New York Personal Injury Attorney Blog
Can You Sue a Doctor for Failure to Diagnose?
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Patients count on medical professionals to accurately diagnose and treat their ailments. However, what happens when that diagnosis is missed or delayed? Can you hold a doctor accountable for failing to diagnose your condition? As a personal injury law firm serving the people of New York City, we understand the complexities surrounding medical malpractice cases,…
Commonly Asked Questions About Maritime Law
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General maritime law is a challenging area to navigate. Unlike state and federal law, this area of law applies explicitly only when individuals face injury at sea. Below, the experienced attorneys at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo explain some of the intricacies of maritime law, exploring where it works, the history, and why…
The Reasonable Person Standard: How Does it Work?
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Whether you’ve heard of it in a court case or a TV drama, the reasonable person standard is a benchmark in law. It plays a crucial role in determining liability and negligence in various legal scenarios, but what exactly does it mean? Below, the experienced legal professionals at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo…
What to Do If You’ve Been Sexually Assaulted on a Lyft/Uber Ride
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Ridesharing services like Lyft and Uber have become integral parts of our daily lives, offering convenience and accessibility to anyone who needs to get from Point A to Point B. However, instances of sexual harassment or assault during these rides can shatter the sense of safety that users expect. If you or someone you know…
Firefighters and Cancer Risk
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We trust our firefighters to protect and serve the public. Yet, every year in the United States, firefighters experience medical conditions directly related to their time in the line of duty. When this happens, there are legal options that firefighters can take. Below, the experienced attorneys at SPBMCC explain the correlation between firefighters and cancer…