Salmonella Poisoning Scare

News You Need To Know: Last week, we informed you of contaminated food stores on Long Island. Now, we have learned of a salmonella outbreak linked to papayas from Mexico in our area. Suffolk health officials say the state has made them aware of three cases in Suffolk County and eight cases in Nassau County.  Twelve people have been hospitalized in our area, and one death has been reported, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Investigators are working to learn where the contamination occurred in the supply chain," the CDC said. According to the CDC, the salmonella outbreak has now sickened 109 people in 16 states and is responsible for one death (which was in NYC). Symptoms of salmonella can start 10 to 72 hours after a person is infected and include diarrhea, fever and abdominal pain. This can last about four to seven days, and most people can recover without being hospitalized. However, those who develop severe diarrhea may need to be be seen by a doctor as soon as possible. Babies, children, the elderly or those who have compromised immune systems are most at risk for severe cases of illness. The CDC has recommended that consumers not eat this type of papaya, restaurants should not serve it, and stores should not sell it. If you are not sure if your papayas are infected, it is suggested that they are thrown away.  When in doubt, throw it out! If you or your family suffered food poisoning, or were injured after consuming a foreign object because of food-store or restaurant related negligence, you may have a lawsuit. The attorneys at The Sanders Firm have knowledge in these areas and are here to help with any legal concerns. www.TheSandersFirm.com

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Food Service Violations

Several Long Island Food service locations received violations that could cause you harm. Please read this important article so you can protect yourself and your family. Call us for any questions: 516.741.5252


News You Need To Know About Food Violations On Long Island, NY

Partner, Marc Grossman Makes Headlines

JUNE 11, 2017 - Marc Grossman, Senior Partner and Attorney at the Sanders Firm, ambitiously took on the challenge of co-producing his first Broadway show 'Indecent'. The play premiered in October 2015, and last Sunday at the 2017 Tony Awards, the show proved to be a complete success. 'Indecent' won Best Direction of a Play and Best lightning Design of a Play, while being nominated for Best Play as well.
'Indecent', by Paula Vogel, is inspired by the true story of the 1923 Broadway debut of the controversial drama 'God of Vengeance', written by Sholem Asch. Marc and the entire production team believed 'Indecent' carries certain messages that seemed ripe for Broadway, such as accepting and supporting political refugees and LGBT rights. The New York Times called the show “superbly realized and remarkably powerful” and critics have hailed it as one of the best of the year.
The entire Sanders Firm family congratulates Marc Grossman for this incredible accomplishment!

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The Sanders Firm: Office Of The Week

We were honored to be K98.3's office of the week recognized by Host, Steve Harper. Thank you for the acknowledgment in helping the victims of accidents and negligence.

When Dogs Attack by: Karin Murphy

Man's Best Friend Can Be Violent. By: Karin Murphy

Despite being man's best friend, it is a sad truth that over 4.5 million people are bitten each year by dogs in the United States. Even worse, tens of thousands of people need to undergo reconstructive surgery each year as a result of these attacks. Tragically, statistics show that children are most often the victims of dog bites. In fact, injuries to children can be particularly physically and emotionally devastating.

According to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation, there were about 72 million dogs in the U.S. in 2016, equaling about one dog for every 4 people.

Unfortunately, 4.5 million people are bitten by those dogs annually, and 20 percent of those people will need medical attention for their wounds. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about one out of five dog bites will become infected.

Recently, an elderly woman from Queens was killed and her son with special needs was mauled by the dog she was planning to turn in.

Last month, Louise Herminda, 75, was planning to return the dog, a mastiff, because it was too aggressive and uncontrollable, neighbors said. But she apparently waited too long. The dog attacked Herminda, causing what police described as trauma to her upper torso area. She was pronounced dead at New York Presbyterian Hospital. 

Herminda's 39-year-old son, who has autism, was also mauled in the attack. He suffered non-life threatening injuries to his lower-left leg.

6 months ago, a woman was attacked by three pit bulls in Rocky Point, New York. Elana Tsaregorodheva says the three dogs mauled her 3-year-old boxer at Hallock Landing Beach. She suffered multiple injuries. 

Dog bites or attacks can include:

Puncture wounds, lacerations, and bone injuries

Head, facial, arm, leg, and back injuries or even death. 

Serious infections from bacteria such as Pasteurella, Staphylococcus, and methicillin-resistant Staph Tetanus can occur in deep puncture wounds.

Because not all dog owners vaccinate their dogs, rabies is always a consideration when someone gets bit. While rabies isn't as common in the U.S. as it is in other countries, the possibility of infection remains, so anyone who is bitten by a dog they don't know should seek medical treatment immediately.

The Sanders Firm

If you or a family member has suffered a serious personal injury as the result of a dog bite, you may be entitled to compensation. The Sanders Firm has been helping people for 50 years and understands how to effectively represent clients who have been injured in due to a dog attack. 

If you feel you may have a personal injury case on your hands after sustaining a serious dog bite injury, call us today at 1.800.FAIR.PLAY for a FREE case evaluation, or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free case review. There is no obligation.

The Airbag In Your Car Could Explode! This Is What You Should Do About It!

1. What’s happened?
   Defective airbags made by Takata have been tied to at least 14 deaths and more than 100 injuries. The ensuing recall — the largest in automotive history — has turned out to be messy, confusing and frustrating for car owners.
2. Why have Takata airbags been recalled?
   Inflators in about 64 million Takata airbags contain a defect that may cause them to explode and send metal fragments into cars. Keep in mind that this is the number of airbags, not necessarily cars. That’s because some cars may have more than one recalled airbag in them.

   The defect lies in how the airbags are meant to inflate when they are activated. They use a compound called ammonium nitrate that help the bag go from its very compact form inside your steering wheel or door panel to something big enough to protect your head or body in a collision. The compound can break down and become unstable when your car is exposed to moisture or temperature swings over time, leading to a risk of explosion.
3. Have all Takata airbags been recalled?
   No.

   The recalled airbags are those that have ammonium-nitrate inflators without a chemical drying agent to counteract the moisture problem.

   With that said, the government has said that even those models that contain the drying agent could potentially be recalled in the future if the moisture issue is still causing ruptures.
4. Which automakers are affected?
   The Takata airbag recall involves the following manufacturers:

   • BMW
   • Chrysler
   • General Motors
   • Ferrari
   • Ford
   • Honda
   • Mazda
   • Mercedes-Benz
   • Mitsubishi
   • Nissan
   • Subaru
   • Toyota
   • Volkswagen
   • Jaguar/Land Rover
5. Which models are most at risk?
   Regulators are urging drivers of the older recalled Honda or Acura models listed below to stop driving their vehicles and have them fixed immediately because they are most at risk of rupturing during airbag deployment.

   They are:

   • 2001-2 Honda Civic
   • 2001-2 Honda Accord
   • 2002-3 Acura TL
   • 2002 Honda CR-V
   • 2002 Honda Odyssey
   • 2003 Acura CL
   • 2003 Honda Pilot

   By: Kelly Couiturer