Woman in Queens Hit and Killed by Truck
Every year in New York, more than 15,000 pedestrian accidents take place. These crashes lead to nearly as many injuries and to more than 300 fatalities. That’s more than 41 accidents per day, and...
Three People Injured in Brooklyn After Vehicle Jumps Curb
Driving is a skill, and it requires experience, knowledge of the road and the laws that govern every situation. if a driver loses focus for even one second, it can immediately lead to disaster....
Two People Injured When Livery Cab Crashes Through Deli in Manhattan
Imagine yourself walking into a deli just after midnight one night because you’re hungry and you’d like to grab a sandwich on the way home. You’re ready to place your order when all of...
Some Birth Injuries Due to Negligence of Parties Other Than Doctors
If you have given birth to a child recently, you probably understand just how difficult it can be to gain entry into a maternity ward. That’s probably something that gave you a good feeling,...
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
For some reason, that has not been the case with an announcement that President Reagan made in 1987. That announcement was that March is officially Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Since then, many people have...
Researchers to Look at Reversal of Brain Damage at Birth
If you are expecting a child or you have given birth within the last few years, you more than likely have had someone approach you about the benefits of saving and banking your cord...
Scientists Working on Botox Medication to Treat Cerebral Palsy
It’s interesting when you consider the fact that Botox is, in its most basic form, one of the most toxic substances known to mankind. For centuries exposure to this substance was deadly, but in...
Outcry for Speed Cameras Grows Amid Rash of Speed-Related Crashes
When we’re out and about anywhere in the city, most of us wonder why it’s even necessary to have speed limits posted on many of the busiest roads. That’s because there is usually a...
Taxi Cab Driver Killed in Alleged Queens DUI Accident
Drinking and driving is never a good decision, and it’s even worse to consume alcohol, get behind the wheel of a vehicle and then drive at extremely high rates of speed. If that isn’t...
Chemical Birth Defects and Avoiding Exposure to Toxic Substances
There are many different steps that need to be taken when a woman is pregnant that will minimize the chance that the child will be harmed and ultimately be born with birth defects. Expecting...