Medical errors are the eighth leading cause of death in this country—higher than motor vehicle accidents (43,458), breast cancer (42,297), or AIDS (16,516). About 7,000 people per year are estimated to die from medication errors alone—about 16 percent more deaths than the number attributable to work-related injuries. This AHRQ describes the problem in detail Medical Errors: The Scope of the Problem

Common Carriers in New York are required to ensure the safety of Passengers. Accidents and injuries on NYC subways are on the rise according to this recent NY Post Article More Hurt on Subway

Negligent Medical Mistakes include the misuse of medical equipment in a manner that can lead to injury or even death  Dentist Dropping Tools

The Jackson Family Suspects Medical Malpractice Jackson Family: Demerol Shot Caused Death

The Siskind Law Firm can help you get compensated for a brain injury caused by personal or medical negligence. The Brain Injury Association of America is a National Organization serving families and professionals whose lives have been touched by brain injury. Read more What is Traumatic Brain Injury?

The Siskind Law Firm can help you get compensation for a spinal cord injury caused by personal or medical negligence. Read more about spinal cord injury and where you can find other sources of assistance National Spinal Cord Injury Association

Michael Jackson's doctor injected the star with a fatal dose of the anesthetic Propofol. The doctor had incurred heavy financial debt and needed a big payday A Doctor's Financial Motives: Michael Jackson

Potential cases of wrongful death and personal injury after rock concert tragedy Stage Collapse at Concert Leads to Injuries and Death

Product Liability and recall Clarcon Skin Products Recalled

Infections at hospitals are avoidable and may continue to lead to liability for hospitals that fail to handle this risk properly during medical procedures Hospital Infections: Preventable and Unacceptable

The President's Health Care Reform plan is complex and would have enormous affects on the present state of medical care should it pass in whole, or even in part. To learn more about the strategies and progress of the plan to date see The White House Health Care Reform Page 

Washington Metro Subway train crash leads to Wrongful Deaths and numerous injuries. An aging system may be to blame 6 Killed in D.C. Subway Crash

The Siskind Law Firm is a proud supporter of Donorschoose.org., a not-for-profit organization helping public school teachers raise money for underfunded classrooms in need of supplies to ensure a proper education for students.

We at the Siskind Law Firm feel strongly that Text Messaging while driving is an extremely dangerous activity. We believe that common sense dictates immediate legislation in this area regardless of whether sufficient data yet exists. Legislation should be proactive rather than reactive when human life is at risk Outlawing Text Messaging While Driving: US News and World Report

Possible Wrongful Death case looms against the family of drunk driving mother who killed 8 on the Taconic Parkway this week. The family attorney is attempting to assert that the driver's health problems, rather than alcohol, caused the crash in order to avoid a potential wrongful death case against the family and estate Drunk Driving Crash May be a Wrongful Death Case for Families

Tragic midair crash of a private plane and tourist helicopter could have been caused by negligence and may lead to wrongful death claims. See details of the crash and the deceased Hudson Midair Crash Tragedy 

Hospital Negligence and Medical Malpractice NYS Investigates City-run Hospital Horrors

London doctor makes second cancer diagnosis error. These kind of mistakes reinforce the need to always check into the background of your doctor and always get second or even third opinions before taking medical action Doctor Made Cancer Diagnosis Error Before

Michael Jackson's mother considering wrongful death suit

 Medical Procedure Mistakes: Botched Cancer Radiation Treatments

It is difficult to keep on top of the latest medical theories and technologies. The dental field is no exception. Many of us are ignorant as to what to expect from dental care. Read here to learn what to expect from modern dentistry so that you are safe from error and malpractice Is Your Dentist Being Safe?

Flip-flops and shoes carry germs and bacteria with the risk for infections. Learn about the risk of Staph Infection From Your Flip-Flops

A high school student's death on the football field could lead to a wrongful death suit by his parents against his coach and the school Coach Stands Trial in Player's Death 

Surgical flash fires are sparked by electrical tools when oxygen builds up under surgical drapes. Read more about this small and little known surgical risk that can be deadly Woman Catches Fire During Surgery 

Health care changes threaten benefits to seniors Senators Spar on Health Bill's Effect on Seniors

Medical errors in hospitals include misdiagnoses, mistreatment, medication errors and unecessary infections. Doctors and nurses cover up for eachother's error on many occassions. Before going into a hospital for a planned procedure do as much homework as possible to protect yourself from mistakes, incompetence and a lack of care. Read here about important Hospital Secrets You Should Know

Read Michael Jackson's Last Will & Testament 

CNN: Money 101: Estate Planning: Everyone Needs A Plan

Family of woman who strangled herself while in custody of airport security receives a Settlement Offer for Negligence in Mom's Wrongful Death 

Credit card use and overuse is one of the major causes of personal financial problems. There is a disconnect between the true cost of things and what you are spending when you use a credit card. There are steps you can take to help yourself stay in control Bankruptcy Law: Credit Card Addiction.