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On the page below you can find links to documents, reports, publications and discussions provided by the Law Office of Gerald M. Oginski, LLC. As an experienced medical malpractice and personal injury attorney practicing law in New York, Gerry has acquired expertise in a number of personal injury areas. The documents below are available to gain a better understanding of the legal challenges facing you in the event of a personal injury, and why an experienced personal injury attorney is so important for success.

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Car Accidents

  • "What Color Was The Light?" Asked The Police Officer
    If an officer isn't on the scene, an ambulance attendant might ask, or even a good Samaritan checking to see if you're ok. Most people want to know, even at the scene of a gruesome accident, who went through the red light.

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Medical Malpractice

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Practical Advice for New Yorkers

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Medical Malpractice

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • 2007-2008 HOLIDAY EDITION OF NY INJURY TIMES! [PDF]
    Read about the $1,000,000 free classified ad; Gerry's never-ending fictional book; play Gerry's medical malpractice & injury trivia game; read legal headlines from around the country; change your perception- out of the box thinking. A great 8 page newsletter you're sure to enjoy.

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Car Accidents

  • 5 Deadly Sins That Can Wreck Your Injury Claim- Read This Special Report [PDF]
    New York personal injury lawyer Gerald M. Oginski represents residents of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island and Nassau and Suffolk Counties who have suffered injuries or death. This special report discusses Gerry's experience working with people injured in car accidents and their injuries including broken bones, fractures, the need for surgery, hospitalization and permanent injuries that accompany a devastating car crash. Retaining Gerry to review your injury case gives you the advantage of a solo practitioner determined to get you best results for your injury. If you live in the New York metropolitan area or the surrounding counties, and you've been injured, call Gerry today.
  • 5 REASONS WHY YOU DON'T NEED AN ATTORNEY
    Read why after an accident you may not need an attorney at all.

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General

  • 5 Reasons Why Your NY Injury Lawyer Will Lose His License
    Learn the top five reasons why your New York personal injury lawyer will lose his license to practice law. Gerry Oginski, an experienced accident lawyer practicing law in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk explains.

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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Medical Malpractice

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Medical Malpractice

  • A DENTAL IMPLANT NIGHTMARE-NY Dental Malpractice Lawyer Explains
    Find out what happened when a man with few remaining teeth went to an oral surgeon to have dental implants inserted. Promises of wonderful perfect teeth evaporated after the dentist placed an implant into his sinus; created a hole from the roof of his mouth into the sinus; put too many implants in; put the implants too close together and improperly angled the implants. Read the article to find out what happened.

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

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Medical Malpractice

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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Medical Malpractice

  • A UROLOGY DISASTER IN NEW YORK; MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
    Learn what happened when a young man went to a urologist to fix a complaint of difficulty urinating and wound up needing massive reconstructive surgery. Find out what the departures from good and accepted practice were that caused this man to need such extensive corrective surgery.

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

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Negligence Cases

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

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Medical Malpractice

  • An Open Letter to President Obama about Medical Malpractice in New York [PDF]
    An Open Letter to President Obama
    From Gerry Oginski, Esq.
    A New York Medical Malpractice Trial Lawyer

    June 15, 2009

    Dear Mr. President,

    The New York Times reported today (Obama Open to Reining in Medical Suits, June 15, 2009) that you were considering reining in medical malpractice lawsuits. Although you have expressed your opinion that you would not consider placing a cap on jury awards, I’d like you to read this letter before you give further thought to this potentially disastrous policy change.

    A few years ago I had the privilege of representing a young man, aged 34, who worked as a mortgage broker. One day here in New York he suffered chest pain and went to a local hospital for evaluation. The physicians admitted him to the hospital for a few days to do a cardiac workup. Blood was drawn, a stress test was performed, and a physical examination was done. The patient was given a clean bill of health and told to follow up with a cardiologist after being discharged. Over the next three months this young and energetic young man continued to experience significant chest pain. On each visit to the cardiologist, the doctor performed a physical examination and shrugged off the patient’s complaints of pain as being “stress related.” Shortly after the third visit to the cardiologist, this young man experienced severe crushing pain which radiated down his arm.

    Read the rest in this article.

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Anesthesia Errors

  • Anesthesia Overdose in New York [PDF]
    Can anesthesia errors happen even in the best of care?

    The answer is yes, they can. However, it's those cases that we look at and we accept where we are able to show through expert medical testimony and expert medical review that there were departures from good and accepted medical care. I'll give you an example...

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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General

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • August 06 Newsletter- Learn why most callers to a lawyers office don't have valid cases [PDF]
    Learn why most callers to a lawyers office don't have a valid case. Read Gerry's continued story, "Your Cancer is Gone!"
  • August 07 Newsletter [PDF]
    Read our famous newsletter. Here are this month's articles:
    JUST THE OTHER DAY... “A riveting story about life and how quickly it passes by”

    TRIVIA GAME! “Test your knowledge of medical malpractice & personal injury law”

    Gerry’s Fictional book.. “Continue reading the ongoing saga of the man who could cure cancer”

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Wrongful Death Cases

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Negligence Cases

  • Bicycle Accidents in New York City [PDF]
    Ever been doored? I have.
    EVER BEEN CUT OFF BY A CARELESS MOTORIST? I have.
    ?
    Have you ever been thrown off your bike after a car side-swiped you? Did you wind up in the emergency room? Broken bones? Need surgery? Did you have head trauma? Was your bike totally destroyed? Do you know someone who went over their handlebars and walked away without breaking a bone in their body?

    Learn why it is so important to follow the rules of the road when bike riding in NYC. Find out what Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York Accident trial lawyer looks for when evaluating a bike accident. Gerry is an experienced bicycle rider who looks out for fellow riders and helps them when they've been injured as a result of someone else's carelessness.

    Read the article to learn more.

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Bicycle Accidents

  • Bicycle Accidents In New York- Bicycle V. Car, Who Wins?
    Learn what a young man went through when he was smashed into the road by a fast-moving car who never saw the bicyclist. Learn what safety features bicyclists have compared to a car. Read what an experienced New York accident lawyer has to say about bicycles and cars and what happens when they unintentionally meet up.
  • Bicycle and Pedestrian laws in the State of New York
    Read frequent questions that arise when bike riders share the road with cars. Learn what the rules of the road are in New York State. Read about what a pedestrian's legal responsibilities are as they cross the road.

