Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Child Abuse
At the outset, the answer to this question shouldn’t matter. Any and every child who suffers sexual abuse at the hands of an offender has experienced unbearable pain, emotional anguish, and agonizing suffering. Unfortunately, according to data assembled by the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), this horrific misconduct is shockingly common – and …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Child Abuse
Though many people have sought answers to this difficult question, accurate information on the reasons for sexual abuse in Catholicism is scant and largely based upon opinion. Still, no one would argue that it’s not a huge problem in New York and throughout the US. Even a leading publication in the Catholic Church has dubbed …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Firm News
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2019 Powers & Santola, LLP Lawyers Recognized for Outstanding Work ALBANY, New York– The plaintiffs-only personal injury law office of Powers & Santola, LLP is proud to announce that many of its lawyers have been recognized for their outstanding work by various organizations and companies. Indeed, those from …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Medical Malpractice & Errors
Visiting the doctor, a medical specialist, a surgeon, or another healthcare professional only to walk away with more harm and complications than you started with can be unnerving. Unfortunately, such is the reality for hundreds of patients every year – in fact, medical errors are now a leading cause of injury and death throughout the …
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Child sexual abuse has long-ranging impacts on victims. The experience can threaten their sense of self-worth, their relationships with others, their physical and mental health, and the circumstances under which they can succeed in life. Unfortunately, children and adults, who suffered sexual abuse when they were younger, are often too traumatized to speak about what …
Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Medical Malpractice & Errors
When you suffer from an injury, illness, or chronic health condition, you rely on your doctor and other medical professionals to provide the care and treatment you need. This includes running the appropriate diagnostic tests, interpreting the results properly, and pursuing the best course of action based on the specific circumstances surrounding your case. Failure …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Firm News, Child Abuse
ALBANY, NY – The nationally recognized attorneys of Powers & Santola, LLP, are now reviewing the cases of childhood sexual abuse survivors in Albany, Syracuse, Rochester and throughout New York who are eligible to bring claims under the recently enacted Child Victims Act. “Thanks to the Child Victims Act, childhood sexual abuse survivors in New …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Child Abuse
At Powers & Santola, LLP, we want to bring attention to the many amazing non-profit organizations that, every day, make a major difference in the communities that we serve. The goal of our “Monthly Non-Profit Spotlight” series is to highlight the important services that these organizations provide. We also want to encourage others to support …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
If you work in construction in New York, you have probably heard about the “Scaffold Law.” The statute, New York Labor Law § 240(1), provides important protections to construction workers and others who work from heights such as roofs, ladders, and scaffolding. As one of New York’s leading construction accident law firms, we believe that …
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Car accidents happen at a high rate in Rochester and surrounding communities in Monroe County. In fact, according to the most recent statistics from the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), in 2017 alone, there were: 13,526 total crashes in Monroe County 41 fatal accidents 4,423 crashes resulting in personal injury. In other words, …
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