Workplace injuries are a serious concern for employees and employers alike. Injuries sustained on the job can be debilitating and may result in lost wages, medical bills, and ongoing pain and suffering. In New York, injured workers have legal rights and may be entitled to compensation for their injuries. In…
Wachter v. State of New York is an example of medical malpractice that occurred in a nursing home setting. It highlights the importance of proper supervision and care in nursing homes. The case was brought by the family of an elderly woman who suffered severe injuries while residing in a…
Sikorski v. North Shore-LIJ Health Sys. highlights the importance of informed consent in medical treatment. The case involved a patient who underwent a medical procedure without being properly informed of the risks and potential complications. The case highlights the principle that healthcare providers have a duty to obtain informed consent…
In Pakenham v. New York City Health & Hosp. Corp. the plaintiff sued the hospital and the physician for medical malpractice, alleging that the defendants failed to properly diagnose and treat her condition, leading to serious injuries. The case highlights the principle of res ipsa loquitur in medical malpractice cases…
Vicarious liability for a hospital is a legal principle that holds a hospital responsible for the negligent acts of its employees, particularly physicians and other medical professionals who are providing care to patients. When a hospital employee, such as a physician, causes harm to a patient through negligence or malpractice,…
Nursing homes are designed to provide a safe and supportive environment for elderly and vulnerable individuals who require medical care and assistance with daily living activities. Unfortunately, nursing home injuries and abuse are a growing concern in New York and across the United States. These injuries can be caused by…
Johnson v. New York Methodist Hospital involved a medical malpractice claim against New York Methodist Hospital and several of its doctors. The plaintiff, Darilyn Johnson, alleged that the defendants failed to diagnose and treat her breast cancer in a timely manner, causing her cancer to metastasize and become more difficult…
O’Connor v. Grace Hospital was a landmark case in medical malpractice law that shaped the legal standards for establishing a doctor’s duty of care and the scope of that duty. The case involved the plaintiff, Mrs. O’Connor, who was suffering from severe abdominal pain and was admitted to Grace Hospital…
Marlowe v. Staten Island University Hospital is a medical malpractice case that centers around the tragic death of a newborn infant. The case provides a sobering reminder of the devastating consequences that can result when healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care that is expected of them. During…
Pedestrian accidents can result in severe injuries, and the victim may be entitled to compensation for their damages. The law in New York provides protection to pedestrians, and drivers have a legal obligation to exercise reasonable care to avoid causing harm to them. In Stathis v. Leonardis, the New York…