Baby Formula Linked to Higher Rates of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Infants
Litigation This litigation surrounds defendants that knew their baby formulas cause necrotizing enterocolitis in infants and newborns. Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) According to kidshealth.org, necrotizing enterocolitis is the most common and serious intestinal disease among premature babies. It happens when tissue in the small or large intestine is injured or inflamed. This can lead to
Read MorePursuing Birth Injury Claims
A birth injury due to a medical error by a physician or medical staff is unspeakable. However, there are avenues to receive compensation like filing birth injury claims. A birth injury can bring a lifetime of complications that need costly care to attempt to live a normal life. Also, some injuries kill either the baby, mother,
Read MoreBirth Injury Fund Helps Hospitals but Hurts Families
Maryland hospitals are asking lawmakers to create a birth injury fund to compensate families of children injured by doctors at birth. Johns Hospital Medical Center he the University of Maryland are two of the big sponsors of this proposed bill, stating that they believe it will ease the pressure off hospitals and doctors from high-value
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C-Section Negligence Leads to Birth Injury and Infant's Death
A delayed c-section could have dire consequences on an infant. Unfortunately, this is the nightmare new parents in Florida are experiencing. Due to c-section negligence, a 14-month old boy was born with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, which caused oxygen deprivation. Oxygen Deprivation Oxygen deprivation is one of the more common complications resulting in a birth injury. When
Read MoreNewborn Facial Bruising Could Be a Birth Injury
Out of every 1,000 live births, six to eight resulted in a birth injury. Some happen through the normal birthing process, however many are caused by medical negligence. Birth injuries may range from minor problems such as lacerations or bruising to severe injuries that could prove fatal. The most common types of preventable birth injuries are
Read MoreHow A Doctor’s Negligence Could Lead to Umbilical Cord Injuries
There are several types of umbilical cord conditions, and each come with their own set of complications. A majority of these injury occur when a medical professional like a doctor or a nurse are not paying attention. However, the baby could have a lifetime of complications. About Umbilical Cord The umbilical cord is a narrow
Read MoreWhat to Expect if Your Child Has Brachial Plexus Injury
A long or difficult vaginal birth can cause a brachial plexus injury. This is when the doctor doesn’t prevent nerve injuries to the shoulder. This can be a devastating injury not only for the baby but the whole family. Additional medical care is necessary that may not be covered by insurance. About Brachial Plexus Injury
Read MorePersonal Impact of Birth Injuries
Birth injuries do not just affect the child. When a child suffers an injury, this can change the entire family. Often siblings and the parents feel the strain financially and emotionally. This is one story of a family’s pain. About Birth Injuries A birth injury is not a birth defect. A birth defect is a
Read MorePreventable Birth Injuries
A birth injury is one suffered by a child during labor or delivery or soon after birth. Birth injuries may range from minor problems such as lacerations or bruising to severe injuries that could prove fatal. Often, there are many preventable birth injuries. About Birth Injuries A birth injury is not a birth defect. A
Read MoreRising Rates of Cerebral Palsy
Researchers are concerned about the rising cerebral palsy rates affecting babies. Cerebral palsy is one of the most common disorders in the United States, affecting around 500,000 people. It is also a very complicated disorder with a number of different types and symptoms. Although it is common, no one knows for sure how exactly an
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