New York Injury Law Firm News

Delaware Jury Awards $3 Million in Erb's Palsy Birth Injury Case
A Superior Court jury in Delaware issued a $3 million verdict against an obstetrician who was accused of forcefully pulling a baby put by his head during delivery causing the newborn’s right arm to be paralyzed. According to a USA Today news report, the lawsuit filed in 2014 in New Castle County Superior Court alleged …
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Democrat Lawmakers Push for Mandatory Sleep Apnea Testing of Train Operators
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Cory Booker have announced new legislation that would require the U.S. Department of Transportation to test train operators and commercial vehicle operators for sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, an issue that has been long ignored at the federal level until recently when deadly train accidents occurred in Hoboken …
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Three Things You Should Know about Truck Accident Cases
Truck accidents are among the most serious types of vehicle collisions and usually result in catastrophic injuries or deaths. This is because commercial trucks are significantly larger and heavier than passenger vehicles and consequently the force of impact is greater in the event of a collision involving a truck when compared to other vehicles. Also, …
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Hot Water Burn Injuries: Four Things to Know
Hot water burn injuries, also known as scald injuries, are a common but serious type of injury that can have lasting physical and emotional impacts. These injuries occur when the skin comes into contact with boiling water, steam or other hot liquids. If you or someone you know has suffered such an injury, understanding the …
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Birth Injuries Caused By Improper Use of Forceps
Forceps-assisted delivery is often used during childbirth to help guide a baby through the birth canal, especially when complications arise during labor. When applied correctly, forceps use can prevent fetal distress and avoid emergency interventions. However, when forceps are used improperly, the consequences can be devastating. Birth injuries caused by forceps misuse often raise serious …
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