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$6 million settlement for young man injured while sledding downhill.  In addition to other serious injuries, the client was permanently paralyzed from the chest down as a result of this accident.

$2 million dollar settlement, on behalf of a 59 year old grape farmer in Chautauqua County, who died as a result of a bowel obstruction which was not diagnosed during three days in the Hospital

Our thoughts are with the friends and family of Rosanne M. Gugino. She was a valued member of our team and will be greatly missed. Obituary for Rosanne M. Gugino  

With a single punch, a punch he never really saw coming, Jason McNeil’s life changed forever. It was a warm summer night, the day after the Fourth of July last year, and McNeil and his wife, Pam, were leaving a Kid Rock concert at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center when a man, reportedly drunk, ran...

Are nursing homes required to keep records of the care provided? Yes. Legislation on both the federal and state levels requires documentation of assessments, plans of care, and the care provided. Further, the documentation must be complete and accurate. What are some common signs of nursing home abuse or neglect? Bedsores on the buttocks, sacrum...

Watch Michael Scinta on AM Buffalo  State and Federal law provides “Residents’ Rights,” which are typically those rights or guarantees given to nursing home residents. Most cases against nursing homes stem from the facility’s failure to provide appropriate health care and protective and supportive services. These violations often result in serious physical injury and can...

Trucking is a demanding profession that requires employees to adhere to high standards of performance and personal conduct. While there's no way to guarantee the safety of our roadways, randomized programs of drug and alcohol testing can help. Learn more about how often trucking companies should perform drug and alcohol screens. Common Safety Concerns Although...

In recent years, the problem of nursing home abuse has become painfully apparent. While this is good news for abused residents who previously had little say in the matter, the practice remains stubbornly widespread. Moreover, studies have shown that residents with dementia are far more likely to suffer abuse than their peers. Learn more about...

Double-decker horse trailers are dangerous vehicles that can cause catastrophic highway accidents. Since they don't provide adequate headroom for full-size horses, they're also inhumane. Fortunately, the U.S. Congress has elected to do something about the problem of so-called "horse trucks." Learn more about the Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2013, a federal bill that would...

When automobile parts malfunction, it can be difficult determining who should be held accountable for the defective product. If an injury or damage occurs, it’s important to target the proper parties when making a liability claim. The flawed parts may not have been made by the auto manufacturer, which means other parties may be at...

Personal injury victims are often denied the chance for financial compensation because of unintentional mistakes. Not knowing how to proceed after suffering a personal injury can cost you the settlement that you deserve. Most injury victims are legally entitled to recover medical expenses, lost wages and punitive damages. As long as you avoid the common...

If you've long thought of nursing homes as safe havens where older men and women can live out their golden years in peace and serenity, you would be largely justified in your beliefs. In some facilities, however, nursing home neglect is a very real problem. Because it is often hard to detect, it can sometimes...