Archive for September 2023
SPBMCC Member Elizabeth Montesano Obtains $1 Million in Delayed Diagnosis Case
On July 21, 2023, SPBMCC Member Elizabeth Montesano successfully obtained a $1 million settlement for the family of a woman who died after receiving a delayed cancer diagnosis. 37-Year-Old Mother Dies After Seeking Treatment In 2017, a 37-year-old married working woman with two small children presented to her primary care physician complaining of abdominal pain,…
Read MorePeloton Bike Recall and New York Death
It seems Peloton can’t win. The virtual exercise company took the fitness world by storm when its original Peloton Bike exploded in popularity throughout the pandemic. While the bike itself launched in 2013, the company’s sales went through the roof for their product’s ability to bring boutique fitness into the home when most of the…
Read MoreSPBMCC Member Mark A. Apostolos Secures $825,000 Settlement for Wrongful Death
On May 24, 2023, SPBMCC Firm Member Mark A. Apostolos secured an $825,000 settlement for the family of a woman struck by a vehicle while crossing the street and died from her injuries. Woman Killed by Vehicle While Crossing Within a Crosswalk A woman was killed while walking within a crosswalk on the Bronx River…
Read MoreWhat Happens When a Bus Gets into an Accident?
Motor vehicle accidents can happen anytime and anywhere. When a bus gets into an accident, the consequences can be severe due to the size of the vehicle. When bus accidents occur, injuries, property damage, and emotional distress are common among bus passengers and riders in other vehicles involved in the accident. When one sustains injuries…
Read MoreCommon Types of Surgical Errors That Lead to Medical Malpractice Claims
Surgery requires the utmost precision and expertise. The surgeons performing these procedures often have decades of experience and education in their specialties. However, surgeons are only human, and surgical errors can and do occur. These errors, caused by medical negligence, can have lasting physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Below, the experienced personal injury attorneys at…
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