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When Communication Failures in the Delivery Room Cause Birth Injuries
Labor and delivery can change rapidly. A baby’s heart rate may suddenly become abnormal. Labor may stop progressing. A mother may develop heavy bleeding, dangerously high blood pressure, or another complication requiring immediate attention. In these situations, the medical team must recognize the problem, communicate it to the right people, and take appropriate action… Read More
Common Causes of Multi-Vehicle Chain-Reaction Collisions
Multi-vehicle chain-reaction collisions can happen in just seconds. One driver may fail to stop in time, striking another vehicle and pushing it into traffic ahead. A rear-end crash can then become a series of collisions involving several vehicles, multiple drivers, and potentially serious injuries. Determining who is legally responsible can be much more complicated… Read More
Burn Injury Reconstruction: The Economic and Emotional Cost of a Lifetime of Multiple Surgeries
A serious burn injury does not necessarily end when the wounds close. For many survivors, the years after the initial hospitalization can involve reconstructive procedures, scar treatment, physical therapy, and additional medical care designed to restore movement, reduce pain, and improve appearance. Some people require multiple surgeries over many years, particularly when burns cause… Read More
Choosing the Right Wrongful Death Attorney
Losing a loved one because of another person’s negligence, misconduct, or wrongful act can leave a family facing grief, financial uncertainty, and unanswered questions. A wrongful death claim may provide a path toward accountability and compensation, but pursuing one requires more than simply filing a lawsuit. Families need an attorney who understands the legal… Read More
Placental Abruption: An Obstetrical Emergency
Placental abruption is a potentially life-threatening pregnancy complication in which the placenta separates from the uterine wall before the baby is delivered. Because the placenta provides the fetus with oxygen and nutrients, a significant separation can compromise the baby’s oxygen supply while also causing potentially severe maternal bleeding. Abruption can therefore become an emergency… Read More
When Delayed C-Sections Lead to Preventable Birth Injuries
A cesarean section can be a critical intervention when complications make vaginal delivery unsafe for the mother or baby. In some situations, physicians may have time to carefully plan a C-section. In others, an emergency develops during labor, and the medical team must act quickly. When warning signs indicate that a baby may be… Read More
Who Is Liable in a Company Vehicle Accident?
A car accident involving a company vehicle can raise liability questions that do not arise in an ordinary two-car collision. When an employee is driving for work, the driver’s employer may be responsible for injuries caused by the employee’s negligence. Depending on the circumstances, there may also be questions involving the vehicle owner, a… Read More
When Does a Broken Bone Become a Catastrophic Injury?
Many people assume a broken bone is an injury that will result in a full recovery, given time. Many fractures do heal with immobilization and physical therapy, or sometimes a surgical procedure. But some fractures are far more serious. A complex fracture can damage surrounding nerves, blood vessels, muscles, or joints. Complications such as… Read More
Fatal DUI Accidents and Civil Wrongful Death Claims
A fatal DUI accident can result in two very different legal proceedings. The driver who caused the collision may face a criminal prosecution brought by the government, while surviving family members may pursue a separate civil wrongful death claim seeking compensation for the losses caused by their loved one’s death. These proceedings can overlap,… Read More
Umbilical Cord Compression and Cord Entrapment During Labor
The umbilical cord provides the baby with oxygen and nutrients throughout pregnancy and labor. When the cord becomes compressed or trapped during labor, however, blood flow through the cord can be reduced. In serious cases, prolonged cord compression can deprive the baby of oxygen and lead to brain damage, hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), cerebral palsy,… Read More