Although labor and delivery are very safe, many things can still go wrong that will impact a child’s development. As experienced medical malpractice attorneys in Miami, we have met with countless parents who were surprised to find out that their child suffered a brain injury at birth—in particular, oxygen deprivation.… Continue reading Oxygen Deprivation at Birth: Common Causes & Injuries Parents Should Know
Continue ReadingFlorida Supreme Court Allows Medical Malpractice Lawsuit involving Stillborn to Continue
In January 2009, Shunteria S. McIntyre gave birth to a stillborn child. Three days later, she collapsed and died. Under Florida law, a deceased person’s estate can bring a lawsuit for wrongful death when a doctor’s medical error causes the death. According to a legal complaint, Ms. McIntyre had lost… Continue reading Florida Supreme Court Allows Medical Malpractice Lawsuit involving Stillborn to Continue
Continue ReadingAmerica: The Most Dangerous Nation to Give Birth in the Developed World
The U.S. spends far more on health care than any other nation on earth—over $10,000 per person. For that kind of money, the U.S. should be a world leader in health outcomes. Unfortunately, the U.S. lags in many areas, and one area in particular—maternal health—is particularly disturbing. According to statistics,… Continue reading America: The Most Dangerous Nation to Give Birth in the Developed World
Continue ReadingMedical Negligence & the Apgar Test
Labor can be grueling, for both mother and child. To identify whether the baby has any heart or breathing problems, the doctor will perform an Apgar test immediately after delivery and again at the five-minute mark. The Apgar test is named after Virginia Apgar, the doctor who invented it. Unfortunately,… Continue reading Medical Negligence & the Apgar Test
Continue ReadingDetermining Fault in Infant Wrongful Death
Parents are often ecstatic during the births of their babies. However, not every birth is a joyous event. While infant deaths are rare, they do happen from time to time. They are primarily caused by a birth injury or medical mistake. Wrongful death cases involving infants are usually preventable, which… Continue reading Determining Fault in Infant Wrongful Death
Continue ReadingHow Infant Birth Injuries Affect Mothers
No parent wants to hear that their child has suffered a birth injury. While some birth injuries resolve themselves over a few days, others are more serious in nature and require an extensive recovery period. Broken bones, dislocated shoulders, lacerations and head trauma can affect an infant for quite some… Continue reading How Infant Birth Injuries Affect Mothers
Continue ReadingNew Research Estimates 5 in 1000 Babies Suffer Brain Injury in the UK
Parents dream of giving birth to healthy babies. While most are born with no major health issues, many suffer brain injuries while in the womb or during labor and delivery. A recent study conducted by Imperial College London and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has estimated that for… Continue reading New Research Estimates 5 in 1000 Babies Suffer Brain Injury in the UK
Continue ReadingWhat Is The Statute Of Limitations For A Birth Injury Lawsuit In Florida?
When a child suffers a birth injury, the parents have a limited amount of time to file a malpractice suit against the doctor or hospital. However, the Florida rules are complex, and only an experienced malpractice attorney can tell you whether you still have time to file a claim. Generally,… Continue reading What Is The Statute Of Limitations For A Birth Injury Lawsuit In Florida?
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