Of Burdens and Hatch Covers

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In this edition of his Construction Accident Litigation column, Brian Shoot discusses two unrelated issues. Each figured in rulings rendered in, respectively, November and December of 2022. One issue arises when a plaintiff moves for summary judgment under Labor Law §240. The other issue, which arises far less frequently, is whether a falling hatch cover…

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Eleni Coffinas Obtains $1.5 Million in Medical Malpractice Case

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On June 23, 2022, SPBMCC attorney Eleni Coffinas successfully obtained a $1.5 million settlement for an 81-year-old woman who was given the wrong prescription instructions leading to a stroke, decreased mobility, and the need for assistance with daily living. 81-Year-Old Plaintiff Undergoes Vein Stenting Procedure An 81-year-old woman underwent a vein stenting procedure. While she…

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