Prolonged labor refers to a childbirth session that goes longer than medical professionals expect. When this type of labor occurs, a number of situations can arise that create the potential for brain damage or birth injury for the newborn. It is vitally important that doctors recognize a prolonged labor as it is happening and respond...
Read More About How Prolonged Labor can Result in Infant Brain DamageWhile some people believe that a civil claim can be filed for just about anything, in reality there is a great deal to consider before filing a suit. Medical malpractice claims in Chicago can be particularly difficult to prove, which makes it important to think about all the options available before filing such a claim....
Read More About Can I File a Malpractice Claim for a Congenital Heart Defect?Slip and falls are the most common type of accident and make up the majority of general incidents both in the home and the workplace. While minor slip and falls might not be a major issue, they can be very dangerous. In the US, nearly 32,000 deaths in 2014 were due to slip and falls,...
Read More About Easy Ways to Avoid Slip and Fall Fatalities1. Unnecessary Double Mastectomy A woman in Long Island, NY filed a lawsuit alleging surgical malpractice after she underwent a double mastectomy for apparently no good reason. According to reports, the medical lab had cut corners and mislabeled her tissue sample. The medical tech responsible for the error no longer works for the lab. As...
Read More About 4 Tragic Yet Avoidable Surgical MistakesSlip and fall accidents are among the most common sources of personal injuries, often resulting in broken bones, sprains, and torn muscles or ligaments. These kinds of accidents are even more common in the Chicago winter, when sidewalks, roads, and building interiors become treacherous due to snow, ice, and slush. Simply slipping and falling is...
Read More About ‘Tis the Season for Slips and FallsConfused about insurance coverage and liability when it comes to Uber drivers and taxis? You are not alone. But the situation is actually quite a bit simpler than it might seem. Over the past few years, Uber and its competitors have taken steps to ensure passengers and drivers who use their service, as well as...
Read More About Uber Drivers and Insurance: What You Should KnowInjuries on a sidewalk can be quite serious, usually resulting from a slip or fall, and may cause lacerations, bruising, and broken bones. In Chicago, these types of accidents often happen due to poor weather or sidewalks that have sustained damage over time due to extreme winters and improper upkeep. Most sidewalks are maintained by...
Read More About Where the Sidewalk Ends and Premises Liability BeginsThe safety of vacuum extraction depends a great deal upon how it is performed and the particular situation in which a Chicago-area doctor suggests using it as an option during childbirth. In general, the risks are quite similar to those faced in standard childbirth, though typically at a somewhat higher rate. There is also the...
Read More About Is Vacuum Extraction During Childbirth a Safe Option?Construction sites are among the most dangerous places to work in America, accounting for more workplace injuries than any other type of business. Chicago construction sites are no exception and proper procedures must be taken by employers to ensure their employees are able to work safely without fear of personal injury or fatality while trying...
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