July News from PLG - Pegalis Law Group

July 2019

News You Can Use

Recent Results for Our Clients

Pegalis Law Group, LLC recently obtained a jury verdict of $4.7 million dollars for our client. The jury found Dr. Henry Woo liable for medical negligence and lack of informed consent.
Our client underwent an Onyx brain aneurysm procedure at Stony Brook University Hospital and suffered brain damage, causing Hemiparesis. The doctor failed to communicate that the new procedure had not yet been tested on her particular condition, yet urged her to undergo a risky and unnecessary surgery.

The case was resolved pursuant to a confidential agreement. Steven Pegalis and James Baydar represented our client.

Diagnosing and Treating Lymphoma

Lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of the body’s germ fighting system. Common symptoms of lymphoma include swollen glands…read on here.

What is Cellulitis?

Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection. It’s fairly common, but also has the potential to be extremely serious.

Kudos

Please join us in congratulating Steven Pegalis. He was recently bestowed the Lifetime Achievement Award for Community Leadership in the Law, by New York Law School.

Work Options For All

If someone you know with a disability wants to run their own business, a new training program is starting at the Viscardi Center. The program will help entrepreneurs in the NY area combat barriers in employment. The first program’s application deadline is Sept 16. You can read more and apply here.

2019 Lawyer of the Year: Steven E. Pegalis

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We have cherished both client and colleague relationships for 47 years. Our experience tells us that at some point, you, a family member, or client will be concerned about received medical care. Get legal consultation swiftly, as time to file a law suit is limited. Call our attorneys directly anytime at 516-684-2900 or email us here. We speak fluent English, Spanish, Russian, and Greek.