Umbilical cord compression is a potentially serious condition that affects a baby’s oxygen and blood supply prior to or during birth. If not diagnosed and properly treated, umbilical cord compression can result in serious consequences, including severe brain damage and...
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Can Lithium Toxicity Be Caused by Medical Malpractice?
Lithium is a prescription medication widely prescribed for mental health conditions, such as bipolar and schizoaffective disorders, to disrupt neurotransmitter activity in the brain and stabilize mood. Despite its effectiveness, lithium carries significant risks if not prescribed, dosed, or monitored...
Can Medical Malpractice Lead to a Brain Injury?
We take for granted that our doctors have our best interests in mind and will adhere to the highest standards of care and professionalism when seeing our physical health. However, as several of our clients here at the Law Offices...
Virginia Boar’s Head Plant Tied to Deadly Listeria Outbreak
A deadly listeria outbreak that hospitalized at least 57 and killed nine across 18 states has been tied to the Boar’s Head Provisions plant in Jarrett, Virginia. The plant has not been operational since late July, and the company recalled 7.2 million...
Are Emergency Doctors Overlooking Suicide Risk in Patients?
Suicidal ideation in emergency department (ED) patients is common. More than four percent of all ED visits are related to psychiatric conditions, and three to eight percent of ED patients have suicidal ideation when screened. Approximately 420,000 individuals are treated...
Hypoglycemia and Medical Malpractice: What You Should Know?
Hypoglycemia, often called low blood sugar, is characterized by abnormally low glucose levels in the bloodstream. While manageable for many individuals, severe cases can lead to significant health complications and even medical emergencies. In some instances, hypoglycemia can result from...
Insulin Overdose and Medical Malpractice
An insulin overdose can cause severe health consequences, and when it occurs due to medical negligence, the legal implications can also be significant. Patients rely on healthcare professionals to administer insulin safely and accurately. However, mistakes can happen, leading to...
Can I Sue for Hypoglycemia Birth Injury Complications?
Hypoglycemia occurs when a person’s blood glucose levels fall below normal. If the glucose levels become dangerously low, it can cause various health complications, including reduced brain function. Several factors can increase the risk of hypoglycemia in a newborn baby,...
How to File a Claim for Erb’s Palsy?
There are few things more heart-breaking for new parents than finding out that their newborn baby suffered a birth injury. The only thing that could make the situation even more devastating is if the injury resulted from medical negligence and...
How Is Shoulder Dystocia Caused?
Shoulder dystocia is a complication that can occur during childbirth, presenting serious risks to the mother and the baby. It happens when the baby’s shoulders get stuck behind the mother’s pubic bone during delivery. Understanding the causes of shoulder dystocia...