    Bikes, bicycles, bicycle law, New York, State of New York, bike accidents, bicycle accidents, laws for pedestrians, pedestrian, bike, laws for bicyclists, rules of the road, New York State bicycle laws, New York State pedestrian laws.

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Medical Malpractice

  • Birth Injury Cases- Shoulder Dystocia & Erbs Palsy
    Learn what shoulder dystocia is; how it is known to cause erbs palsy, klumpke's palsy and brachial plexus injury during birth. A New York medical malpractice & personal injury lawyer explains. Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York Medical Malpractice & Personal Injury lawyer explains.

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Medical Malpractice

  • Breast Cancer-"The Doctor Delayed My Diagnosis-Do I have a Case?"
    The doctor failed to timely detect your breast cancer even when you complained about a lump. Do you have a case? Learn whether there's a valid case as Gerry Oginski, an experienced NY medical malpractice & accident lawyer explains.
  • BROOKLYN MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYER PROVIDES MONTHLY UPDATES TO CLIENTS
    Learn why regular written updates are so important to a client. Clients who are kept informed of what is happening on their case on a regular basis tends to be much more satisfied than one who never gets any information about their case. Find out why.
  • Bunions, Hammertoes & Bears...Oh My!
    Learn how improperly performed podiatry surgery for bunions, hammertoes and corns can have significant repercussions for your entire body. Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice & accident attorney explains.

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General

  • Camp Injuries- 7 things you need to know [PDF]
    New York personal injury lawyer Gerald M. Oginski represents residents of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island and Nassau and Suffolk Counties who have suffered injuries or death. This article discusses Gerry's experience working with children injured in swimming accidents, biking accidents, sports injuries, and other injuries that often occur at summer camp. Retaining Gerry to review your child's injury case gives you the advantage of a solo practitioner determined to get you best results for your child's injury. If you live in the New York metropolitan area or the surrounding counties, and you've been injured, call Gerry today.

    This special report tells you what you need to know if your child is ever injured at camp.
  • Cancer- when cells go bad
    An article about cancer detection and prevention- written by Canute Dionu who runs a Cancer website.

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Car Accidents

  • Car Accidents - You're Driving Through An Intersection, And All You Remember Is A Loud Crash
    Car accidents - You're driving through an intersection and the light is green as you enter the intersection. You remember a loud crash, and then waking up in an ambulance. Read this riveting story of a person involved in a car accident, from their viewpoint. His memory of the events, the hospital treatment and the devastating effect it has on his wife and family is vital to seeing what happened to his once golden life.
  • Car Accidents in NY- 7 Reasons You May Not Want to Sue
    Learn the seven reasons why you many not want to bring a lawsuit if you've been injured in a car accident case in the State of New York. The reasons may be contrary to what you know. Gerry Oginski, an experienced accident attorney practicing law in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, New York Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk explains.
  • Car Accidents- 5 Reasons To Sue Your Parents
    Learn why you may have to sue your parents if you were a passenger in a car driven by one of your parents and were involved in an accident.

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Medical Malpractice

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Bicycle Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

  • Confidentiality agreements in lawsuit settlements can be harmful, even deadly, to the public
    The prevalence of confidentiality or secrecy agreements is perhaps one of the least discussed and most fundamental problems with our civil justice system. At various stages of a lawsuit, a plaintiff suing a large corporation for causing serious harm will gain access to compelling information. If the parties decide to settle, there is a chance that all of this information, including that which implicates the corporation’s role in broader public health and safety hazards, will be kept secret under a confidentiality agreement. In participating in a settlement, the plaintiff signs away his or her ability to share information gained about the harm being committed, the settlement amount, and other valuable details.
  • Cost-Containment and the Need for Medical Justice Reform [PDF]
    I was reading a medical journal, Obstetrics & Gynecology, March 2010 edition when this article hit me right between the eyes. It was written by a lawyer talking about containing costs in health care today; an evaluation of ways to limit costs and change hour health care system.

    After reading the article I was so infuriated that I felt compelled to reply to the bias voiced in the article. Read my reply, then click the link at the bottom to read the article in its' entirety.
  • Cross-Examination Of An Expert Medical Malpractice Witness In An Erbs Palsy Case
    I had the privilege of questioning an expert in an erbs palsy case last week. In Federal Court the parties are permitted to question experts prior to trial in the form of a deposition (a question and answer session with the attorneys present).

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Gynecology Errors and Mistakes

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Medical Malpractice

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Wrongful Death Cases

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • December 2005 Newsletter-Don't Get Sued [PDF]
    December 2005 Newsletter-

    Don't Get Sued!
    Ice & Snow are often
    to blame for accidents.
  • December 2009 Holiday Edition of our Famous New York Injury Times monthly Newsletter [PDF]
    If you're looking for a dull and boring lawyer newsletter, you better go elsewhere. In this holiday edition you're in for a treat: Gerry's holiday thoughts; another great trivia game that even his mother-in-law loves; How To Choose a Lawyer from a Radio Ad; Gerry's never-ending fictional story (It's a good one this month); FAQ's you need to know; Video Update (new feature); Gerry's photo gallery; and some really cool things you need to see.

    You won't be disappointed.

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Medical Malpractice

  • Defense Lawyer Claims Medical Malpractice Case Untimely [PDF]
    While searching on Google Scholar for a legal decision, I came across a case I successfully handled years ago. The decision details the great efforts made by defense counsel to dismiss our case for allegedly being untimely. Read the trial judge's decision to see whether the defense was successful and why.

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Dental Errors and Mistakes

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General

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Negligence Cases

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

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Medical Malpractice

  • Eyelid Surgery Gone Bad [PDF]
    Today's tip is about plastic surgery, specifically eyelid surgery. Now, many times somebody who goes for eyelid surgery will have one of two problems. Either the eyelid will be drooping or they want the eyelid to be tighter so they can look a little big younger.
    Well, what's the problem and why would they come to an attorney once they've had this surgery?

