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What Are Punitive Damages in a New York Personal Injury Claim?

Personal Injury News | January 2, 2020

Accidents are an unfortunate fact of life. You can do everything right and still have something wrong. Fortunately, if you are the victim of someone else’s negligence, legal recourse is available. In the state of New York, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim against the person responsible for your accident. All successful New York…

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Study Proposes Solution to Parent Medication Errors

Personal Injury News | December 13, 2019

Anyone who is a parent knows how scary it can be when their child needs to be taken to the emergency room. Unfortunately, one of the factors contributing to emergency room visits for children involves medication errors by parents and doctors. No parent wants to be faced with a situation like this. The good news…

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What Does the FDA Do When Approving Medical Devices?

Personal Injury News | December 12, 2019

Many people believe that any kind of medical device used on them in hospitals, clinics, or emergency rooms have been thoroughly tested and approved by the FDA. However, recent discoveries have shown that not all medical devices are rigorously tested. Some doctors are completely unaware of whether the medical device they are using is effective…

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When Prescribed Medications for Injuries Become Dangerous

Personal Injury News | December 11, 2019

Doctors prescribe medications every day for various ailments like allergies, illnesses, and chronic medical conditions. However, one prescription medication remains one of the most dangerous types to this day. Opioids are prescribed for pain after surgeries, serious injuries, or chronic pain that does not seem to go away. This type of medication works, but some…

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