There are many types of abuse, and not all of them involve neglect or outright physical harm. And now there are reports of nursing home
Nursing home neglect and abuse is a disturbing occurrence that happens all too often. Sometimes, nursing home abuse is obvious and other times it may
The thought of those responsible for the care and keeping of our loved ones being the very same people who abuse and neglect them is
So many aging seniors are opting for in-home health care over the once popular assisted-living facilities. Common reasons cited for this change are affordability, comfort
By: Kelda Doherty Our litigation firm has followed a recent trend of increased suits being filed in New Jersey courts. While the Philadelphia Court of
By: Kelda Doherty Concussions and brain injuries are medical conditions our firm has repeatedly litigated. Previously, the primary focus of concussions in sports was football;
By: Charles Lee Residents and commuters alike rarely fear of plunging into the depths of the Upper East Side, as should Ulanda Williams, 32, who
By: David Rheingold Negligent and even intentional neglect of a very vulnerable population, nursing home residents, has been a battle front for our firm over
It is no secret that nursing home neglect and elderly abuse are growing problems. For the many American families that have loved ones in a
Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP is proud to announce that partner, Thomas P. Giuffra was inducted as an “Advocate” to the American Board
By:Indhira Benitez Un Ejecutivo, de Midtown,Nueva York, Alex Hart, murió en un accidente de ascensor en diciembre de 2011. El está horriblemente recordado hoy a
Family members faced with the long-term care options of a loved one usually weigh the pros and cons of both nursing home facilities and in-home
A Midtown Executive, Alex Hart, who was killed in an elevator accident back in December 2011 is gruesomely remembered today through a lawsuit raised by
Earlier this year, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) passed a new rule forbidding nursing homes from utilizing arbitration agreements in their resident
Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP, Partner Thomas P. Giuffra has been elected to serve as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. Membership
By Lisa S. Cummings An assisted living facility, alternative to nursing homes has become a multibillion-dollar industry involving about 750,000 American seniors. These facilities are
by Scott D. Kagan, On August 6, 2008, plaintiff, a 61 year old scientist was walking near the intersection of East 62nd Street and York
Paul D. Rheingold has been quoted in four news articles in the past few weeks. He was asked by the press to give his views
By: Victoria Drake Enjoy a good bike-ride in Midtown Manhattan? Our New York City law firm knows all too well the dangers of bike riding
New York residents concerned with elder care issues may be interested in the story of a father and former Chicago Bears running back who died
New York’s Sen. Antoine Thompson (D-Buffalo) withdrew his sponsorship of S. 7518, a Senate bill that would broaden the definition of serious injury under the
What happens when you win a case, but the jury fails to award damages which adequately pay for your injuries? According to Dannick v. County of
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services, passed a new regulation that prevents nursing homes
The large amounts often awarded to injured plaintiffs for pain and suffering may seem surprising at first glance. When a baby suffers a brain injury
Nursing homes across the country routinely deny hospital referrals for obese patients. Moderately obese patients, those with a BMI of 35 or above, strain nursing
This year, all of the partners of Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP were selected to appear in New York Super Lawyers 2016. Additionally
Nursing homes are private institutions that are only going to grow in importance. Nursing homes are private institutions that provide shelter and care for people who are old,
Construction and manufacturing companies commonly use overhead cranes to transport and lift materials. However, each year, overhead crane accidents result in severe injuries or deaths.
Construction and manufacturing companies commonly use overhead cranes to transport and lift materials. However, each year, overhead crane accidents result in severe injuries or deaths.
By: Rick Zaragoza We are proud to announce that Thomas Giuffra’s $9 million verdict in G. v. Mari will be the lead verdict in the
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) rates nursing homes on a five-star system. The purpose of this system is to promote transparency in
Many elderly people in the country suffer from abuse every year. Some nursing home residents are abused by other residents. In recent years, much attention
Pedestrians are the most vulnerable people on public roads, and their lack of protection puts them at an increased risk of suffering serious or even