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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Negligence Cases

  • Frivolous Lawsuits- Are They Fair Topics When Picking a Jury?
    Learn why some attorneys don't like to bring up 'frivolous lawsuits' or 'tort reform' during jury selection in a civil lawsuit in New York. Other attorney strongly suggest that this topic be addressed head on. Learn what Gerry thinks. Gerry Oginski is an experienced medical malpractice and personal injury trial attorney practicing in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk.

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • Gerry Oginski's June 2010 Newsletter, New York Injury Times, now available here [PDF]
    Gerry's never ending story continues with Jimmy Changa, just back from his mission in Russia is now given a new assignment that will blow your socks off. Learn what happens in the White House bowling alley that has the potential to destroy President Obama's administration. Test your knowledge of medical malpractice and accident law in New York with Gerry's trivia game. New photo gallery is up this month. Finally, read Gerry's reply to an article that appeared in the medical journal Obstetrics and Gynecology about containing costs in the health care reform arena.

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Medical Malpractice

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Practical Advice for New Yorkers

  • Gerry's 2007 Updated Law Guide for New Yorkers [PDF]
    Gerry's 2007 Updated Law Book For New Yorkers is an easy-to-understand explanation of how lawsuits work. It's a perfect guide for consumers and injured victims to become better informed about the law, how lawyers handle cases, and how your case gets through the Court system.
  • Gerry's Law Guide for New Yorker's- 2009 Edition [PDF]
    Learn how lawsuits in New York work. Find out how why most medical malpractice victims don't recover a dime. Learn from a NY Medical Malpractice & Negligence Trial lawyer information you need to know before ever walking into an attorney's office. I guarantee you'll learn things you didn't know before.

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • Gerry's New York Injury Times-April 10' Newsletter [PDF]
    Read about Gerry's slip and fall on ice in his own parking lot. Test your knowledge and take the legal trivia quiz. Read Gerry's never-ending fictional story, with the latest edition finding Hillary Clinton and wizard Jimmy Changa deep in Russia running from the Russian security forces. Take a look at Gerry's photo gallery and finally, Gerry's video update.

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Medical Malpractice

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • Holiday edition 2004 newsletter [PDF]
    Newsletter, medical, doctor, malpractice, medical malpractice, injury, lawsuit, negotiate, settlement, injury lawyer, accident lawyer, brooklyn, queens, bronx, new york, manhattan, staten island, nassau, suffolk, medical malpractice lawyer

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Medical Malpractice

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Failure to Diagnose Heart Attacks

  • How Does a Hospital Fail To Diagnose a Heart Attack? [PDF]
    Today's topic is failure to diagnose heart attacks. What are they and why are they important? The failure to recognize a heart attack has significant, dramatic implications for the patient. If a heart attack occurs, it can kill off a good portion of your heart. And if it is not recognized either immediately before it happens or at the time it's happening, the result could be devastating.

    Let me tell you about a case I recently handled involving a young man and a failure to diagnose a heart attack. The patient developed chest pain and went to his local emergency room. While in the emergency room they hooked him up to a cardiac monitor, and they drew his blood and did all sorts of tests.

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Practical Advice for New Yorkers

  • How New Yorkers should decide on an Injury Attorney
    New York medical malpractice lawyer Gerald M. Oginski represents residents of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island and Nassau and Suffolk Counties in cases of doctor and hospital negligence involving misdiagnosis, surgical error, anesthesia error, infection and prescription errors.

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Bicycle Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

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Negligence Cases

  • How To Get Compensated For Your Injuries Without Hiring a NY Lawyer
    Learn whether you really need a lawyer to handle your New York personal injury accident case. Many people feel they don't need a lawyer, and they may be right. Others feel that an experienced lawyer is an absolute necessity to obtain proper compensation for an accident that was caused by someone else. Read this riveting article and decide for yourself.

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Medical Malpractice

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Wrongful Death Cases

  • In Case of Death [PDF]
    When your family has been stricken with an untimely death, you have questions about why your loved one died. A new, recent book, written by New York medical malpractice trial attorney Gerry Oginski explains what to do "In Case of Death." Take a look.
  • In Case of Death learn what steps to take to see if you have a case [PDF]
    When death strikes where do you go? How do you choose a lawyer? Where do you turn? Learn what to do if death strikes. Learn how to choose a lawyer. Become informed.
  • In Case of Death...Part 1
    Learn what to do in case of death. Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice & personal injury lawyer explains what steps to take after a loved one has died.
  • In Case of Death...Part 2
    This is the 2nd part of the series "In Case of Death..." Learn from an experienced New York medical malpractice and personal injury trial lawyer what steps to take after your loved one has died. Gerry Oginski, an experienced NY malpractice and accident lawyer explains.
  • In Case of Death...Part 3
    Learn what steps to take in case of your loved one's death. This is part 3 of the series "In Case of Death..." Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice and accident lawyer explains.
  • In Case of Death...Part 4
    Learn what steps to take in case of your loved one's death. This is part 4 of the series "In Case of Death..." Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice and accident lawyer explains.
  • In Case of Death...Part 5
    Learn what steps you need to take when your loved one has died. This is part 5 of the series "In Case of Death..." Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice & accident lawyer explains.

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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General

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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General

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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Wrongful Death Cases

  • Kings County Hospital-Death in Psych ER
    Learn how a woman in the psychiatric emergency room of Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, NY was left unattended and literally died while left in the waiting area. Nobody recognized her death for almost an hour. Learn from Gerry Oginski, an experienced NY Medical Malpractice & Wrongful Death attorney what her family must do to evaluate whether their loved one has a valid case against Kings County Hospital.

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Negligence Cases

  • Lawsuit Lottery Jackpot!
    Do you think lawsuits that seek compensation for injuries are frivolous? Do you think injured victims bring lawsuits to try and hit the 'jackpot' and live on easystreet for the rest of their lives? If you do, you're 100% wrong. Read the article to find out why.

