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Is Erb’s Palsy Permanent?

Erb’s palsy is a relatively common condition in newborns. Statistics vary, but most show that Erb’s palsy occurs in at least 1 in 1,000 live births in the United States. The seriousness of the condition varies: some cases resolve fairly quickly, while others cause lifelong impairment. Although the severity of the injury and duration of […]

What Causes Cerebral Palsy?

Some cases of cerebral palsy (CP) are genetic, which may be the reason that many parents of children born with cerebral palsy don’t think to look further for a cause. Cerebral palsy is often assumed to be a birth defect when in truth it is frequently the result of a birth injury. This confusion may […]

Who is Liable to NYC DUI Accident Victims?

third parties such as drivers of other cars, passengers of other cars, cyclists, and pedestrians are injured in these accidents. In 2014, 11 non-drinking drivers, 47 passengers, 71 pedestrians, and 11 bicyclists were killed in motor vehicle accidents involving alcohol. Those who have been seriously injured by a drunk driver or have lost a loved […]

2017 NYC Construction Accident Report

According to the New York City Department of Buildings, there were 645 reported construction accidents in the five boroughs in 2017. More than 60% of those accidents took place in Manhattan. NYC Construction Accident Injuries and Fatalities The 645 reported construction accidents resulted in 666 injuries and 12 fatalities. Although the number of construction site […]

Can you receive compensation for your injuries from falling off a ladder?

There is always a risk of falling and suffering injuries when working on a ladder. There are many types of ladders used by NYC residents and workers, and while some may be designed with more safety features than others, they are never 100% safe, and ladder accidents occur often, as many NYC premises accidents lawyers can easily […]

Driving Awareness Tips for Big City Driving

Living in a big city means that now and then you see freak road accidents you would want to forget. For as long as human beings are driving vehicles on the road, accidents cannot be completely avoided because human beings will at some point make mistakes or be careless. You might even have at one […]

Were You Or A Loved One Injured By A Vicious Dog?

People who own dogs are responsible for taking measures to prevent them from harming others.  Owners should ensure that their dogs are housed in such a manner as to minimize the risk of the dogs escaping and attacking people.  When dogs are walked owners are responsible for maintaining a safe distance from other people or […]

Protect Yourself and Your Rights After a Car Accident

By Dansker & AspromonteSeptember 23, 2016 When you’ve been injured in an automobile accident, gathering evidence usually isn’t your first thought—and it shouldn’t be. The first thing you should do after a car accident is to seek medical attention. However, what you do immediately and shortly after a car accident may significantly impact your ability to receive the […]

Dangers of Texting and Walking

Texting and driving is hazardous and punishable by law in most states. Although you are not operating a motor vehicle, texting while walking is just as risky, especially in New York City. Whether it be falling down a set of stairs, stepping into traffic, crashing into another person on the street, or tripping over debris, […]

$3.5 Million

Fall from Scaffold

s4, Slip, Trip & Fall, Workplace Accident

An undocumented Mexican immigrant working on scaffolding at a construction site fell 30 feet onto the cement.
Continue Reading An undocumented Mexican immigrant working on scaffolding at a construction site fell 30 feet onto the cement. He fractured his skull and vertebrae in his neck and back. It was shown at trial that the company he worked for failed to provide him with a safety line, which would have prevented his fall.

$1.1 Million

Child Injury

Bus Accident, Pedestrian Accident, s3

One day after school, Julio ran after his bus, which was leaving without him. He slipped and was run over by the back wheels, sustaining severe injuries, including bilateral hip fractures and a shearing injury to his buttocks.
Continue Reading Julio, 16, was an outpatient at the Manhattan Children’s Psychiatric Hospital where he attended school and got psychiatric counseling and supportive therapy every day. The NYC Board of Ed operated the school. One day after school, Julio ran after his bus, which was leaving without him. He slipped and was run over by the back wheels, sustaining severe injuries, including bilateral hip fractures and a shearing injury to his buttocks. Board of Ed rules required that Julio was to be escorted to the bus. The NYCTA denied liability, claiming they weren’t negligent because Julio ran after the bus. The City denied liability because they claimed the school day was over. At trial, both the Board of Ed who had knowledge of Julio’s poor impulse control and was required to put him safely on the bus, and the NYCTA whose bus driver saw Julio running and made no effort to slow or stop the bus were found to be responsible.

$1.35 Million

Birth Injury

Medical Malpractice, s2

Instead of delivery by C-section, which was clearly indicated, the attending physician elected a natural birth. When the baby was stuck in the pelvic area, excessive force was used to pull her out, injuring the nerves in her neck and causing partial paralysis of her left arm. The condition is known as Erbs Palsy.
Continue Reading Baby Taylor C. - Taylor’s mother had gained over 50 pounds during the pregnancy, was past due, and had a prolonged first stage and second stage of delivery. These are warning signs of an overly large baby. Baby Taylor was 9 lbs. 13 oz. Instead of delivery by C-section, which was clearly indicated, the attending physician elected a natural birth. When the baby was stuck in the pelvic area, excessive force was used to pull her out, injuring the nerves in her neck and causing partial paralysis of her left arm. The condition is known as Erbs Palsy. The case was settled during the trial. Fortunately, Baby Taylor’s injury improved over time.

$1.2 Million

Playground Accident

Premises Liability, s1

A young girl slid down a sliding pond in the playground of an NYC school. As Ayisha slid down, her ring finger went into the gap and the top of it was cut off.
Continue Reading Ayisha W- A young girl slid down a sliding pond in the playground of an NYC school. The slide was not installed properly and there was a gap between the metal on the side of the slide. As Ayisha slid down, her ring finger went into the gap and the top of it was cut off. The City argued that since it was just the tip of her finger it was not worth much money. At trial, it was proved that Ayisha had a devastating emotional reaction that affected every aspect of her life and self-esteem. The jury agreed.