The plaintiffs in the lawsuits against manufacturers of transvaginal mesh have terrible stories. These women went into surgery believing their doctors had a solution for urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. After the surgery, though, they developed even...
Month: January 2015
Caveat landlord: Your building, your liability
A fatal accident in New York City should serve as a reminder of how important it is that landlords maintain commercial and residential buildings.The victim was one of two mechanics working in a luxury high-rise. He was inside an elevator shaft when the car moved down...
Truck accident fatalities in 2013 increased while others declined
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released its analysis of 2013 motor vehicle accident data in December. It seems that 2013 was the safest year ever on American highways. Unless, of course, you were involved in a crash with a tractor-trailer. The...
Defending against accusations of nursing home neglect
Putting a loved one in a nursing home is a very emotional time for families, and it is normal for them to be worried about their family member's care. In some cases, however, this worry can be taken too far, and a nursing home or other health care facility can quickly...