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Medical Malpractice

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General

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Medical Malpractice

  • Let’s Set the Record Straight about Ob/Gyns in New York State [PDF]
    The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has recently issued materials containing misleading information about the civil justice system. ACOG inaccurately describes everything from jury awards to the availability of doctors in New York State.

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Negligence Cases

  • Looking for a Physical Therapist in Nassau County? Here is a list of physical therapists on the North Shore of Long Island. This listing is up-to-date as of December 2, 2009. [PDF]
    Many injured victims need physical therapy and rehabilitation therapy to get better from their injuries. Where do you go? Where do you turn to? Most likely, you'll ask your treating doctor or orthopedist for a recommendation. Many doctors have relationships with physical and rehabilitation specialists. As a public service, I offer this alphabetical list to you.

    By way of disclosure, I have no professional connection to any of the physical therapists listed here, and they did not and have not paid me any money to appear in this listing. If you are searching for a physical therapist online, look carefully to see whether the listing they are in is a paid or sponsored listing that allows them to get placed higher above someone who does not pay a fee to get their listing.

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Practical Advice for New Yorkers

  • Looking for an attorney? Here are 5 tips to help you understand attorney advertising online.
    When looking for an attorney online, you need to look critically at any attorney advertisement. Importantly, look to see what information this attorney is providing to you that explains why you should call him. Learn whether this lawyer has the right experience to handle your type of case. Find out whether the lawyer is educating you about cases like yours or simply shouting a message that says "Call me because I'm a lawyer." Read the article to learn more.

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Medical Malpractice

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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Medical Malpractice

  • Medical Malpractice & Personal Injury Law in New York [PDF]
    Read Attorney Gerry Oginski's original articles about medical malpractice & personal injury law that have been published online. It's riveting reading! Everything you need to know about Medical Malpractice & Personal Injury Law before ever walking into an lawyer's office.

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General

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Medical Malpractice

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Medical Malpractice

  • Medical Malpractice- 5 Reasons Preventing You From Calling a NY Medical Malpractice Attorney
    Learn 5 reasons why you may not want to call a New York medical malpractice and injury lawyer. Learn what stops some people from finding out about their legal rights when they've been injured in an accident or by a doctor or hospital.
  • Medical Malpractice- 7 Reasons Why Your Case Isn't Good Enough For a NY Malpractice Lawyer
    Learn why your case will be rejected by an experienced New York medical malpractice & accident attorney. Not every case is accepted. Learn what an attorney looks for when you walk in the door and describe the facts surrounding your potential injury case.
  • Medical Malpractice- Special Report - Why Most Medical Malpractice Victims Won't Recover A Dime [PDF]
    New York medical malpractice and personal injury lawyer Gerald M. Oginski represents residents of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island and Nassau and Suffolk Counties who have suffered injuries or death. This special report discusses Gerry's experience working with people injured as a result of medical malpractice, surgical errors, failure to diagnose cancer, medication errors and hospital mistakes. Retaining Gerry to review your medical injury case gives you the advantage of a solo practitioner determined to get you best results for your injury. If you live in the New York metropolitan area or the surrounding counties, and you've been injured, call Gerry today.
  • Medical Malpractice- What is your life worth?
    Compensation is a debt that is owed to an injured victim. Learn what a life is worth. Learn what economic damages are in an accident and medical malpractice case. Learn what non-economic damages are and how they compare to economic damages. Only after learning what these damages are can you answer the question in the title "What is your life worth?"
  • Medical Malpractice: 10 Reasons Why You Should Call A Lawyer
    Learn why a medical malpractice lawyer can provide important information about your potential case. Learn why it's important to speak to a medical malpractice lawyer soon after being injured to protect your rights. Become an informed consumer.
  • Medical Malpractice: My Baby Suffered Brain Damage? How is that possible?
    Learn how a baby can suffer brain damage at the time of birth. Gerry Oginski, an experienced medical malpractice lawyer practicing law in the State of New York explains.
  • Medical Malpractice: You Walked Into The Hospital But Came Out Paralyzed- What Happened?
    Learn how feelings of anger, frustration and resentment can lead a distraught spouse to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in New York. Find out how an injured victim or their family can search for a medical malpractice lawyer that's right for them. Gerry Oginski is an experienced medical malpractice & accident attorney praciticing law in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk.
  • Misplaced Feeding Tube Results in Death [PDF]
    Today's tip is about the improper placement of a feeding tube resulting in death. Now, a feeding tube is designed to provide you with total nutrition in the event you are unable to eat on your own. And when they provide it, it comes pre-packaged and it's supposed to have all the nutrients that you need in order to sustain you. It's very high in fat. It's high in protein. And, typically, it's supposed to be put into the belly, into the stomach or in the area that's going into the stomach.
  • Misplaced Feeding Tube Results in Death [PDF]
    Today's tip is about the improper placement of a feeding tube resulting in death. Now, a feeding tube is designed to provide you with total nutrition in the event you are unable to eat on your own. And when they provide it, it comes pre-packaged and it's supposed to have all the nutrients that you need in order to sustain you. It's very high in fat. It's high in protein. And, typically, it's supposed to be put into the belly, into the stomach or in the area that's going into the stomach.
  • Misplaced Feeding Tube Results in Death [PDF]
    Today's tip is about the improper placement of a feeding tube resulting in death. Now, a feeding tube is designed to provide you with total nutrition in the event you are unable to eat on your own. And when they provide it, it comes pre-packaged and it's supposed to have all the nutrients that you need in order to sustain you. It's very high in fat. It's high in protein. And, typically, it's supposed to be put into the belly, into the stomach or in the area that's going into the stomach.

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Bicycle Accidents

  • My Bicycle Accident
    Gerry describes how a woman who didn't look caused an accident with him while he was riding his bicycle. A riveting story of a great bike ride gone horribly bad.
  • My Bicycle Accident - A Detailed Account Of a Woman Who Didn't Care [PDF]
    My Bicycle Accident - A Detailed Account Of a Woman Who Didn't Care. Gerry describes in vivid detail what happened to him when a woman opened her car door into moving traffic without looking. Unfortunately for Gerry, he was riding a bicycle at the time, and not driving his car. In his case, the bicycle accident was traumatic and forced him over the handlebars and right into the middle of the road.

