If you are reading this article, you may already know that the statute of limitations is the period of time within which a lawsuit must be filed. If a lawsuit is not filed within the period prescribed by the applicable statute of limitations, it is invalid and will be dismissed. […]
Category: Medical Malpractice
Yes. You could sue a hospital if you or a loved one were misdiagnosed or received improper medical treatment that led to a stroke. A stroke is the partial death of the brain due to a sudden disruption of oxygen supply. The condition can be draining for the patient and devastate […]
Medical malpractice is rampant throughout the State of Florida. What makes matters worse is that the State of Florida does not require doctors and other medical to carry medical malpractice insurance. Consequently, most doctors and medical providers “go bare,” meaning that they do not carry malpractice insurance. These doctors believe […]
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Jun
2020
Many parents describe the day of their child’s birth as the happiest of their lives, filled with joy at the prospect of raising their newborn to become a successful member of society. In some cases, however, it becomes clear as their child grows that there is something not quite right […]
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Jul
2019
Babies who have suffered birth injuries, such as brain or shoulder injuries, may benefit from occupational therapy (OT). If you are considering OT for your baby because he or she was injured at birth, you should talk to an experienced Miami personal injury lawyer about your family’s legal options. If […]
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Jul
2019
If your baby was injured at any stage of your pregnancy, a careless doctor or hospital may be at fault. If your baby’s injuries were caused by the negligent actions of a healthcare provider, such as an OB-GYN, nurse, or clinic, your family could be entitled to financial compensation. For […]
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Jul
2019
Some babies who have suffered from traumatic brain or head injuries may benefit from a type of medical treatment known as craniosacral therapy (CST). However, if performed incorrectly, craniosacral therapy can exacerbate old injuries – or cause new ones. If your baby was injured while undergoing CST, or now requires […]
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Jun
2019
Undergoing surgery or any medical procedure often has some risks associated with it. Childbirth is a medical procedure, but it is also a natural phenomenon. Babies need to be born in order to come into this world, and many people are willing to accept that this sometimes comes with complications […]
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Jun
2019
Childbirth can be a difficult process. The strain on the mother and the baby could be higher if you face certain health complications or if the baby is in a bad position, such as if the child is in the breech position or has their umbilical cord wrapped around their […]
There is a distinction between a complication and negligence. Pregnancy itself is fraught with natural complications which are unavoidable, but negligence involves a breach in the standard of care by the medical professionals who’ve been trusted to provide a safe delivery. Complications themselves are not medical malpractice, but the following […]