Category Archives: Medical Malpractice
When Can You Sue a Mental Health Professional for Malpractice?
It’s rare to see someone launch a malpractice case against a psychiatrist. It’s even rarer to see a plaintiff win one. Psychiatrists account for 4% of active physicians and only 1% of paid medical malpractice claims. Nevertheless, 1% is not 0%, and if you think you have grounds for a valid claim against a psychiatrist,… Read More »
Medical Malpractice
The experienced medical malpractice lawyers at Jaroslawicz & Jaros have been representing victims who have suffered injuries as a result of medical malpractice for over 40 years. Medical malpractice is defined as the negligence of a physician, pharmacist or other medical professional during treatment of a patient which unfortunately, results in an injury. If… Read More »
Senior Citizens in Assisted Living Facilities
The law protects senior citizens in residential facilities. There is a Federal Law protecting them as well as New York State Law. Under Federal Law, 42 CFR 483.25, a resident of a long-term care facility or nursing home, see, 42 CFR 415.12, must be properly cared for. This includes all activities for daily living…. Read More »