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Medical Malpractice

  • MY NEW YORK DOCTOR SCREWED UP MY BREASTS- DO I HAVE A CASE?
    You had breast reduction surgery to look better. You also had a tummy tuck. Your doctor said you'd look great afterward. The only problem is that you look worse. The doctor refuses to fix the problem unless you pay for the revision surgery. Your next call is to a New York medical malpractice lawyer to find out if you have a valid case against your plastic surgeon. Read what an experienced NY medical malpractice lawyer looks for when a potential breast surgery victim calls his office.

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Negligence Cases

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General

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Car Accidents

  • New York Car Accident Attorney-Top Ten Things To Look For When Choosing A Lawyer
    Learn the top ten things to look for when choosing a car accident lawyer in New York. The purpose of this article is to provide you, the consumer, with information about what you need to know BEFORE you ever step into a lawyer's office. Learn from Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York accident attorney who practices in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk Counties.
  • New York Car Accident Victim Loses Settlement Money After Government Steps In
    Learn how not having enough car insurance in New York resulted in an injured victims' inability to receive proper compensation. Find out why the Federal Government stepped in and took virtually all of the money this injured man received in his settlement. Read how Medicare can recover money from an injured victim when the victim brings a lawsuit to recover compensation for his injuries. An experienced car accident attorney practicing law in New York, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau, Suffolk and Long Island explains.
  • NEW YORK CAR ACCIDENTS- 12 Key Deposition Techniques in a Car Accident Case
    How to take a car accident deposition. Learn deposition techniques that will help you conduct your deposition. Learn the key points you need to establish when questioning a defendant in a car accident case in New York.
  • NEW YORK CAR ACCIDENTS-6 REASONS TO SUE THE DRIVER WHO HIT YOUR CAR
    In New York, an injured victim must be compensated for their medical expenses both in the past and in the future, their lost earnings, their lost future income, their pain and the suffering it caused to both the victim and their spouse, as well as any lost opportunities he would have had, had the accident not happened. When a wrongdoer causes an accident that causes harm, he incurs a debt that must be repaid. Often, with a seriously injured victim, the cost to repay that debt is significant.

    If an accident happens, call Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York personal injury and accident attorney, to make sure that your rights and ability to obtain proper compensation is protected. Gerry can be reached through his website: http://www.oginski-law.com or you can call Gerry personally at 516-487-8207. For more information, take a look at Gerry’s educational video tips on his website as well as hundreds of free reports about accidents, wrongful death and medical malpractice in New York.

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General

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • New York Injury Times January 2010 newsletter! [PDF]
    In this month’s edition:

    LAWYER SPOTLIGHT (new feature!); Test your legal skill with Gerry’s Trivia Game; A continuation of Gerry’s Never-Ending (Fictional) Story; FAQ’s and ANSWERS YOU NEED TO KNOW;
    Photo Gallery-Shells of Sanibel Island; VIDEO UPDATE, and more!
  • New York Injury Times new newsletter- Sept 2010 [PDF]
    Gerry's never-ending story continues with Jimmy Changa being pulled over by a Washington, DC cop. Test your knowledge of New York law with Gerry's trivia game and take a look at some of Gerry's stunning photos in his photo gallery.

    Don't forget to order your FREE book "Secrets of a New York Medical Malpractice Attorney" on our website http://www.oginski-law.com.
  • New York Injury Times Newsletter- September 2009 [PDF]
    In this month’s edition:

    Injured? Try to hit the lawsuit jackpot!

    HEALTH CARE REFORM: IS MEDICAL MALPRACTICE NEXT?

    Gerry’s Trivia Game

    A Return of Gerry’s Never-Ending (Fictional) Story

    Photos of wildlife on Sanibel Island
  • New York Injury Times- April 2005 Newsletter- When is a Settlement not a Settlement? [PDF]
    New York Injury Times- Our new newsletter in color. When is a settlement not a settlement? When it's not done in open court and put on the record, or when the terms of the settlement are not confirmed and put in explicit detail.
  • New York Injury Times- August 09' [PDF]
    In this month's August 2009 edition, my son saves a life; an open letter to President Obama; Gerry's trivia game; Gerry's (never-ending) fictional story returns; photos of a beach vacation and moments in time. (It's a large file, so be patient.)
  • New York Injury Times- December 08' Newsletter [PDF]
    Articles in this Month's Newsletter:
    The Power of Persuasion
    The Large Law Firm Trap
    What Happens When You Fail To Timely File a Claim?
    More Examples of Malpractice
    Wal-Mart Stampede In NY-Who’s At Fault?
    Queens Bike Rider Hit By Car at T Intersection
    Apples v. Oranges
    Are You In The Zone of Danger?
    REFERRALS- A “Win-Win” Situation
    Our Legal Trivia Game
  • New York Injury Times- Feb. 2005 Newsletter- Attorney Advertising in this issue! [PDF]
    Our new monthly newsletter- Attorney advertising in this issue!
  • New York Injury Times- February 09' Newsletter [PDF]
    Gerry Oginski's fun and informative newsletter. Try his trivia game; read why referrals are so helpful to you. Learn why giving something away for free can generate a lot of business. Find out what new blog Gerry has just launched, and which new blogs he'll be launching shortly.
  • New York Injury Times- July 2005 [PDF]
    Read about vicarious liability and why there are only two car insurance companies in New York that are giving leases this summer.
  • New York Injury Times- June 09' [PDF]
    Learn why all jurors should now be allowed to Twitter.
    Gerry's never-ending fictional story makes a comeback!
    Test your knowledge with Gerry's Trivia game.
    All this and more- for Free!
  • New York Injury Times- May 09' Newsletter [PDF]
    In this 12 page edition you'll learn about Gerry's new book, "Doctors Gone Wild." Learn how medicare and medicaid can ruin your accident lawsuit. Find out how Twitter and Facebook led to mistrials in recent lawsuits. Read about a juror in New York who was Twittering during the jury selection process. Learn why a permanent nerve injury resulted in a $1 Million Dollar settlement. Test your knowledge of medical malpractice and negligence cases in NY; Try our trivia game, and see what sits on top of the St. Maarten Courthouse.

