Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Medical Malpractice & Errors
Understaffing is a major issue at hospitals across the nation. Several New York hospitals are significantly understaffed, increasing the odds that patients will be injured while seeking care. After the COVID-19 pandemic, this situation has reached crisis levels, with many patients and families experiencing the consequences of hospital understaffing firsthand. If you believe that you …
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If you recently lost a loved one due to a medical mistake at a New York hospital, you might be considering filing a wrongful death claim. Your loved one went to the hospital for medical treatment. If they died as a result of negligent care, a wrongful death claim may be able to seek justice …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Wrongful Death
If you recently lost a loved one in an accident that was someone else’s fault or due to intentional misconduct, you might be considering filing a wrongful death claim on their behalf. New York’s wrongful death statute allows an estate’s personal representative to file a wrongful death case against the party responsible for the death. …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Medical Malpractice & Errors
The oldest known surgery was a leg amputation performed on a child in Borneo about 31,000 years ago. Since then, countless people have benefited from surgeries that have improved their health and prolonged their lives. But what about the people who have been harmed by surgery? Who leaves a medical procedure in a worse condition …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Uncategorized
The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) establishes and enforces various workplace safety regulations, trying to ensure that workers have a safe place to work. As part of this work, it may complete an on-site inspection of a workplace. Here is what you need to know about this process. About OSHA OSHA’s authority extends …
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Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is devastating. Nothing can bring your loved one back. Yet, the only way to hold someone legally accountable for the tremendous pain and grief your family has had to experience due to their negligence may be by filing a wrongful death claim. Expert witnesses can play …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
According to the New York City Department of Buildings, 841 building construction-related workplace accidents occurred in 2023 throughout the city’s five boroughs, which resulted in 692 worker injuries and seven worker deaths. This represents a 25% increase in construction worker injuries in the city. If you or a loved one was injured at a construction …
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If you were recently diagnosed with spastic hemiparesis, you might not understand what this condition is or how it will affect your future. You might wonder what caused it. In some cases, spastic hemiparesis is due to medical malpractice, in which case, you may have the right to pursue a medical malpractice claim to seek …
Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
According to the National Safety Council, construction is the most dangerous industry to work in because it has the highest number of worker fatalities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, construction accidents cause 1,000 deaths and 200,000 injuries yearly. Weather-related problems make this already dangerous occupation even more so. Construction workers face additional risks …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries in which to work. However, this does not excuse an employer’s responsibility to provide a safe working environment. The potential dangers underscore the importance of providing workers with the proper equipment, training, and protection. Falls are a prevalent type of construction accident, so employers as …
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