What Counts as Medical Malpractice?
Medical errors account for a significant number of deaths in the United States. In 2016, researchers at Johns Hopkins University estimated that over 250,000 Americans died as a result of a medical error, making it the third-leading cause of death. Despite that high figure, it is not easy to […]
How Can a CP Lawyer Help Me?
If you take care of a child with cerebral palsy, or CP, then you understand how emotionally, physically and mentally challenging this lifetime commitment can be for you and your child. CP, which affects about 17 million people worldwide, is a physical disability that impacts your child’s posture […]
What Causes Cerebral Palsy?Cerebral palsy is caused by genetic mutations and sometimes by preventable delivery complications. It is possible for medical negligence to cause this type of injury. Cerebral palsy can be caused by difficult labor that decreases the flow of oxygen to the brain, head trauma, meningitis and infection. The brain […]
Cerebral Palsy – What’s the Difference Between Compensatory and Punitive Damages in a Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit?
Cerebral palsy, or CP, is an expensive medical condition without a current cure. It’s estimated that a family will spend around $1 million on treatment for CP over the course of a child’s life, which is about five times as […]
Medical Malpractice – What Documents Should I Give to My Attorney for a Medical Malpractice Case?
When you or a family member gets misdiagnosed, injured or hurt because of a medical provider’s negligence, you may not know how to proceed. You can take legal action against the responsible – or irresponsible – party, but you’ll need […]