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Medical Malpractice

  • New York Injury Times- May 09' Newsletter #2 [PDF]
    Learn about the 5 key questions I need to know in a failure to diagnose cancer case. Read a list of defense attorneys whom I consider to be worthy adversaries in the State of New York. Learn 6 common definitions of legal terms that you may not know.

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • New York Injury Times- Our New Monthly Newsletter March 2005 [PDF]
    New York Injury Times- Our New Monthly Newsletter. Inside this month's edition, March 2005: Slip and falls on snow and ice...what you need to know.
  • New York Injury Times- September 08' Newsletter [PDF]
    Read Gerry Oginski's September 2008 newsletter with the lead article describing the top 5 reasons you should not bring a medical malpractice lawsuit in New York. Play our trivia game with 10 law related questions and two really tough bonus questions. Find out why referrals are a "win-win" situation for everyone involved.

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General

  • New York Lawyer Advertising rules are about to change! [PDF]
    The wild west of lawyer advertising in New York is over. The rules that govern lawyer advertising in print, media, and online are changing. Starting in the Fall of 2006 the rules governing lawyer advertising will become very restrictive. Read the actual proposed rules to learn what's different.

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Medical Malpractice

  • New York Medical Malpractice- Failure To Supervise Leads To Re-Breaking Bone
    A 'doctor' in a New York City emergency room set a fractured arm. Find out how his failure to have the x-rays reviewed caused the patient to need to have his bone re-broken two months later in a procedure known as an osteotomy. This 'doctor' turned out to be nothing more than a physician's assistant who had no business diagnosing this fracture; no business setting the bone; and no business telling the patient everything would be ok. The emergency room doctor never saw, examined or evaluated the x-rays that would have told him that the arm was not set properly. Read the article to find out what happened.
  • New York Medical Malpractice- So You Think You Have A Good Case?
    Learn what it takes to have a good valid medical malpractice case in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk. Many people think that their case is a 'slam-dunk'. What you read will surprise you. Find out what it takes to have a 'good' case. Learn what skeletons will destroy your case.
  • New York Medical Malpractice- The True Cost Of Permanent Injuries
    Medical malpractice lawsuits are often criticized as being 'frivolous'. Yet, we do not hear much about how injured victims who have meritorious cases suffer because the true cost of their injuries are devastating. Economic losses are only one factor that creates tragedy upon tragedy. The non-economic losses are another factor that devastates an injured victim and their family. Read why the true cost of permanent injuries are so astronomical and devastating that they defy all possible arguments for "tort reform." Learn what the true cost of permanent injuries are from an experienced medical malpractice and accident lawyer who practices law in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk counties.
  • New York Medical Malpractice-More Examples of Malpractice
    Is it malpractice if a patient has a routine chest x-ray and is told it is normal, only to learn two years later that the x-ray was misread. Had it been correctly read, the patient could have had a minimal surgery to remove the cancer, except now the cancer has spread throughout her entire body. Is it malpractice if a radiologist fails to tell a patient about a brain tumor that he clearly observed?
  • New York State Releases Latest Report on Angioplasty [PDF]
  • New York State Releases Latest Report on Hospital and Surgeon Cardiac Surgery Outcomes [PDF]

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General

  • Newsday Flyer- 5 Deadly Sins That Can Wreck Your Injury Claim [PDF]
    This is a flyer that will appear in Newsday in the next few weeks giving readers a preview of our Free Special Report, 5 Deadly Sins That Can Wreck Your Accident Claim. It discusses accidents, accident, car accident, bike accident, deadly sins, deadly, sins, bicycle, car, trek bike, cannondale, things you should know, accident claim, accident lawsuit, damages, injury, injuries, injured

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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General

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Car Accidents

  • NY Accidents- "If I'm a teenager in NY, can I bring a lawsuit on my own?"
    Learn from an experienced New York car accident attorney practicing law in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, NY, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk whether a teenager can bring a lawsuit on their own. Do they need a parent's permission? Can they hire a lawyer on their own? Read the article to find out.
  • NY Accidents- "Is there a maximum amount of money I can recover for my injuries?"
    Learn from an experienced New York car accident attorney practicing law in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, NY, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk whether there is a maximum amount of money that you can recover in your car accident lawsuit. Learn the different types of damages that are available in your lawsuit, from pain & suffering to lost income to medical expenses and more.

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Negligence Cases

  • NY Accidents- Who is watching my kid at the pool?
    Learn from an experienced accident, negligence and personal injury lawyer practicing in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk who is watching your kid at the pool. Lifeguards are good, but parents are even better. Be safe and always watch your child at the pool. No exceptions. Tragedy strikes most often when children are not watched at the pool.

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Bicycle Accidents

  • NY ACCIDENTS-Are you in the 'Zone of Danger'?
    If you think the "Zone of Danger" is a place in the end zone, think again. If you think that "Fear of Impending Doom" is what happens to you if you damage your parent's car, think again. Learn what the "Zone of Danger" is and how it applies to accident victims. Find out what "Fear of impending doom" is and what it means to an accident victim. Both are legal concepts that have a very big impact in proving an accident victims' pain and suffering in New York.

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Wrongful Death Cases

  • NY Bus & Truck Accidents- Crushed in Chinatown
    Learn what Gerry Oginski, an experienced accident and wrongful death attorney practicing law in Brooklyn, New York, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk saw when he was returning from a deposition in Manhattan yesterday. The aftermath of a terrible and tragic accident at the intersection of Canal Street and Bowery in lower Manhattan. Read how the victim who lost her life must be compensated for her loss and why.

