The birth of a child should always be a joyous occasion, one marked by hope for the future. Unfortunately, the reality does not always match the ideal. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 1 in every 33 babies is born with a birth defect. Some of these are impossible to predict or avoid. However, too many of them are the tragic result of medical malpractice. (more…)

Brain injuries are among the most serious and life-altering injuries a person can experience. When it comes to minimizing the consequences of a traumatic brain injury, timing is of the absolute essence. Medical professionals must be able to diagnose and begin treatment of brain injuries in as timely a manner as possible. (more…)

When patients turn to their physicians for diagnosis and treatment, they have every reason to expect that they will receive care of at least a competent standard. While medical professionals are, like all humans, imperfect and capable of mistakes, they are ethically and legally obligated to provide the best care that they possibly can. At minimum, they must provide diagnosis and treatment of a reasonable standard at all times. (more…)

Auto accidents are unfortunately common on our roads. With millions of vehicles and drivers, they are bound to happen, but that doesn’t mean that your legal rights in an accident are invalid. With so many types of auto accidents and ways in which it can happen, it’s imperative that auto accident victims and their loved ones visit our Brooklyn personal injury attorneys as soon as possible. (more…)

As every biker knows, motorcycles aren’t simply vehicles – they’re a way of life. Nothing beats the pure rush of riding down the open road, with nothing but the beautiful, blue horizon ahead. Still, as every experienced biker also knows, even the safest riders out there still face serious risks that have nothing to do with their skills or abilities. And when motorcycle accidents do occur, regardless of the cause, motorcyclists are at higher risk of serious injury and even death than operators of other vehicles. (more…)

When you entrust the care of your loved one to a nursing home, you expect that the staff will provide excellent care. When signs of nursing home abuse and neglect arise, it can be difficult to accept. Further, most people aren’t sure what to do or where to turn in these cases. At the Law Office of Zucker & Bennett, our Brooklyn personal injury attorneys have extensive resources to help victims of nursing home abuse. We can investigate your claim, help you get your loved one into a safe environment, and hold those that are liable accountable for their actions. (more…)

Auto accidents happen every day on our city streets and highways. Some of them are minor fender benders that are inconveniences but not serious. Others are life-changing events resulting in major damage to property, serious injuries, and even the loss of life. This is especially true when it comes to auto accidents involving large trucks. It’s for that reason that our Brooklyn personal injury attorneys are serious when it comes to trucking accidents. Let’s take a moment to look at why these kinds of accidents are so serious and what we can do to help. (more…)

There are few injuries that can affect a person’s life as dramatically as a serious spinal cord injury. At the Law Office of Zucker & Bennett, P.C., our Brooklyn personal injury attorneys have represented many spinal cord injury victims and their families, and we have witnessed firsthand how devastating the physical, emotional, and financial consequences of such an injury can be. (more…)

There are many kinds of serious injuries that a person may face. Some of these may take place while driving an automobile, some may take place at the workplace or at a work site. Regardless where the injury occurs or what the circumstances, our Brooklyn personal injury attorneys will be here for you every step of the way. One particularly serious set of injuries is burns. These can result in major tissue damage and permanent disfigurement. Let’s look at this legal matter right now so you understand what is at stake. (more…)

One of the many concerns about the health care reform bill that was recently signed by President Obama was that it might deprive those who have suffered devastating injuries or death due to the mistakes of doctors and other medical providers of their right to a jury trial. Fortunately, although the bill permits all states, including New York, to institute alternatives to jury trials in order to resolve medical malpractice lawsuits, it also provides that such alternatives are optional. This means that under the health care bill, plaintiffs in a medical malpractice suit will retain their right to have their claims heard and determined by a jury, a fundamental right under our Constitution. In addition, the proposal to institute caps (limits) on the awards for medical malpractice was defeated, thus ensuring that those who are severely injured due to malpractice will recover just compensation.

If you or a family member have suffered an injury due to medical malpractice please call our medical malpractice lawyers at Zucker & Bennett for a free consultation or contact us through our website at www.zuckerbennett.com.