Archive for March 2022
Exactech Optetrak Recall: What to Know
The Exactech Optetrak knee replacement system’s defective design and defective packaging have led to thousands of patients experiencing premature polyethylene wear in their knee components. These issues are due to defective polyethylene inserts that may wear out significantly over time, resulting in the need for painful revision surgery for many patients. If you received an…
Read MoreCan I Sue My Apartment Complex for a Fire?
Since the start of 2022, New York City has had a string of serious fires in various apartment buildings and housing complexes throughout the five boroughs. In fact, the Department of Investigation has opened an inquiry into whether a pattern of maintenance problems has contributed to recent fires at public housing developments in the City.…
Read MoreDeadly Skyline Report Shows That New York Has Higher Construction Worker Fatality Rate Than Other States
The recently published 2022 Deadly Skyline report shows that construction workers face a higher risk of death in New York than in any other state in the country. The Deadly Skyline report is an annual report on construction fatalities in New York State developed by NYCOSH, and this year’s report is based on data collected…
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