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Negligence Cause A Birth Defect? Consider Filing A Birth Defect Lawsuit

Expecting parents shouldn’t have to worry about filing a lawsuit over a birth defect.  But each year, 3 percent of all babies born in the US have a birth defect of some sort. (Source: CDC) And some of those defects are caused by negligence. Pregnancy is both the most exciting and nerve-racking time in many…

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6 Common Types Of Medical Malpractice | What Injuries To Watch Out For

Medical malpractice occurs more often than it should. In fact, about 250,000 people die each year due to medical malpractice. And that doesn’t even take into account the number of people who escape death, but still suffer from an unnecessary injury or illness. That’s why we think it’s important to openly talk about the different…

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Brain Injury Lawsuits & How Physicians Can Do Better

The brain is responsible for handling our thoughts, movements, memories, imagination, and emotions, among countless other things. You know, all of the characteristics that help define us as unique human beings. Being the epicenter of operations, it’s easy to see why the brain is sometimes referred to as the “Crown Jewel” of the body. Because the…

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Can I Sue My Doctor for Not Helping Me?

My doctor won’t help me. Why? “It’s all in your head.” “You’re too young to be having those symptoms.” “There isn’t anything else we can do for you.” “It’s just stress.” If you’ve heard those words (or similar) from your doctor, you’re probably frustrated and looking for answers. You may even be wondering, “Can I…

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Do I Have A Medical Malpractice Case & How Do I Sue For Malpractice? [DEEP-DIVE Q&A]

Right now you have questions to ask and answers to weigh — do I have a malpractice case? How do I know if I have a medical malpractice case? And if  I have a malpractice case, well what then? Do I sue? And how? In this guide we’re going to take a deep dive into how…

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Your Birth Injury Claim — Get Justice

It’s hard to think of a more exciting yet simultaneously terrifying experience, than the birth of your child. You’re carrying a precious life within you. You’d do anything to make sure your baby is healthy and safe. Which is why you have to be prepared for anything. Introduction While our medical system is better than…

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Famous Medical Malpractice Cases

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. Trevor Noah recently filed a lawsuit…

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What are the Most Commonly Misdiagnosed Conditions?

When we visit the doctor’s office, we expect them to know what our conditions represent. If we experience a lump in our body parts, have a rash on our skin, or feel a strange soreness in our joints, the doctors are responsible for taking the time to understand the symptoms and properly diagnose them. Unfortunately,…

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4 “Never Events” That Could Give Rise to Medical Malpractice Claims

When you walk into a hospital, you expect the physicians and doctors to be well trained and know the proper procedures. You place your trust in them, expecting them to know how to best care for your health. Doctors need to go through extensive schooling and training before they can help patients.

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Texas woman sues over botched hysterectomy

  There are many reasons why a Houston woman might need to get a hysterectomy. The procedure, which removes a woman’s uterus, is sometimes necessary for those suffering from endometriosis, uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, uterine prolapse or certain types of cancer. After the surgery is performed, recovery generally takes about three to six weeks, and the…

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