The tragic death of 24-year-old Tenisha Evans, a first-time mother who passed away just 15 days after delivering twin boys via C-section at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway, has left her family and community searching for answers—and justice. As New York birth injury lawyers, we know that stories…
As experienced New York medical malpractice attorneys, we closely monitor developments that could affect patient safety. One of the most pressing issues in 2025 is the insufficient governance of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare—ranked #2 on ECRI’s list of the Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns. While AI technologies have the…
As medical malpractice attorneys, we know how devastating medical negligence can be — and one of the most overlooked yet dangerous forms of negligence is dismissing patient concerns. According to the ECRI Institute, this issue ranks as the #1 patient safety concern for 2025, and for good reason. When doctors…
In the complex world of modern medicine, dismissing a patient’s concerns can have devastating consequences. As medical malpractice attorneys, we have seen firsthand how ignored symptoms, unheeded warnings from family members, and overlooked caregiver observations have led to severe patient harm—even wrongful death. The legal system holds medical professionals accountable…
The birth of a child should be a joyous occasion, but when medical negligence occurs, families may face devastating consequences. Birth injuries in New York City hospitals can leave newborns with lifelong disabilities, emotional trauma, and overwhelming medical expenses. As experienced NYC birth injury lawyers, we have seen how these…
March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about one of the most preventable yet deadly forms of cancer. Early detection through timely screenings can save lives, but when medical professionals fail to diagnose colorectal cancer in time, the consequences can be devastating. As colon…
We are pleased to announce that our partners Ben B. Rubinowitz and Jeffrey B. Bloom will speak at the New York State Judicial Institute’s 2025 Medicine for Judges Seminar. This two-day event is scheduled for March 4th and 5th, 2025. On March 5th, both Mr. Rubinowitz and Mr. Bloom will…
Informed consent is a cornerstone of ethical medical practice. It ensures that patients have a clear understanding of the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a proposed treatment or procedure before agreeing to it. However, when a healthcare provider fails to secure informed consent, patients may suffer harm due to decisions…
The NYC Personal Injury Law Firm of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf proudly announces the release of New York Medical Malpractice 2025. Co-authored by esteemed partners Howard S. Hershenhorn and Marijo C. Adimey, this indispensable treatise is set to become a cornerstone resource for legal practitioners…
As experienced medical malpractice attorneys, we often witness the devastating consequences of preventable harm caused by healthcare technology failures. ECRI’s latest report on the Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2025 highlights critical risks in medical settings, offering actionable recommendations to minimize these hazards. Here, we explore key insights from…
