“The failure to diagnose gestational diabetes during pregnancy is a big problem,” said Syracuse birth injury lawyer Michael A. Bottar, Esq., of Bottar Law, PLLC, a legal team representing the...
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A recent Associated Press news story on CNYcentral.com reports that Boncheff Greenhouses Inc. sold several batches of herbs that may have been contaminated by salmonella. The Canadian company, based in Toronto, may
“Recent reports suggest that cesarean section rates are on the rise because women are asking for surgery, as opposed to delivering vaginally. This appears incorrect,” said Syracuse birth injury lawyer Anthony S.
New Blood Test Should Decrease Number of New York Failure To Diagnose Cancer Lawsuits
January 3, 2011
“The failure to diagnose cancer is one of the most common types of New York medical malpractice lawsuits,” said Syracuse lawyer Michael A. Bottar, Esq., of Bottar Law, PLLC. A new blood test developed by several...
Logger Seriously Injured at Jobsite near Turin, New York
December 29, 2010
On Tuesday morning, a man was injured in a logging accident near Turin, New York according to a Post-Standard report on Syracuse.com. The man sustained several serious injuries, including a broken spine, collarbone, and
Developmental Delays Following Birth Addressed Through New York State Department of Health Early Intervention
December 27, 2010
In the State of New York, children with developmental delays following birth are referred to the New York State Department of Health “Early Intervention” Program. To be eligible for services, a child must be less...
Therapeutic Hypothermia To Decrease Baby Brain Damage Known As Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy
December 23, 2010
“If your baby has been diagnosed with hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy after birth, then s/he has brain damage because of inadequate oxygen during delivery,” said Syracuse New York birth injury...
Wal-Mart Recalls 2.2 million Heaters Because of Fire Hazard
December 21, 2010
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Wal-Mart have recently issued a voluntary recall of the Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze, and Comfort Essentials 1500 watt electric heaters sold by the retail...
Low APGAR Score At Birth May Be Due To Umbilical Cord Compression: New York Birth Injury Lawyer Explains Mechanics
December 20, 2010
The umbilical cord connects an unborn fetus to the placenta. It typically contains two arteries and one vein, encased in a durable substance known as Wharton’s Jelly. Most umbilical cords measure 20 inches in length, nearly
Rapid Group B Strep Diagnosis Critical To Preventing Sepsis and Meningitis Following Delivery
December 17, 2010
Group B strep (GBS) is a bacteria that can be found in a woman’s vagina or rectum. It is found in as many as 40% of health women. “Pregnant women who test positive for GBS are said to be ‘colonized,’”...