Birth Injury
Determining Fault: How to Prove Negligence in a Birth Injury Lawsuit
Of the twenty-eight thousand babies born each year in the USA, about one in every ten thousand will suffer a birth injury. An instance of medical malpractice can transform a normal child into a disabled child with just one mistake. A joyous occasion can become something quite different in a matter of seconds. You may suspect that…
Read MoreToo Little, Too Late: How to Know When It's The Right Time To Look For A Birth Injury Lawyer
When your baby is a victim of a birth injury or congenital disability, it can be very stressful to handle. Many parents juggle their emotions and might not know where to begin, especially when it comes to seeking justice or their child. It is important to know when to hire a birth injury lawyer so…
Read MoreNot Just "a Little Slow": What to Do If You Notice Your Child Has Developmental Delay
As children grow, parents anticipate their milestones, which makes it natural to wonder if their development is on track. A majority of children reach every development milestone at an appropriate age, and sometimes, even though they may be a little late, they catch up. However, even though children develop at different rates, some may take…
Read MoreKernicterus vs Jaundice: Everything You Need To Know About This Preventable Birth Injury
Jaundice affects about 50-60% of full-term babies and 80% of premature babies in the United States. Left untreated, it could lead to a serious condition called kernicterus. You might be wondering what this preventable condition is. Read on to discover what causes a kernicterus birth injury, plus the difference between it and jaundice. Jaundice in…
Read MoreDon't Count Your Eggs Before They Hatch: The Pregnancy Complications That Could Lead to Birth Injuries
There isn’t much that compares to the feeling you get when you find out you’re expecting. Preparing for a little one is sure to be one of the most exciting times in your life. But, the time spent waiting for your new baby to arrive can be pretty scary, too. Complications during pregnancy can range…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Gestational Diabetes to the Mother and Baby
Pregnancy is a sensitive time filled with lots of emotions. For mothers-to-be, anything that jeopardizes their health or the health of their baby during this time is something to be taken seriously. Gestational diabetes is a somewhat common condition that many pregnant women face. If it goes untreated, the dangers of gestational diabetes include risks…
Read MoreCommon Birth Injury Myths and the Facts That Debunk Them
Everyone who’s expecting a child looks forward to their baby’s birth. They imagine it as a day of overwhelming joy and relief. When something goes wrong, that all comes crashing down. Among all the books you read and the classes you take, few parents learn much about birth injuries during pregnancy. The reality is that…
Read MoreBrachial Plexus Injury at Birth: Everything You Need to Know
About one in every thousand children born in America experience a brachial plexus injury at birth. The brachial plexus can be injured even during normal delivery but can also be the result of medical negligence. Even when cared for properly, it can sometimes lead to permanent damage or disability. But what is a brachial plexus…
Read More7 Common Childbirth Complications Women Experience
The World Health Organization estimates that around 830 women die globally, every day due to childbirth complications. This is, of course, an alarming number, and we don’t mean to scare you. What you should note is that 99% of these deaths occur in developing countries, and most of these complications are avoidable. They are avoidable…
Read MoreBirth Injury Detection: Understanding and Identifying a Shoulder Dystocia
Shoulder dystocia occurs in 0.3 percent to 1.5 percent of births. While the birth injury isn’t as common as others, it’s still one parents, and future parents, need to understand. It occurs if one or both of a baby’s shoulders become lodged in the mother’s pelvis while giving. Usually, babies suffering from it are born…
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