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Block O'Toole & Murphy, an experienced team of New York personal injury lawyers, is pleased to announce that the firm was once again prominently recognized in 'The New York Law Journal' for their reported results in 2012. The end of the year results are gratifying...
Instances of medical malpractice are rampant in the whole nation, and New York City is no exception. People visit hospitals and medical centers to get rid of illness and physical pain, but hospital malpractice sometimes occurs. Medication errors are a serious issue...
In previous posts, we have discussed medical malpractice caused by young and inexperienced doctors and surgeons. Recent evidence suggests that older doctors with ailing health can also pose serious risk to patients. With the baby boomers coming into retirement age,...
In the event of a car crash, investigators, victims and their families want to know, what caused the accident and whether an individual or entity was at fault. Fender benders and serious fatal accidents can be difficult to reconstruct in New York City and nationwide....
Standing at the base of any of New York City's skyscrapers can be absolutely awe inspiring. It is amazing to look up and think of all the people inside the building, but even more amazing is to think of the individuals that constructed such buildings. A vast amount of...
A spike in complications for mothers and newborns has spurred hospitals and public health officials to action. Authorities are working to improve safety conditions for mothers in delivery rooms after a spike in severe birth complications. In addition to public and...
Patients who enter the emergency room for immediate care or treatment may be at risk when emergency departments are crowded or understaffed. According to a recent study, the busiest days in emergency departments are also linked to a higher in-patient mortality risk...
OSHA has the authority to regulate certain industries to protect the health and safety of workers. In addition to regulating policies, equipment, procedures, and safety gear, the agency also has the authority to investigate in the event of a construction accident and...
According to a recent study, young surgeons are more vulnerable to distractions and disruptions in the operating room, including noise and conversation. This can cause inexperienced surgeons to make serious and grave surgical mistakes in New York hospitals and...
Certain medical devices and equipment are necessary to keep patients safe while they are undergoing care at a medical facility. Now new technologies are replacing staff and close patient monitoring to prevent falls.A fall from a bed at a hospital can result in serious...
