Sexual abuse can cause substantial damage to children and permanently distort their ability to build healthy relationships based on trust. Families of victims may wish to provide support and participate in helping their loved ones recover. When parents and guardians...
What changes under New York’s new Child Victims Act?
Imagine being a 22-year-old and a survivor of child sexual abuse. Now imagine you live in a state where, by your next birthday, you must decide whether to sue those responsible for your abuse or forfeit that right forever. Is a 22-year-old victim of child sexual abuse...
New York’s human rights protection stronger than federal law
The New York City Human Rights Law, in place since 1955, offers city residents the most significant enforcement of human rights protection in the country. Even stronger than federal human rights regulations, New York's law has been amended over the years to establish...
Top 4 deadly construction accidents
The construction industry is uniquely hazardous. According to OSHA, over 21 percent of worker fatalities in 2016 were in construction. The reasons for construction worker injuries and fatalities are numerous. Some causes are easy to notice, while others are...
Why isn’t New York bicycle friendly?
One would think that in a state with such busy streets, New York would prioritize efforts that are considered bicycle friendly. However, data collected by the League of American Bicyclists paints a different picture. The league ranks each of the 50 states on overall...
3 accidents that can happen in an NYC parking lot
Parking lots may seem like uneventful places, but they are the location for many types of accidents to both motorists and pedestrians. In fact, CBS cites statistics from the National Safety Council that show parking lots and parking garages are home to 20 percent of...
Why you should always get a second opinion
At some point in your life, you may face some major decisions about your medical care that you do not think will have a major impact on your health and life. As trusting as you are of your physician in New York, there is always the risk that he or she may not...
How a dog bite attack can cause serious injury
Many people in New York do not realize how serious dog bites can be. Although it is rare for victims to experience serious injuries, they can and do happen. Some attacks result in minor scratches and bruises, and others are so serious that victims sustain broken...
Top 3 risks for bicyclists in New York City
Bicycling through New York City can be intimidating. With taxis, commercial vehicles and pedestrians clogging up the streets, biking in the city comes with unique risks. If you get into an accident on your bike, you could get a significant injury. Here are...
How can I protect myself from failure to diagnose errors?
Failure to diagnose errors are becoming more common in New York and all across the country. When doctors overlook or fail to properly analyze their patients’ symptoms, they cannot provide them with the right diagnosis or treatment. If you have been under the...