New York strengthens oversight of nursing homes
Entrusting the care of loved ones to a nursing home can be a painful decision. For people who have to make that decision, they are rightfully concerned about the quality of care their loved ones will...
View ArticleShould you go to the ER after a car accident?
Almost every Olean area resident will be in at least one car accident during their driving career. Even the most careful drivers can get into an accent that is not their fault. Most of the time these...
View ArticleBurnout among medical professionals puts patients at risk
In New York State, when it is believed there was a medical error and it caused illness, injury or death, the first thought among family members is to find hard facts as to what happened and why. It is...
View ArticleDrunk driving crashes can turn summer fun into disaster
Summer is the time in New York for camping trips, family reunions and holiday celebrations. Alcohol is often served on these occasions and while most people in Olean drink responsibly there will always...
View ArticleCommon forms of medical negligence
Doctors are some of society’s most respected professionals, and rightfully so. However, despite the many years of education and training, some doctors fail to adhere to the proper standard of care when...
View ArticleSome new additions at BLH
We are sad to report our long time Registered Nurse Dawn Schwartz has retired. We will miss her very much. To fill the void, we have replaced her and added a 3rd registered nurse at the office....
View ArticleCattaraugus County crash leaves two teens dead
A car crash on West Yorkshire Road late Sunday evening left two teenagers dead. The crash occurred when a 2002 Toyota driving in the westbound lane partially collided with a 2007 Cadillac. The Toyota...
View ArticleDuties of landowners and their visitors
Under New York law, property owners have a duty toward people who visit them to keep the premises free from safety hazards, so as to minimize the risk of someone being injured in an accident. When they...
View ArticleThe dangers of distracted driving and protections for victims
Distracted driving, or driver inattention, is a serious problem on the roadways and can result in serious car accidents. Distracted driving can take different forms all of which can be equally...
View ArticleCollege student killed in Waterloo crash
One college student was killed, and two others were injured when car crash on Route 96. The crash, which occurred in Seneca County near Waterloo, happened at the intersection of Route 96 and Brewer...
View ArticleWhat are some common signs of nursing home abuse?
Placing a loved one in a skilled nursing facility is one of the hardest things an Olean area family can do. But there comes a time in many people’s lives where they are unable to care for themselves. A...
View ArticleDrunk driving crashes can turn summer fun into disaster
Summer is the time in New York for camping trips, family reunions and holiday celebrations. Alcohol is often served on these occasions and while most people in Olean drink responsibly there will always...
View ArticleCommon forms of medical negligence
Doctors are some of society’s most respected professionals, and rightfully so. However, despite the many years of education and training, some doctors fail to adhere to the proper standard of care when...
View ArticleSome new additions at BLH
We are sad to report our long time Registered Nurse Dawn Schwartz has retired. We will miss her very much. To fill the void, we have replaced her and added a 3rd registered nurse at the office....
View ArticleCattaraugus County crash leaves two teens dead
A car crash on West Yorkshire Road late Sunday evening left two teenagers dead. The crash occurred when a 2002 Toyota driving in the westbound lane partially collided with a 2007 Cadillac. The Toyota...
View ArticleDuties of landowners and their visitors
Under New York law, property owners have a duty toward people who visit them to keep the premises free from safety hazards, so as to minimize the risk of someone being injured in an accident. When they...
View ArticleThe dangers of distracted driving and protections for victims
Distracted driving, or driver inattention, is a serious problem on the roadways and can result in serious car accidents. Distracted driving can take different forms all of which can be equally...
View ArticleCollege student killed in Waterloo crash
One college student was killed, and two others were injured when car crash on Route 96. The crash, which occurred in Seneca County near Waterloo, happened at the intersection of Route 96 and Brewer...
View ArticleWhat are some common signs of nursing home abuse?
Placing a loved one in a skilled nursing facility is one of the hardest things an Olean area family can do. But there comes a time in many people’s lives where they are unable to care for themselves. A...
View ArticlePrevention efforts can reduce instances of surgical errors
Surgery can be an invasive necessity for western New Yorkers who suffer from certain medical conditions. When other options are not available, they may choose to undergo operations to improve their...
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