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Breast Cancer Detection Law Signed

Good news for New Yorkers! Our State signed into law an important new measure to help promote early detection and treatment of breast cancer. The new law, which will take effect in 180 days, will provide women with important information they need to make decisions regarding their health. Read more

Protect Your Family Before An Accident

Being injured in an auto accident is traumatic, but that trauma can be magnified if there is insufficient insurance to compensate you for your injuries. You can protect yourself and your family by being smart about your own coverage before an accident by purchasing sufficient uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. Although the law prohibits driving without insurance, there are unfortunately drivers who ignore that law Read more

Hospital Safety Report

As New Yorkers we always assume that our city has the best of everything, but a recent study by Consumer Reports revealed that this might not be the case when it comes to healthcare. This study reported that the five worst hospitals in the nation are in the New York Metropolitan area. Read more

Bad Management Blamed for Alarming Number of Malpractice Cases

The Daily News focused on the frightening number of malpractice cases against Brookdale Hospital Center in this recent article. Citing alarming examples of malpractice that caused injuries ranging from amputations to death, the Daily News called for increased patient safety measures and changes in management. If you or a loved one has been injured in by medical malpractice, we will listen to you, explain your options, and help you decide what action to take. The consultation is free, whether you call toll free at 1-888-MEDLAW1 or fill out a contact form on our website.