Parents in New York and across the country have a reasonable expectation that businesses -- especially those that cater to children -- will ensure that their children are safe while on the premises. Depending on the business, this could potentially include providing...
New York City Brain Injury Blog
Parents file lawsuit after son suffers head injury in school
When parents in New York send their children to school each day, they do so with the expectation that the educators will do everything they can to ensure the safety of all students in their care. Unfortunately, two parents in another state claim that negligence on the...
Child suffers head injury in pedestrian car accident
There are many thousands of pedestrians in New York. Unfortunately, some drivers are not as careful as they should be when there are people walking in the area, potentially resulting in an accident with serious consequences. Unfortunately, pedestrians can suffer...
January is National Winter Sports TBI Awareness Month
The winter season is the perfect opportunity to learn about the risks of traumatic brain injuries. In fact, January is National Winter Sports TBI Awareness Month. The following statistics show the serious potential for getting a TBI during the winter: 30...
Child care worker charged after child suffers brain injury
Parents in New York and across the country must make difficult decisions about who will care for their children to allow the parents to work. Regardless of who they choose, they do so trusting that the child care provider will take appropriate measures to protect...
Football player in coma after head injury
Football is, perhaps, one of America's favorite pastimes. Unfortunately, players could potentially suffer severe injuries while playing. If prompt action is not taken in the event of a head injury, a player in New York or other areas of the country could suffer...
How soon can you drive again after a concussion?
Driving may be such an integral part of your life that you have a hard time imagining having to give it up as you recover from a brain injury. Life does not stay on hold, so as soon as you feel fine after an accident of any sort, you should be able to drive again,...
Allegations of doctor errors leads to $50 million verdict
Because most labors and deliveries go relatively smoothly and parents get to come home with their perfectly healthy children afterward, it may be easy to overlook the fact that the birth of a child has several risk factors associated with it, to both the mother and...
Child injury: High schooler dies following head injury
In many towns in New York and across the United States, high school football plays an important role in entertainment. Unfortunately, an increased spotlight on injuries suffered while playing football has sparked a debate on whether stricter regulations are needed to...
Statute of limitations on brain injury cases
It is vital for anyone who has suffered from a brain injury to look into filing a claim as soon as possible. Residents of New York must file a claim within three years of the injury taking place. The trial does not have to be over within three years; the sufferer...