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Obstetrician-gynecologists (OB/GYN), anesthesiologists, labor and delivery nurses, and other medical professionals involved in childbirth need to act quickly to respond to any complications that occur and prevent birth injuries. And one of the most dangerous complications is umbilical cord prolapse (UCP). What is umbilical cord prolapse? Umbilical cord prolapse means the umbilical cord drops through...

The first step toward effective medical treatment is correctly diagnosing the medical condition itself. If doctors don’t know what a patient has, then they can’t even begin to treat it correctly. Hundreds of thousands of patients are harmed by diagnostic errors Yet despite the critical importance of the correct diagnosis, doctors get it wrong far...

Preventable medication errors are a form of medical negligence Hospitals have a legal responsibility to practice safe, effective, evidence-based medicine, and an important part of that responsibility is administering the right medications to patients. Unfortunately, that responsibility isn't always met. A recent study found that in hospitals and long-term care facilities, the rate of medication...

What to expect with this common birth injury Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurological disorder that affects movement, muscle tone, and posture. It is caused by damage to the developing brain, usually before birth. It’s the most common motor disability in childhood, and its symptoms can vary widely. Some children may experience mild issues with...

Before, during, and shortly after birth, a baby's developing brain is incredibly vulnerable. Brain injuries sustained during pregnancy or delivery can have life-altering consequences. Unfortunately, medical negligence is too often the cause. If your child suffered life-altering brain damage, we can help We're participating in Brain Injury Awareness Month this March because we've seen over...

How do forceps and vacuums cause birth injuries? Many birth injuries involve the use of forceps and vacuums during the childbirth delivery process, according to a recent scientific study concerning the high rate of birth injuries in Canada involving forceps and vacuum deliveries. "It's hidden. No one speaks about it because of obvious reasons like...

While strokes after childbirth are typically rare during pregnancy, the postpartum period often comes with potential risks of a stroke. These strokes, which can lead to maternal death, typically include: Hemorrhagic: These are caused by ruptured brain vessels and can lead to brain cell damage. They mainly occur as intracerebral or subarachnoid hemorrhage, often due...

When brain damage is preventable, medical malpractice may be involved. Parents of babies with cerebral palsy often find themselves wondering if certain events during the birthing process or diagnostic procedures could have played a role in their child's birth injury, raising questions about the care provided during these critical moments. Cerebral palsy, a condition often...

Welcoming a new baby is typically a time of great joy, but occasionally, circumstances take an unexpected turn. Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), characterized by heavy bleeding after childbirth, can transform what should be a moment of happiness into a distressing experience. Although legal matters might not be at the forefront of your mind during such challenging...

Birth defects and birth injuries are not the same despite similarities. Knowing the difference between a birth defect and a birth injury is crucial to determine if the cause was medical negligence or another factor. If you suspect that your child's birth injury was a result of medical negligence, it's essential to consult with an...