I have been a medical malpractice lawyer for almost 25 years. The answer is simple; doctors are human, despite all the safeguards that can be put in place, humans make mistakes.
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Everyone has heard of traumatic brain injury. This is a catch-all term for various types of injuries to the head and brain. Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is caused by everything from car accidents to slip and fall...
According to the Cambridge Dictionary, the term “catastrophic” is defined as an action or event that causes sudden and very great harm. It is important to know what is considered a catastrophic injury after an...
Various complications can cause hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. The damage to your child’s brain from prolonged HIE is usually called “cerebral palsy”, and it will cause a...
Pain and suffering in a personal injury lawsuit is usually described as “non-economic damages.” Your pain and suffering may not have a dollar value, in terms of time spent in the hospital or seeing a doctor. There are...
Medical professionals take an oath to provide due care to all their patients. When that care falls short of this standard, you or a loved one can be left facing your worst nightmare. An injury or death arising from the...
The severity of a shoulder dystocia injury can range from a dislocated shoulder to debilitating life-long injuries such as cerebral palsy.
Motorcycle riders have the same rights as all other road users, yet they are often overlooked or disregarded by other drivers. This negligence leads to serious accidents and life-changing injuries, making it crucial for...
Car accidents can be life-altering, leading to various degrees of injury, expenses from medical treatment, loss of income, and death. Reports from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety...
The brain may be the most important organ in the body. It’s the organ that makes you who you are. Thinking, feeling, and remembering are all carried out in the brain. Any injury to your brain affects who you are in a way...
The first step is contacting experienced attorneys to explore your options. Here’s what you should know about wrongful death suits, including the necessary criteria for a successful outcome.
If you or a loved one have experienced a traumatic brain injury due to an auto accident or some other cause of head trauma, you may be able to receive help. It is essential to understand the impact of traumatic brain...