Can You Sue A Doctor for Newborn Hypoglycemia?
January 30, 2025
Yes, you may be able to sue a doctor for your newborn’s hypoglycemia if they were negligent in failing to prevent or treat it. Medical
Birth Injury Blog
Attorney Explains APGAR Scores for Birth Injury Evaluation
December 3, 2023
The Apgar score is a rapid assessment of your baby’s health following birth to determine if intervention is needed. Although not used to diagnose birth
Bridging the Gap: Maternity Medical Care Disparities for Women of Color
October 11, 2023
Bringing a child into the world should be a joyous occasion, yet for many expectant mothers, especially women of color, the experience is marred by
Signs of Fetal Distress
August 18, 2023
When signs of fetal distress are present during pregnancy or childbirth, swift action is necessary to prevent serious harm, including brain damage and death. The
Cooling Therapy for Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
May 30, 2023
Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, or HIE, is a devastating medical condition affecting newborns after a traumatic birth. It occurs when the infant’s brain is deprived of oxygen
Stages of Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
May 30, 2023
Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, or HIE, is a type of birth asphyxia that occurs when a baby is deprived of oxygen before, during, or after birth. This results
What Is Marginal Cord Insertion?
September 20, 2022
During pregnancy, the umbilical cord attaches on or around the center of the placenta. This vital organ helps provide oxygen and nutrients to a growing
Is Your Premature Baby Suffering From A Brain Injury?
July 29, 2021
Premature Babies, Brain Injuries and Cerebral Palsy Birth injuries can uncover a medical mistake that was likely the cause of a preventable traumatic experience to
12 Quick Facts That Could Support Your Birth Injury Lawsuit
July 2, 2021
12 Quick Facts That Could Support Your Birth Injury Lawsuit According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, most birth injuries are avoidable when risks have
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When Is IV Infiltration Considered Medical Malpractice?
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