Causes of Cleft Lip & Palate in Newborns
Sometimes, there can be confusion about whether or not a condition is a birth injury or a birth defect. Generally speaking, a birth defect is a condition which develops during pregnancy, often the result of genetics. On the other hand, birth injuries are caused by something that goes wrong during labor/delivery or shortly after birth,
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
How to Tell if a Birth Injury Was Preventable
Even with how far we’ve come in making pregnancy and delivery safer for both the mother and the baby, it’s still possible for things to go wrong. Sometimes, there are complications that come up that doctors could not have prevented. But the sad reality is that every year, many babies experience birth injuries that could
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
What is NICU Malpractice?
There are many different reasons a newborn might need to spend time in a NICU after delivery. Very often, it’s because the baby was born prematurely, but it can also be because of medical conditions like jaundice, respiratory distress syndrome, infections, and hypoglycemia. The NICU is supposed to be a place where a baby with
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
Are Dental Mistakes Considered Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice can take many different forms. In some cases, a patient is affected by a mistake made during surgery. Or an incorrect diagnosis could mean a patient doesn’t get the care they need in time or they’re given the wrong treatment. But if someone seeks dental care and a dentist makes a mistake that
- Published in Medical Malpractice
The Causes & Effects of True Knots in the Umbilical Cord
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
COVID & The Risk of Preeclampsia
Throughout any pregnancy, it’s critical for the mother’s medical condition to be carefully monitored by her doctor. There are a lot of things that need to be watched to make sure everything is progressing as expected and to detect signs of any potential complications. The sooner potential signs of complications are detected, the sooner they
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
The Risks of Injuries During C-Sections
Over the years, births by cesarean section have become increasingly common. According to a report released by the CDC, 31.8% of all births in the United States in 2020 were through a C-section. In some cases, C-sections are planned, either due to the mother’s personal preferences or for reasons that were identified before labor began,
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
The Importance of Accurate Medical Records in Personal Injury Cases
In any type of personal injury case, medical records are a critical type of evidence. This is true whether a case involves medical malpractice, a work-related injury, injuries caused by a slip-and-fall, birth trauma, or a car accident. It’s not at all uncommon for a party accused of causing an injury to try and deny
- Published in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury
Birth Injuries & Missed Developmental Milestones
When injuries occur around the time of birth, it’s important for steps to be taken right away to assess the extent of those injuries and determine what treatment, if any, is needed. But how do you know if your child has been injured? Some of the immediate signs of birth trauma include limp limbs, tense
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
Trauma Caused by Bait & Switch Maternity Care
One aspect of consumer law that people commonly know is the concept of “bait and switch.” A bait and switch occurs when a company advertises one product or service without actually intending to sell the product/service at the advertised price. Instead, they try to convince consumers to purchase another, more expensive, product/service that the company
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
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