law in New York City Medical Malpractice Cases – What Does the Law Mean and What You Can Do if You are Injured by Your Doctor in New York City
Many New York City residents and medical patients likely know that in New York, most civil legal claims have an expiration date. Indeed, whether a case involves a dog bite, a breach of contract, or an injury caused by a skilled medical professional to a patient, aggrieved individuals have only a certain amount of… Read More »
Injured New York City Construction Worker Settles Construction Accident Case for $25 Million after Accidental Fall, Fake Safety Logs
Over six years ago, in May, 2018, New York City construction worker Abbos Abbosov was working on a roof project at a Brooklyn Amazon warehouse when tragedy struck. Abbosov fell through a hole that was in the roof, plunging to the ground where he landed on his head, seriously injuring himself, and requiring repeated… Read More »
We’re On the Record: Three Tips for Your Deposition in Your New York City Medical Malpractice Case
When a New York City medical malpractice victim files a case in court for money compensation for their injuries against the doctor or medical professional who injured them, they may be faced with the next step of the litigation process: discovery. Indeed, once a New York City medical malpractice victim files a case in… Read More »
Hit by Falling Ice in New York City? Find Out Why You May Be Owed Compensation Under New York Laws
There is no doubt that winter in New York City may not be like winter in any other city. From the beauty of the frosty streets and sidewalks, to decorative storefronts and windowsills, and with a constant flow of pedestrians in hats, coats, and gloves, New York City can seem like a winter wonderland…. Read More »
