New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer David Perecman Supports New Efforts to Increase Hand Washing Frequency by Doctors and Nurses

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 05, 2013

New York medical malpractice lawyer David Perecman understands that lawyers who sue hospitals for infections may use hand-washing compliance rates as part of the information they use to prove or disprove the alleged facts. Now, a number of hospitals are using motion sensors to check to see if doctors and nurses are washing their hands. The sensors go off every time someone enters an intensive care room. They trigger a video camera, which transmits its images to workers in India, who check to see who is washing their hands, reported [The New York Times (5.29.13).

The hospitals are using the sensors to increase hand-washing rates and prevent infection. According to The New York Times, hospital-acquired infections cost $ 30 billion and lead to nearly 100,000 patient deaths a year.

The failure of doctors and nurses to regularly wash their hands is a common and major cause of infectious disease among hospital patients, said Perecman, a medical malpractice lawyer in New York for over 30 years. Every effort to get medical professionals to wash their hands is welcome.

Hospital workers in studies have been observed washing their hands as little as 30 percent of the time that they interact with patients, said The New York Times.

To encourage more hand-washing, other hospitals in the U.S. are training hand-washing coaches, using radio-frequency ID chips that note when healthcare professionals have passed by a sink, handing out rewards like free coffee coupons, hiring undercover monitors, or using other methods to encourage hand washing.

If preventing infection and saving lives is not incentive enough, under new federal rules, hospitals will lose Medicare money when patients get infections that should have been prevented, The New York Times reported.

Infections acquired in hospitals can do more than increase hospital stays. They can kill people, Perecman said.

Studies show that health care workers do not wash their hands for a number of reasons, including complaints about dry skin, emergency environment pressures, tedium, and resistance to authority, reported The New York Times.

Frequently washing hands and using proper hand washing techniques reduces the chances of preventable illnesses, said Perecman. Patients are in the hospital seeking to improve their health. No one seeking care should contract a illness that may be costly and-or deadly because of preventable hospital mistakes.

There is really no excuse for failing to follow simple sanitary protocols, added Perecman.

Compensation in malpractice cases can include coverage of medical bills and lost wages, as well as damages for pain and suffering. Damages can also be paid for future losses such as future medical expenses and wages.

If a person acquires an infection while in a hospital or other health care facility, a New York medical malpractice attorney may be able to investigate whether or not there is a claim against the health care provider.

Lawyers at The Perecman Firm can provide knowledgeable, aggressive representation for victims of medical malpractice in New York. Contact The Perecman Firm at 212-977-7033.

The New York Times article cited is With Money at Risk, Hospitals Push Staff to Wash Hands.

\About David Perecman and The Perecman Firm, PLLC:

For the past 30 years, the New York construction accident, medical malpractice, auto accident, and civil rights violation lawyers at The Perecman Firm, PLLC have handled all types of New York medical malpractice cases. David Perecman, founder of the Firm, has been recognized for his achievements as an Honoree in the National Law Journal's Hall of Fame, in New York Magazine's "The Best Lawyers in America" and The New York Times Magazine "New York Super Lawyers, Metro Edition" for the years 2007-2010. The prestigious U.S. News & World Report ranks The Perecman Firm among the top 20 personal injury firms in New York City for 2011-2012 and 2012-2013.

The Firm has recovered millions of dollars for its clients. Among the more recent victories, Mr. Perecman won a $ 15 million verdict** for a construction accident (Index 112370/03) Supreme Court, New York County, a $ 5.35 million dollar verdict*** for an automobile accident (Index 2749/04) Supreme Court, Kings County, and a $ 40 million dollar structured settlement for medical malpractice (Index 2146/03)****Supreme Court, Kings County.

The Perecman Firm serves Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island, Westchester, Upstate NY, Morris County, and Rockland County.

**later settled while on appeal for $ 7.940 million

GBK Celebrates the 2012 American Music Awards with a Musical Gift Lounge for a Cause 100% Event Proceeds Donated to Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) November 19, 2012

GBK, the luxury lifestyle gift lounge and special events company, honored the 2012 American Music Award Nominees and Presenters with their annual GBK Gift Lounge at the Andaz West Hollywood. Guests were greeted with the sounds of an eclectic mix of musicians including: Stazz, Standley, Angelyna Martinez, Branches, Deqn Sue, DJ eTunes, J-Dub, Pullman Standard, Mike Burke and 10-year-old DJ BABYCHINO, the worlds youngest DJ. There wasnt a dull moment with these talented musicians entertaining the guests, but the highlight of the performances included a special impromptu song from stars of The Voice - Jamar Rogers and Chris Mann.

GBKs blend of entertainment, celebrity marketing and charity fundraising consistently sets new standards for the industry and this event was no different. With the help of participating sponsors and generous celebrity guests, 100% of the event proceeds went towards supporting the American Red Cross and Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. In addition to the monetary donation, another great charity, A Rose of Thanks, created a special greeting card for guests to personalize and send to the survivors of Hurricane Sandy.

As always, an array of trend-setting products and fabulous gifts were featured including: jewelry and genuine Louisiana Alligator and Cowhide Dog Collars from Barbara Conner Jewelry dba Swamp Dogs of LA; handcrafted gifts from The Artisan Group; Sandra Mardini Jewelry Designs; hand-crafted Italian leather bags from Moni Moni; Fly Watches; high-end RocknRoll Couture from SYC FUK, a selection of fashion-forward footwear from iiJin; RevitaLash; jewelry and gift certificates from Social Butterflies LA; gifts from Freedom Quit Smoking System Americas Nicotine Free & Natural Way to Quit!; SureThik Hair Thickening Products; skin care from Oxis International, Inc.; and gifts from other luxury health and beauty sponsors including GCBX & NEXTRIM, providing clinically proven weight loss supplements; 2 months supply of multivitamins from alternaVites Kids; and nail care products and mini-manicures from Cindi Nails noted as one of the celebrity-favorite gifts of the event.

Other indulgent gifts included a 5-night, all-inclusive stay at Hard Rock Cancun, Punta Cana or Puerto Vallarta compliments of Hard Rock (Caribbean); pure soy wax candles in four fragrances from Harvest Glow; artisan chocolates from DeBrand Fine Chocolates; gift certificates from BestofLegacy.com, the Rolls Royce of scrapbooks for anyone in the media spotlight; sweet treats from Royal Red Velvet Cupcakes; and an interactive music product from Beamz Interactive that enables anyone to experience making music by touching laser beams and playing light.

Before guests left for the day, they stopped by the Action Flipbooks station to make their own custom animated video flipbooks to take home not only a crowd pleaser, but the perfect touch to this celebratory event.

ABOUT THE CHARITIES:

The American Red Cross: The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. GBK Productions will be donating 100% of this event's profits to American Red Cross.

A Rose of Thanks is a non profit that supports our troops through personalized greeting cards. We created a card to send victims of Hurricane Sandy and have sent over 100 cards from students in Charlotte, NC!

ABOUT GBK:

GBK, formerly GBK Productions, is a luxury lifestyle gifting and special events company, specializing in entertainment marketing integration. Formed in 2000 by Gavin Keilly, the companys Founder and CEO, GBK consists of five divisions: GBK Celebrity Gifting, GBK Special Events, GBK Weddings, GBK Charitable Consulting and GBK Marketing/Public Relations. Widely known in the entertainment industry for bringing that little extra something into the Gifting Lounge environment, GBK offers its clients a full range of marketing services. For more information on Gavin B. Keilly (CEO), Carla Domen (VP) or GBK, please go to gbkproductions.com.