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Dec 27
Experts dig deep into snow-shoveling conundrum
Few life choices are fraught with more peril than the decision to shovel snow. Yes, shoveling is a killer workout — except, of course, when it actually kills. And then there are the legal ramifications. Many municipalities require residents to clear walks and driveways. But some homeowners refuse because someone at some time said shoveling …
Dec 27
Shoveling Snow Can Result In Visit To ER
Much of the country enjoyed a white Christmas and post-Christmas. Digging out from a heavy snow is not only a tiring chore, it can be downright dangerous. And the danger can be greater than just aching backs and frozen fingers. “Each year thousands of people are treated in emergency departments across the United States for …
Dec 13
Physiatrist For Pain
Physiatrist, Speciality Pain Doctor A physiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (also called PM&R physicians). Physiatrists diagnose and offer treatment for both acute pain and chronic pain and specialize in a wide variety of nonsurgical treatments for the musculoskeletal system. James started at the slip of paper his doctor …
Dec 13
Early physical therapy for low back pain associated with less subsequent health care utilization
The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is pointing to a new study on low back pain in Medicare patients in its efforts to encourage the newly established Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to promptly launch a demonstration project on direct access to physical therapist services that was recommended in the recent health reform law. …
Dec 13
I was injured after a slip and fall, and I think it was the fault of the landowner. What will I need to prove my case?
While every case is different, you will need (at a minimum) the following: * photos of the scene, ideally photos depicting the condition * as many witnesses to the incident, or the dangerous condition, as you can find (remember, you yourself are also a witness) * the “incident report” (if it occurred in a business …
Dec 08
NY Car Accident: Important Do’s and Don’ts
Auto accidents can happen to anyone. You can protect your legal rights by taking the right steps after an accident occurs. The following list summarizes some of the steps you should take if involved in an auto accident. 1 DO Aid the Injured If someone is injured, give first aid if you are qualified and …
Dec 08
Personal injury award believed to be largest in WNY history
A Cheektowaga woman left paralyzed when a weight machine fell on top of her six years ago has been awarded a $66 million jury verdict, believed to be the single largest personal injury award in Western New York history. The verdict for Natalie M. Barnhard, a 30-year-old former physical therapy assistant, came after a nearly …
Dec 06
N.Y. first in nation to extend benefits to domestic workers
Domestic workers who work less than 40 hours a week obtained basic employment rights, including workers’ compensation and disability insurance coverage. The law took effect today (Nov. 29). David Paterson On Aug. 31, Gov. David Paterson signed the Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights, which among other things forces employers to provide workers’ compensation and disability …
Nov 29
You’ve torn your ACL. Now what?
A new study sheds light on treatment choices for torn knee ligaments. Surgery may not be necessary. A 30-year-old skier takes a sharp turn on the slopes and hears a dreaded “pop” in his right knee. He has ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) a band of tissue that’s important for stabilizing the joint. …
Nov 29
Sidewalk Fall Injuries in New York City
New York City’s 12,000 miles of sidewalk provides the setting for thousands of slip and fall injuries each year. New York has unique laws under which a person may recover for their resulting injuries. November 19, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ — With more than 12,000 miles of sidewalk, 8.4 million residents and 47 million visitors each year, …
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