Car Accident While Pregnant: What You Should Do
If you’ve been in a car accident while pregnant, it is imperative that you get the care you need to protect your health and that of your unborn child. In nearly all situations, mothers-to-be face increased risks of complications, premature birth, and miscarriage when involved in a car accident. When someone else is at fault, […]
10 Most Dangerous Toys of 2018
One child is treated in the emergency room in the United States every three minutes for a toy-related injury. While some of these injuries can be the result of sibling brawls and random accidents, others are caused by toys that are known to be harmful, manufactured without the safety of children in mind. Not All […]
Thanksgiving Travel Safety
Thanksgiving Day is only a week away. Before hunkering down into a delicious spread of home cooked favorites, you have to figure out how to get there first. AAA is predicting a record number of travelers this holiday, exceeding 54 million Americans traveling more than 50 miles from their home. Prepare Now For Thanksgiving […]
The Dangers of Dispensing Errors
Medications are life-saving, but only when used correctly. Sadly, over 7,000 people die annually due to medication errors, according to the National Center for Biotechnology (NCBI), and some of these mistakes are occurring before the patient even receives their prescription from the pharmacy. Dispensing Errors Cause Unnecessary Harm Pharmacists are not doctors, but their role […]
Trucking Accidents in New York: Regulations, Prevention, and Liability
Vehicle accident fatalities in the United States are on the decline- except when it comes to large trucks. According to a recent report released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), fatal accidents involving large trucks have increased by nearly 10 percent in just one year and all drivers should be aware of the […]
NYC Reports First Flu-Related Pediatric Death of the Season
Several people in NYC have been hospitalized with the virus since late August and one child is confirmed to have died last week from the flu in New York City. The Department of Public Health reported its first pediatric death in New York City of the 2018-19 season on Oct. 26th. According to an article in Ramapo […]
Halloween Safety
Halloween is almost here- an exciting night of candy, costumes, and celebrations. But for parents, Halloween can also be a night full of dangers and safety concerns that can have anxieties running on high. Traffic Dangers The streets can be a dangerous place for trick-or-treaters on Halloween. In 2015, a tragic car accident involving […]
What to Do if You Get in a Car Accident but Don’t Have Insurance
When you are in a car accident, the damages can be significant. You, and potentially the other driver, may be suffering from medical concerns, property damage, and a variety of other losses. But, who will pay for these losses? In New York, which is a no-fault state, most people turn to their own insurance companies […]
What to Do When an Insurance Company Refuses to Pay Your Claim
Dealing with an insurance claim, whether it is after a car accident or experiencing an injury, can be a stressful process. There are claim documents to fill out and receipts to send in. You want to make sure that you do everything right so you can get the compensation that is needed to pay off […]
Dealing with Insurance Adjusters? What to Do to Get Compensated
After a car accident, filing an insurance claim can help you out financially as you can receive compensation to pay for medical bills and car damages. However, it is not as simple as sending in the claim form to ask for a specified amount. The insurance company will evaluate the circumstances of the accident to […]