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Are botched C-sections a problem in our modern medical industry? Are they actually necessary, what are the risks, and what should you do if your C-section goes wrong? Let’s talk about that. Cesarean section births have skyrocketed in the US, from roughly 7% of all births in 1990, to over an alarming 30% today…

Life is a journey. With each stage of our lives, we’re faced with new situations we haven’t learned how to navigate. When you find yourself in the middle of a legal situation, it can feel a bit scary. You probably know contacting a lawyer is a good idea, but what about the rest?

If you believe you’ve been mistreated by your doctor, you might ask yourself, “Can I sue my doctor for malpractice? Do I have a case? And if I do, how do I go about it?” Today, the attorneys of Hampton & King are talking about bringing a doctor to court and getting compensation for…

Doctors don’t lie, right? Hospitals never hide mistakes, do they? Here’s the situation. You made it home. Five long days in the hospital, and home was the only thing you could think of. But suddenly there’s a sharp pain in your stomach. It’s unlike anything you’ve ever felt before. You wrack your brain…”Did I…

Medical Malpractice Facts You’re reading about medical malpractice facts for a reason. It may be because: The hospital treated you or a loved one negligently. Or you may be wondering if you have a medical malpractice case. If that sounds like you, or if you’re interested in malpractice for some other reason, here’s 12…

It’s easy to look at famous people and think they have it all. Looks, fame, money, and status. Who doesn’t want that? But look past the shiny exterior, and of course, they’re human like everyone else. Human beings face illness, family difficulties, and sometimes even tragedy. Celebrities are no exception.

“I want to sue the hospital. But how? And can I win?” It’s a reasonable ask in many cases. And in those cases, the answer is yes: You can sue your hospital. And win. This typically takes 7 steps or so: Check your statute of limitations. Determine who to sue and why. Set up a free…

What No Family Should Experience Every day in the Houston area, children run and tumble on school playgrounds. Recess is a time for kids to be kids. Releasing their pent up energy, kicking around a ball or two, or maybe even playing make believe. Every once in a while though, things get out of…

Cerebral palsy is a term that describes a group of movement disorders that result from damage to areas of the brain responsible for muscle and motor control. A non-progressive disease, cerebral palsy can create a lifetime of physical limitations, and can range in severity depending on how severely the brain was damaged.

Birth injuries have the potential to alter the lives of families in profound and permanent ways. Apart from injuries sustained by newborns – including brain damage, cerebral palsy, and injuries resulting from C-sections – mothers can also suffer serious injuries when medical professionals fail to provide an acceptable standard of care.