There are a variety of chronic conditions that can stem from a birth injury. In this instance, Erb’s palsy, or Brachial Plexus Palsy, is a condition caused by nerve damage in an infant’s shoulder. This type of injury most often… Read More
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Three Devastating Birth Injuries
One of the worst things that could happen to an expecting mother is for harm to come to her or her baby during childbirth. A birth injury is truly one of the most costly forms of medical malpractice because an… Read More
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Birth Injury Risks Involved in a Cesarean Section
When it comes to delivering a baby, a Cesarean Section, or C-section, can be a delicate and dangerous process. Because it is a surgical procedure, there are many ways that the mother or child could be at risk for injury… Read More
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Common Medical Malpractice Lawsuits
In general, the definition of medical malpractice involves a medical professional, like a doctor, acting negligently by violating an established standard of care that they had with their patient. For something to qualify as an act of medical malpractice, the… Read More
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Catastrophic Truck Accident Liability
When it comes to commercial truck driving, there are several additional regulations involved to help keep the driver and others safe on the road. And most truck drivers are actively aware of the responsibility that comes with driving something as… Read More
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What is Birth Asphyxia?
Birth asphyxia is defined as a condition where an infant doesn’t receive proper oxygen flow to the brain. This can lead to very harmful injuries for the baby. Here are some things that you should know about birth asphyxia.
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Medical Malpractice and Spinal Cord Injuries
An act of medical negligence can significantly hurt someone’s well-being and potentially change their life. Spinal cord injuries are an example of this, and they can be a result of medical malpractice, such as a surgical error. Here is what… Read More
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How Anesthesia Errors Cause Injury
Most people think of medical malpractice incidents like surgical errors as being the direct fault of the surgeon. However, an anesthesiologist plays a critical role in the patient’s well-being. If anesthesiology errors occur, it can lead to devastating consequences. Here… Read More
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Diagnostic Errors Regarding Cancer
When it comes to medical malpractice, errors in diagnosis can lead to some of the worst injuries. As you can imagine, overlooking symptoms for something as serious as cancer could lead to a patient missing treatment they need to prevent… Read More
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How Medical Malpractice is Distinct from Personal Injury Cases
When many people discuss medical malpractice cases, they often fall under the general category of personal injuries. And although it is true that much of the process for a medical malpractice lawsuit is the same as for any personal injury… Read More