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Babies born to mothers with preeclampsia can suffer severe complications. Those complications can even be fatal when doctors don’t diagnose and treat them in time. In this article, we’ll dive into what preeclampsia is, and how preeclampsia affects the baby.  What is Preeclampsia? High Blood Pressure? Preeclampsia is a high blood pressure condition that affects…

We celebrate and anticipate birth so much, we often forget – it’s risky business. Pain and blood loss are inevitable. And hemorrhaging after birth, though rare, is possible.  Below, we’ll explain what postpartum hemorrhaging is and how it happens. We’ll also tell you what you need to sue a doctor when negligence leads to hemorrhaging.…

“What you don’t know can’t hurt you” That certainly doesn’t apply to undiagnosed preeclampsia. If you have preeclampsia, you need to know. Your life and your baby’s life could depend on it.  In this article, we’ll dive into the key facts about preeclampsia, and what happens if the doctor leaves preeclampsia undiagnosed and untreated.  What’s…

Pursuing a malpractice claim? You might wonder what the average malpractice settlement amount is in the U.S., or in your state. And what’s the average malpractice settlement for cases similar to yours?  Take a look at the following statistics to see what you might be able to gain from your claim. Prefer to discuss your…

Side Effects of Pitocin, Used to Stimulate Uterine Contractions or Induce Labor “We need to induce labor”. When a doctor says those words to a pregnant woman, what follows is often a dose of Pitocin, used to stimulate contractions and cause labor induction. While it’s useful for inducing labor, the side effects of Pitocin are…

Uterine rupture is rare. It occurs in less than 1% (0.07%) of pregnancies. But when it does happen, the consequences can be life-threatening. This is why it’s important to know the signs of uterine rupture.  Below, we’ll give you an overview of this dangerous medical emergency. We’ll also discuss what legal steps you can take…