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Car Accidents

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • NY Injury Times- Gerry Oginski's July 10' newsletter now available! Take a look... [PDF]
    Jury awards $1.5 million to a Westchester, NY woman for improperly performed bunion surgery. Learn why 'cost-containment' for health costs simply doesn't work. Test your knowledge of the law in New York in Gerry's trivia game, and view some stunning photos in Gerry's photo gallery in this month's newsletter.
  • NY Injury Times-March 2010 Newsletter [PDF]
    In this month's newsletter read what happens to Hillary Clinton and Jimmy Changa, the new superhero, in Gerry's never-ending fictional story; learn about FAQ's and answers you need to know about slip and fall cases here in New York; test your legal knowledge in Gerry's trivia game, and learn why accident victims are never millionaires.

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Medical Malpractice

  • NY Medical Malpractice - Informed Consent Trap - An Experienced Trial Lawyer Explains
    Learn how your memory may cause you to fall into the Informed Consent trap when speaking with a doctor in New York. Read the article to find out what you can do to prevent falling into this inevitable trap.
  • NY Medical Malpractice Trap-Failing To Timely File a Claim
    Find out what happens if you miss the deadline to file a claim against a municipal hospital in New York City. Learn when you should start inquiring about your legal rights and how to protect yourself and your ability to seek compensation. Read the article to find out why most people do not even know they're the victim of medical negligence.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE- "If I Sue My Doctor For Medical Malpractice Will He Lose His License?"
    Learn from an experienced medical malpractice and accident lawyer who practices law in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk counties whether a doctor who gets sued will lose his license to practice medicine.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE- Improperly Placed Suture Causes Permanent Nerve Damage
    Learn how a misplaced suture caused permanent ulnar nerve damage in a young, healthy man. Find out what happened to this young man that caused him to lose sensation and function in his hand. Preventable injuries are devastating for the injured victim. See what happened when the clinic residents had the opportunity to recognize the hand injury, yet failed to notice the ongoing injury that only got worse.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE- Surgeon Cuts Optic Nerve Resulting in Permanent Blindness
    Learn what happened to a man who had "simple" surgery to correct a fracture in the bone around his eye. Find out what permanent injury he suffered because the eye doctor was inexperienced at this procedure and how this doctor inexplicably failed to recognize a tragic mistake. Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice lawyer explains.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE- They Missed the Brain Tumor Right in Front of Their Eyes
    Learn what happened to a woman who was taken to the emergency room, given the proper tests, had the tests properly interpreted, but nobody told her that the results were totally abnormal. Find out what permanent injury she suffered because of a clear gap in communication between the radiologist, the emergency room doctor and the patient. A preventable tragedy. Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice lawyer explains.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE- When is the worst time to be a patient in a hospital in NY?
    Learn when is the worst time of year to be in a hospital in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk. Find out who is on duty at your local hospital during the summer months.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE-Anesthesia Errors Result in Brain Damage
    Learn why anesthesia errors for simple, routine procedures can turn deadly. Read about two examples of catastrophic anesthesia mistakes in New York as told by an experienced medical malpractice & accident attorney who practices law in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk Counties.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE-Are Injured Victims Money Hungry?
    Find out whether injured medical malpractice victims in New York are 'money-grubbing, selfish, health-care destroying' people with nothing else on their minds. Learn from an experienced NY medical malpractice lawyer who explains what most injured victims really want. The answer may shock you.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE-Fetal Distress, Hypoxia & Anoxia- A case report
    Learn from Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice attorney practicing law in Brooklyn, New York, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk about a case involving the labor and delivery of a baby who had fetal distress, hypoxia and anoxia. Read why a lack of oxygen and fetal distress caused brain damage to a newborn baby resulting in permanent disabilities.
  • NY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE-Liability is Clear But Damages Are Not
    Learn how many New York malpractice stories are not clear cut. Even cases with clear-cut liability often are not so clear-cut when it comes to evaluating injuries. Find out why cases that have liability may be difficult to evaluate damages. Read the article to find out why.

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Car Accidents

  • NY Negligence Lawyer-The Large Law Firm Trap
    You've been injured. You're searching for a law firm. You think only a large New York law firm that handles negligence cases is the right one for you. However, after doing your research you realize that a large Manhattan law firm may not be right for you. In fact, you probably need a small law firm or a solo practitioner to represent you in your car accident case. Read the full article to find out why.

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • October 05 Newsletter -What exactly Does A Lawyer Do? [PDF]
  • Oginski Newsletter - Spring 2004 [PDF]
    New York medical malpractice and personal injury lawyer Gerald M. Oginski represents residents of Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island and Nassau and Suffolk Counties in cases of doctor and hospital negligence involving misdiagnosis, anesthesia error, surgical error, infection and prescription errors.
  • Oginski Newsletter - Summer 2004 [PDF]
    New York medical malpractice and personal injury lawyer Gerald M. Oginski represents residents of Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island and Nassau and Suffolk Counties in cases of doctor and hospital negligence involving misdiagnosis, anesthesia error, surgical error, infection and prescription errors.

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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Medical Malpractice

  • Pain & Suffering - You Think You Have it Bad?
    Learn what pain and suffering really means. Any victim of an accident or hospital error or mistake experiences pain. Suffering is the limitation and disability that results from the pain. Read what pain and suffering means to an experienced New York medical malpractice attorney, and how it's used in a lawsuit to obtain compensation for an injury caused by wrongdoing.

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General

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

  • Podiatrist Improperly Performed Foot Surgery [PDF]
    Read deposition testimony of a podiatrist who was accused of performing foot surgery on a patient who didn't need it. After the surgery, the patient was no better and no worse.

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Medical Malpractice

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Bicycle Accidents

  • Queens Bicycle Rider Hit By Car at a T Intersection-New York Accident Attorney Explains
    My client was out riding his bicycle on a beautiful sunny Spring day this year, on a quiet stretch of road in Queens. He was approaching an intersection where cars were coming off of the Grand Central Parkway exit ramp. As a driver coming from the Grand Central heads down the exit ramp, he is left with one of two choices as he approaches the T intersection: Either turn left, or turn right.

    If you are going to make a left turn, you must get into the left-hand turning lane. There is a stop sign at that T intersection for cars just getting off the GCP exit. In this case, a driver coming off the Grand Central Parkway exit ramp got into the left-hand turning lane and proceeded to stop at the Stop sign. A good thing he did.

