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A woman overwhelmed with emotion cradles her newborn baby in her arms after childbirth.

What is Uterine Tachysystole? Can it Harm the Baby?

Most mothers who’ve gone through labor want it to be over pronto! But it’s actually harmful for contractions to come on too fast and too strong. When that happens, the woman might be suffering from uterine tachysystole–and suffering’s a good word for it.  With this condition, contractions can be very painful and long. There may…

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How to File a Medical Negligence Claim

It’s infuriating when you contract a service but don’t get what you pay for. You might complain to the company in question. But what about medical services? Can you file a complaint against your doctor for “bad service”? In some cases, you can. It’s called a medical negligence claim. What is Medical Negligence? Who decides…

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Mother in tears after traumatic birth.

Birth Trauma Can Lead to a Traumatic Birth Injury

Before they light up our lives with their gummy little grins, babies have to make an entrance into the world. Most are able to do so with no incident. For others, it’s a struggle. Some are victims of birth trauma, which can have lasting physical effects on both mother and child.  A traumatic birth injury…

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Do I Need a Medical Malpractice Expert Witness?

If you want to win a medical malpractice case, hiring a medical malpractice expert witness is likely essential. This expert can provide their “2 cents” on why malpractice is to blame for your injury. But these 2 cents could end up being worth much more when you emerge triumphant from the trial.  Are you thinking…

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Mother's C-section scar.

Internal Bleeding After C-section: A Consequence of Malpractice?

Some blood loss after a Cesarean section is normal. Severe internal bleeding after C-section is not. This dangerous condition occurs in 1 to 5 in 100 women who give birth (March of Dimes).  What causes a woman to lose so much blood after a C-section? Could it be a doctor’s fault? Stay with us to…

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Doctor stressed because of medical malpractice mistake.

Medical Malpractice Vs Negligence

Pobody’s nerfect. Oh, excuse us–it’s “nobody’s perfect.” Everyone makes mistakes. But a medical mistake can have much greater consequences than a typo. In “legalese”, those errors are classified as medical malpractice and negligence. Have you been injured because of a doctor’s mistake? You’re probably wondering which “bucket” your case belongs in. It’s helpful to know…

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Woman experiencing abdominal pain.

Postpartum Hemorrhage

When it comes to having a child, the doctor and mother both focus a lot of care on pregnancy and delivery. They prioritize prenatal care to ensure the baby gets earthside with little to no complications. Prenatal care is very important – but so is postnatal. There are many issues that can arise after labor…

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A link between cancer and uterine cancer has emerged.

Hair Relaxer Cancer Cases

As more evidence of the link between hair relaxers and cancer emerges, manufacturers of these products are facing lawsuits. Were you or a loved one diagnosed with cancer caused by hair straightening products? If so, you may be entitled to a settlement. Contact us today to find out if you have a case, obligation-free. Keep…

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Lawyer prepares malpractice settlement paperwork.

How A Medical Malpractice Settlement Works

A cold, unfamiliar room with silent, serious on-lookers. Desks scattered with file folders, exhibits, and documents. Strange words and phrases that you don’t understand fill your ears. You’re in a courtroom, as the plaintiff in a medical malpractice case. Will this be your future? Your doctor failed you, so you have to take them to…

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Mother holds baby immediately after birth.

Birth Injury Settlements: When, Why, & How Much?

It’s all about the money! That’s the top priority for insurance companies representing doctors in birth injury lawsuits. They’ll do anything to avoid paying out birth injury settlements. But for parents, their baby’s health and wellbeing is the priority, not money. However, monetary compensation is what they need and deserve to give their baby a…

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