Jonathan C. Reiter

New York City Medical Malpractice Lawyer Shares the Need-to-Know Information for Medical Misdiagnosis Cases Medical misdiagnosis cases are unfortunately common in New York City and across the United States. Jonathan C. Reiter, a prominent New York City medical malpractice attorney, has created a collection of answers to frequently asked questions about medical misdiagnosis cases. “The mo...

Medical malpractice happens when a doctor, hospital, pharmacist, nurse, or other health professional injures a patient by acting negligently. This negligence can occur in a variety of different ways, including improper treatment, misdiagnosis, lack of follow-up, or surgical mistake. For an individual to have a claim for medical malpractice, their case must meet three thresholds. It’s import...

Medical malpractice happens more often than many people realize. In fact, it is the third leading cause of death in the United States, killing more people than any other cause of death besides cancer and heart disease. More than 250,000 people lose their lives each year due to a doctor’s or hospital’s negligence. This can happen in a number of ways, from a wrong site surgery to a misdiagnosis...

While the majority of aviation injuries don’t involve a crash, it’s important to note that when crashes happen people who survive them may be left with serious injuries. Airline crashes dominate headlines when they happen and typically result in multiple fatalities. Passengers may also suffer serious aviation injuries during flight or in the airport. These injuries can include slips, trips a...

If your child suffered nerve damage in their shoulder, arm, hand, or finger, it could be an Erb’s Palsy injury. Learn here:  COMMON BIRTH INJURIES >>  The birth of a baby should be a joyous and exciting time for new parents. When an infant sustains a birth injury, however, parents are left feeling confused, scared, and worried about their child’s future. Erb’s Palsy is one of the mos...

In this PR New York Bicycle Accident Lawyer Jonathan C. Reiter explains the law and the steps to take after a New York Bicycle Injury Unfortunately, motorists don’t always watch out for cyclists in New York City. In other cases, drivers blatantly ignore a bicyclist’s rights and imperil their safety. Bicycling is a popular way to get around in the city. It’s affordable and often much faster...

It’s easy to appreciate just how much the roads have changed in such a short amount of time. Areas that were previously congested are now free of bumper to bumper traffic, and commutes that might have taken an hour or so are accomplished in a fraction of the time.  While it seems like pedestrians would be safer with fewer cars and trucks on the roads, this isn’t necessarily the case everywhe...

Aviation Accident Lawyer from New York City Explains.  Are Airlines Doing Enough to Keep Planes Safe During Coronavirus? The coronavirus pandemic has caused just about every industry to take a serious financial hit, and the airline industry is no exception. In an attempt to persuade customers to once again take to the skies, airlines are advertising enhanced cleaning procedures. However, so...

According to a AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study, the number of fatal accidents caused by drivers who run red lights has soared in recent years. The study analyzed data from car accidents that took lace between 2008 and 2017, finding that deaths caused by motorists running red lights increased 31 percent over a 10-year period.  In 2009, there were 715 fatalities due to drivers running ...

New York City, NY — Anyone who has undergone a surgery or invasive medical procedure knows that there’s an extensive list of complications that could come along with it. Depending on the nature of the procedure, these risks can range from inconsequential to debilitating.  The law requires doctors to inform their patients about the risks involved in any surgery or invasive medical procedure...