    However, instead of looking to his left, which is where he was intending to turn, to check for oncoming traffic, he looked to his right and removed his foot from the brake and applied the gas. As he did so, he proceeded to hit my bike-riding client-who by the way was in the middle of the intersection, on the right side of his body, throwing him to the pavement.

    A trip to the emergency room revealed a fractured finger, that days later required surgery to correct. An MRI of the knee revealed damage to a tendon, which required arthroscopic surgery to fix. In addition, my client suffered a significant shoulder injury requiring extensive physical therapy. This young man, who was wearing his helmet at the time of impact, was a computer programmer and because of the injury to his finger and surgery, had great difficulty typing and performing his job duties. Recuperation and physical therapy has helped him regain function to his finger and hand, and he performs strengthening exercises each day.

    This accident was preventable. The careless and negligent driver had only to look to his left to see what he should have seen. Had he merely looked to his left, he would have seen my client riding his bike peacefully on a beautiful Saturday morning. Instead, through the negligence of this driver, my client's day was turned upside down.

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Medical Malpractice

  • Read a fascinating dental malpractice deposition [PDF]
    Read the deposition (de-identified) of a dentist in a fascinating dental malpractice case. Learn about dentistry and how a dentist answers key questions about claims that he failed to give the patient proper care.
  • Read a new special report that exposes the hoax of the "medical malpractice crisis." [PDF]
    Read a telling report about exposing the hoax of the "medical malpractice crisis." This special report, by 'Public Citizen' reveals a lack of attention to patient safety, the high incidence of preventable medical error and the lack of accountability for a small set of doctors. An important read for anyone interested in medical malpractice matters.

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Bicycle Accidents

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

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General

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Medical Malpractice

  • Secrets of a NY Medical Malpractice Lawyer
    Many potential clients ask their lawyer for medical advice about what treatments they should receive. There are some lawyers who actually advise their potential clients about the treatment they should receive.

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

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General

  • Straight Talk About Torts [PDF]
    The myth of the litigation crisis-
    When it comes to tort ‘reform,’ cutting through the fog can be difficult. That’s why we’ve gone to the source: statisticians and researchers who keep a running tally of who’s going to court, why, and what happens when they get there.
    Written by Carmel Sileo and David Ratcliff

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Actual Deposition Testimony of Doctors in Malpractice Cases

  • Surgeon Tied Off Ulnar Nerve While Repairing Laceration [PDF]
    Read what happened when a surgery resident is called in to evaluate a patient with a severe arm laceration. Through a mixup in communication and departures from good medical care, an unknown surgeon who repaired the laceration also improperly tied off the ulnar nerve causing permanent damage.

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Bicycle Accidents

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Emergency Room Errors

  • Testicular Torsion- New York Medical Malpractice Attorney Explains [PDF]
    Today's topic is about testicular torsion. What is it and why is it important? Testicular torsion is when the testicle twists upon itself and the cords that provide the blood supply to the testicle become twisted and closed off.

    Well, what's the big deal? The big deal is that...

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Bicycle Accidents

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Car Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

  • The Doctor Hierarchy; What's a "Resident?" What's a "Fellow?" What's an "Attending Physician?" [PDF]
    Today's tip answers the following three questions. (1) What is a resident? (2) What is a fellow? and (3) What is an attending physician?

    (1) A resident is a doctor who's beginning their post graduate training after medical school. Depending upon the type of residency that they're in, that will determine the number of years that they must spend in post graduate training. For example, a medial resident spends three years of additional training after medical school. An obstetrician/gynecologist spends four years of additional training. There are some surgeons and sub-surgical specialties that spend anywhere from five to seven years in post graduate training.

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General

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Medical Malpractice

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General

  • The Straight Truth About Lawyer Advertising-NY Accident Lawyer Explains
    Learn the different ways lawyers advertise and how you need to know how to distinguish one law firm from another. Find out from Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury trial lawyer practicing law in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Long Island, Nassau & Suffolk. For more information, call Gerry personally at 516-487-8207.

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Medical Malpractice

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Obstetrical Malpractice

  • Untimely C-Section and Developmental Delays [PDF]
    Today's tip is about a failure to timely perform a C-section. Why is that important? Because when you fail to timely deliver the baby, the baby may suffer a lack of oxygen. That's known as hypoxia or anoxia. Anoxia means total lack of oxygen. Hypoxia means a decreased amount of oxygen. Well why is that important? Because if the baby...

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Medical Malpractice

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • Volunteering- What it means to help someone [PDF]
    Read what it means to be a volunteer firefighter. Read Gerry's continuing fictional book about the man who can cure cancer. Test your knowledge of medical malpractice and personal injury law with our trivia game.

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Negligence Cases

  • Wal-Mart Stampede in New York-Who's At Fault?
    Find out what happened when an unruly shopping crowd at a Valley Stream, NY Wal-Mart barged through the doors at 5:00 a.m. on Black Friday. The resulting stampede caused a Wal-mart employee to be trampled to death. Read the article to find out who, if anyone is at fault and if so, what are the potential damages that could arise out of such a lawsuit.

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General

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New York Injury Times- our new newsletter

  • Why Shouldn't I Let My Family Lawyer Handle My New York Medical Malpractice Case? [PDF]
    Why Shouldn't I Let My Family Lawyer Handle My New York Medical Malpractice Case?
    4 Things Your New York Injury Lawyer Looks For When You Show Up In His Office
    Why You Shouldn't Rely on a Lawyer Who Tells You Your Case Is Worth Millions…
    Five Reasons Why Your Malpractice Case Won't Be Accepted By A New York Malpractice Lawyer…
    Slip & Fall - The 10 Most Important Things You Need To Know If You Slip and Fall in NYC

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HOW LAWSUITS WORK

  • You’ve just won a large verdict in your New York medical malpractice case. What happens next? [PDF]
    You’ve won a large verdict in your medical malpractice case. Do you think the doctor or hospital writes you a check for that amount of money right then and there? If you do, you’re wrong. It would be nice if that were the case, but the reality is that it doesn’t happen.

    Well, what happens after you get your stunning verdict?

    In New York here’s the sequence of events:

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