Infants in neonatal intensive care units rely on precise intravenous infusions for survival—but a recent recall by Baxter International reveals that a widely used infusion pump may be putting vulnerable newborns at risk. Baxter has issued a Class I recall—the FDA’s most serious designation—for its Novum IQ large volume pump…
In the digital age, false medical claims travel faster than ever before. One study revealed that misinformation is 70% more likely to be shared on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) than truthful content—and it reaches readers six times faster. While social media has made health information more accessible, it has…
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…
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…
Recent findings published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) have revealed alarming statistics about the safety of surgical care in hospitals. This extensive study, conducted across 11 U.S. hospitals, highlights the urgent need for improved safety measures to prevent adverse events during surgery. As medical malpractice attorneys, we understand the…
We are proud to announce that our partner, Rachel Jacobs, will be a featured panelist at her undergraduate alma mater, Binghamton University’s Women in the Law event. This event, hosted by the Harpur Law Council, brings together distinguished female attorneys to discuss their careers, challenges, and the evolving landscape for women in the…
NYSTLI Dean Anthony Pirrotti, Jr., Esq., will be hosting a Discussion with our managing partner and celebrated Trial Attorney Ben Rubinowitz, Esq.; Trial Judge Paul. I. Marx; and Defense Attorney Alfred Vigorito, Esq. next Monday May 20, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM ET. Ben and our law firm handled…
Our managing partner, Ben Rubinowitz, will be sharing his unparalleled expertise at the upcoming Long Island Radiological Society Lecture Series on May 14th, Ben will deliver a compelling presentation titled “How to Avoid Medical Malpractice & What to Do if You are Named in a Lawsuit,” aimed at equipping medical…
We are pleased to announce that Ben Rubinowitz, our managing partner and a distinguished trial lawyer with expertise in medical malpractice litigation, will be a featured speaker at the American Urologic Association National Meeting. This pivotal event is currently underway and will conclude on May 6th. Ben is scheduled to…
The recent investigative piece by KFF Health News and CBS News on the daunting realities faced by patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders sheds light on a deeply troubling aspect of healthcare. The narrative, meticulously detailed through the experiences of patients like Lisa Schmidt and Jenny Feldman, echoes a recurring…