Every day, hundreds of people in New York visit their doctor for advice regarding medical problems and to receive treatment for a variety of symptoms. Often, during the course of treatment, doctors prescribe antibiotics and other over-the-counter drugs to assist in...
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Month: February 2018
Nursing home staff charged with elder abuse, murder
For many New York families, placing their elderly loved one in a nursing home facility is a decision that is not taken lightly. Finding a residence that prioritizes the well-being of its patients is a way to guarantee that disabled elderly persons have access to high...
Guaranteeing compassionate care for your elderly loved one
If you have an elderly loved one living in New York who is in need of every day assistance, you may have begun researching and comparing your options for nursing homes. Often, you will find that selecting a facility who you entrust with your family member's well-being...
What should you do if you are injured during childbirth?
If you are preparing to give birth for the first time, chances are you have done your research to find a health care provider and hospital in New York that you are comfortable with. Equally as important is taking the time to get acquainted with the process of...
When a loved one is financially abused in a nursing home
Many different types of mistreatment occur in nursing homes, from emotional and verbal abuse to failing to change bed sheets and provide a resident with the care they deserve. If you have a loved one in a nursing home, or reside in a facility yourself, you may be...
Surgical errors: what to know
Scheduling surgery is no small task for most New Yorkers; with all of the financial planning, and not to mention the mental and physical preparation that is often required before a procedure, facing the day of surgery should be the last overwhelming step.When a...
Important factors for pedestrian-vehicle accidents
As pedestrians, people are more likely to sustain serious injury in an accident. Thankfully, when it is not the pedestrian's fault, it is possible to seek compensation through a personal injury claim.Someone who is considering filing a claim should understand the...
Patient vigilance can prevent prescription errors
While a majority of medical errors are the direct result of a misstep on the part of health care providers, patients play a critical role in guaranteeing their safety. People in New York who are seeking medical treatment can secure a better defense against the dangers...
Family to receive multi-million dollar payout after birth injury
When soon-to-be parents arrive at a New York hospital full of anticipation and nervous excitement for the arrival of their new baby, they are often consumed by thoughts of how their lives are about to change. They place an incredible amount of trust in their doctor...