New York City Personal Injury Blog
POTS, a blood-flow disorder, is often mistaken for depression
Among the more commonly misdiagnosed medical conditions that New York residents may be faced with is postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. POTS is a disorder of the autonomic nervous system, which means it affects involuntary movements like heart rate, blood...
CarPlay a greater safety risk to drivers than texting
Thanks to CarPlay, Apple allows drivers to overlay their iPhone on their vehicle's infotainment system. According to Apple, this can reduce distraction behind the wheel, but New York City drivers may want to be wary. A study from IAM RoadSmart has analyzed the...
Surgery the second most common factor in malpractice claims
The medical liability insurer Coverys analyzed thousands of malpractice claims that were closed between 2014 and 2018 and found that a quarter of them were surgery-related. This made surgery-related claims the second most common type of malpractice claims after...
Pedestrians face growing risks on the road
Walking in New York City may be a way of life, but pedestrians still face serious risks of a motor vehicle accident at any time, especially when drivers are reckless or negligent. Pedestrian accidents are a serious safety threat, and the risk is growing. In 2018...
Tests show that some automatic braking systems are failing
New cars sold in New York come loaded with safety features designed to reduce accident risks and keep drivers unharmed if there is a crash. However, some researchers claim that these features are not working as advertised to protect drivers and prevent collisions with...
Crash tests emphasize pedestrian safety
New York is one of the most pedestrian-heavy cities in the country, but people walking the streets still face a serious threat from motor vehicle accidents. Some cars may be more likely than others to cause severe injuries in case of a crash, especially when...
Take advantage of extended entry for the Victim Compensation Fund
It can be hard to link the physical trauma you’re feeling now with the acute trauma that happened on September 11th, 2001. Many suffered on that day, both physically and emotionally. But for some, pains may have been slow to come forward. The September 11th Victim...
Decrease the risk of child molestation through BSE
Child sexual abuse can be a parent’s worst nightmare. Sadly, it could become a reality for some. According to a recent report, around 20% of girls and 8% of boys will endure some form of sexual abuse before they become a legal adult. Luckily, parents can help reduce...
Pedestrian injuries skyrocket during the holiday shopping season
New York State averages nearly 300 pedestrian deaths each year, and thousands more are injured. Insurers report injury claims rise sharply, starting on Black Friday for people who are hurt by motor vehicles in parking lots and garages. The National Highway...
People affected by 9/11 should know about the VCF
The creation of the fund The attacks on September 11th, 2001 and their aftermath make up what people in the United States consider the most tragic event in our history. According to CNN, it was the deadliest, with almost 3,000 total deaths in New York City, Washington...
