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Shoulder and neck birth injuries don’t get as much attention as brain damage and conditions like cerebral palsy. But they can cause significant and lasting disability, and in many cases, these injuries are preventable. A child born in 2011 only just received a settlement for permanent arm paralysis due to a complication known as shoulder […]
Birth injury and cerebral palsy lawsuits are not restricted to medical malpractice. Disabled children go on to face many issues as they get older, and parents have a right to seek justice for them. The last year has seen several cases involving children with cerebral palsy experiencing discrimination and poor services at school. Their parents […]
C-section rates are high in too many U.S. hospitals, according to experts. While the procedure is often medically necessary, it is also risky. If a woman can deliver without the procedure, it’s best for her and the baby. Rates of C-Section Births High in U.S. Hospitals According to the Joint Commission, which accredits health care […]
Cerebral palsy is a condition caused by abnormal development or brain injury in the womb, during delivery, or shortly after birth. It affects children in different ways but primarily causes mobility, posture, and movement issues. A recent collaboration between several universities and medical centers reduced the time to diagnosis for babies with this non-progressive but […]
A Maryland hospital was found negligent in causing an infant’s severe disabilities, including cerebral palsy last year, resulting in a record-setting $229 million jury verdict. Now, state hospitals and many lawmakers want to prevent future lump sums for birth injuries by creating a state fund for victim compensation. Record Medical Malpractice Verdict The case that […]
A brachial plexus injury is not uncommon in newborns, occurring in about 3 per 1,000 births. The damage to nerves that control the arms can be mild or severe, with few repercussions or permanent disability. A new study has found a better strategy for helping these nerves heal that gives infants a better chance of […]
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