Monthly Archives: July 2019
What you should know about Fetal Failure to Diagnose Cases
Almost six long years after a botched reading of her ultrasound, a mother child got justice in their fetal failure to diagnose claim against a negligent obstetrician-gynecologist. According to a June 10, 2019 article from Property Casualty 360, which reports on trends in the insurance industry, the case involved a misdiagnosis of Downs Syndrome…. Read More »
Top Defective Medical Devices for 2019
The year is just half over, but the number of defective products on the Food and Drug Administration’s list of 2019 Medical Device Recalls is already alarmingly high. The FDA maintains an annual register for all medical products that were recalled due to dangerous defects, either by the manufacturer or government officials. On average,… Read More »
What Florida Parents Need to Know About Use of Forceps During Delivery
For decades, forceps have been used in connection with vaginal deliveries to help guide the baby out of the birth canal. Still, the device is somewhat controversial, and has been associated with increased risk of birth injuries. A Florida birth injury attorney can provide more information if you or your baby was harmed through… Read More »
Watch for the Key Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
There’s nothing more upsetting than finding out that an elderly loved one has suffered injuries or other harm due to nursing home abuse, neglect, or exploitation. You will most certainly file a report with the Florida Department of Children and Families regarding mistreatment, which could lead to fines, criminal charges, and other penalties. However,… Read More »
Erb’s Palsy: What Florida Parents Need to Know
Medical errors during delivery can put both mother and infant at risk of serious injuries, and one of the most common forms of birth injury is Erb’s Palsy. Though it’s often a treatable condition, this medical condition is costly and can limit your child’s natural development. You have rights as a parent if your… Read More »
Who are Potential Parties in a Florida Medical Malpractice Case?
According to Medical News Today, an online source reporting on the latest developments in medicine, there are an estimated 15,000 to 19,000 medical malpractice lawsuits against health care providers every year. While the numbers may be shocking, they also raise questions regarding the defendants in these cases. Who is being sued? What is the… Read More »