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What to Look for In Your Houston Medical Malpractice Lawyer

  Imagine this: You go to the doctor and expect to receive the care you deserve to get better from any injury or condition you may have. When things go wrong, though, and the medical professional causes more harm than good, the patient may need to seek legal representation in order to seek justice for…
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Understanding Medication Errors

  While many of the medical malpractice cases derive from direct physical actions at the hands of a medical professional, medication errors are a real problem that is experienced by thousands of Americans each year. Unfortunately, this type of error can cause serious problems that can cause harm to any patient who is at risk.…
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Most Common Causes of Birth Injuries

  It’s unfortunate, but there are countless situations in which babies are injured at the hands of a negligent obstetrician or other medical professional. Birth injuries are quite common and there are a number of potential causes. The damages sustained often vary based the exact cause and when the baby sustained the damage. Below, our…
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Common Reasons Doctors Make Diagnosis Mistakes

  One of the errors that can be made by a doctor when treating a patient is a diagnosis mistake. This is a serious problem as patients are expecting their medical professional to inform them of their illness or condition. Patients go into hospitals when they are hurt or dealing with a condition. If they…
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What Causes Cerebral Palsy at Birth?

  In infants, cerebral palsy is the result of a brain injury or brain malformation that occurs before, during, or right after birth, when an infant’s brain is most vulnerable. The impact it may have on a child depends on the severity of the injury and where the damage occurred. Some doctors and scientists also…
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Texas Ranks as Highest Maternal Mortality Rate in Developed World

  For a state that offers world-class medicine, and is home to the Houston Medical Center, Texas should be profoundly ashamed of its ranking in a very important index of obstetrical care. According to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Texas has the highest maternal mortality rate in the developed world. You read that…