Jonathan C. Reiter

New York City, NY — Workplaces across industries are rife with hazardous materials and equipment that can put the health of employees at risk over time. These injuries can occur due to a single incident, or as a result of wear and tear over time. In 2019, workplace injuries resulted in $177 billion worth of lost wages, medical expenses, and other costs across the United States. During the sam...

New York City based City medical malpractice lawyer Jonathan C. Reiter sheds light on the medical misdiagnosis of Chiari malformations.  Chiari malformation occurs when the base of the skull is too small, or otherwise misshapen, leading part of the cerebellum to protrude through the opening at the base of the skull. Because the cerebellum is responsible for balance, posture, speech, movement...

A Medical Malpractice Web Guide with Case Studies was created because our law firm handles many medical malpractice cases involving medical mistakes and hospital negligence. The website resources covers: Problems faced by the patients Medical errors by doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals. Hospital negligence Pain and suffering and compensation under theories of medical m...

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...