Yearly Archives: 2021
What to Do if You’re Not Stitched Properly After Childbirth
The big day has come and gone. You are filled with emotion and relief, but something may not seem right. Your doctor stitched your perineal tear after you gave birth, but you aren’t sure whether what you’re experiencing now is normal or due to improper stitching.This article will discuss some common questions and symptoms… Read More »
Forceps Delivery Injuries
Forceps delivery is a type of assisted vaginal delivery that helps guide the baby out of the birth canal. When used by an experienced doctor and under established standards of care, a delivery using forceps (a medical instrument resembling two spoons or a pair of tongs) can be safely performed. However, if improperly utilized,… Read More »
Can You Sue for Shoulder Dystocia?
Updated: January 20, 2022 Model depicted not actual client. Yes. Mothers and babies who suffered shoulder dystocia during childbirth may have a medical malpractice claim. As such, they can file a lawsuit for damages and pain and suffering. If you or your baby has been injured by shoulder dystocia, call the experienced Philadelphia birth… Read More »
Stroke Misdiagnosis Claims & Settlements Explained
Misdiagnosis of stroke and mismanagement of strokes are common medical mistakes in emergency rooms nationwide and often result in devastating consequences for the patient and their family. The National Institute of Health reports that a stroke is fatal in 10 to 20 percent of cases, and those who survive a stroke may have brain… Read More »
Truck Accidents Due to a Lack of Proper Driving Training: Who’s Responsible?
According to a large truck crash causation study conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier’s Safety Administration, inexperience is the third most commonly cited contributing factor in truck accidents. Employers are required to verify that their employees have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) before turning them loose in a big rig, but truck driving schools… Read More »
How Long Can You Wait to File a Claim in the Case of Birth Injury?
The birth of a child should be a time of celebration, but sometimes it can turn into a tragedy due to an injury to the infant. If that occurs because of the negligence of a medical provider, you may be able to get financial compensation that helps pay for your child’s care. While birth… Read More »
Who is Entitled to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Pennsylvania?
Although no amount of money can fill the void left by death, when a loved one dies prematurely due to the negligent actions or wrongdoing of someone else, a wrongful death lawsuit is often pursued by the person’s surviving family. Under Pennsylvania law, wrongful death actions can only be brought by a personal representative… Read More »
Premises Liability: Determining Who is Responsible for Your Injury
If you have been injured on someone else’s property in the state of Pennsylvania, there’s a good chance you have grounds for a premises liability claim. Property owners in Pennsylvania are required to maintain their properties in a way that people coming into or onto the properties are not injured. Failure to rectify dangerous… Read More »
The True Cost of a Catastrophic Spinal Cord Injury
In the United States, thousands suffer from catastrophic spinal injuries every year. Though car accidents are commonly the main cause of spinal cord injuries, they could also occur due to other issues like medical negligence, sporting accidents, acts of violence, falls, and even pregnancies gone wrong. Catastrophic injuries to your spinal cord can result… Read More »
What Are the Causes of Birth Asphyxia?
Model depicted is not actual client. Birth asphyxia occurs when a baby doesn’t receive enough oxygen before, during, or after birth. WHO also estimates the annual neonatal deaths caused by asphyxia at 4 million. This number represents 38% of deaths of children fewer than five years of age. What Causes Birth Asphyxia? Birth asphyxia… Read More »