If your baby suffered shoulder dystocia or another birth injury because of medical negligence, you might be contemplating your legal options by researching the condition, whether it constitutes medical malpractice, and whether you need a lawyer. It can feel overwhelming and daunting. In this article, we provide a brief overview of what you should know...
According to the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD) is rare and occurs only in 1 out of 250 pregnancies. However, that does not make the consequences any less devastating if it happens to you or someone you know. Cephalopelvic disproportion occurs when a baby’s head or body is too large to fit...
Pathology errors can play a significant role in cancer misdiagnosis lawsuits. Beyond that and more importantly, pathology and laboratory errors can have serious consequences on cancer patients’ lives. As with almost any medical test, results cannot be expected to be 100% accurate at all times. However, a pathology test or reading error can be distressing...
When you are facing something as invasive and scary as cancer, you are quite literally trusting your life and well-being to your doctor and medical care team. Suffering additional injuries due to a chemotherapy medication error can, therefore, be devastating both physically and emotionally. If you believe you or someone you love has been hurt...
Construction is an inherently dangerous industry, but many injuries are avoidable with reasonable care. Nearly 1 in 5 workplace deaths occurred in the construction industry in 2021. Just over one-third of those construction deaths were due to falls, slips, and trips. Knowing this, it is important to understand who is responsible to keep a construction...
With over 38,000 miles of roadways, New Jersey is home to the third-largest public transit system in the country. According to U.S. Census data, approximately 11% of people in New Jersey utilize public transport, excluding taxis, which puts the state at the number four spot for the most used public transit system in the nation....
When we rent an Airbnb, we expect to receive safe and comfortable lodging that provides a home base for our adventures in a new city. Unfortunately, some Airbnb operators may not maintain their properties to a standard that protects you from harm and injury. If you suffered injuries during a stay at an Airbnb, you...
Realizing your privacy has been violated can make a victim feel powerless, vulnerable, and angry. These are all valid feelings. You have a legal right to privacy in places that should be private such as restrooms, locker rooms, changing rooms, and similar facilities. Restroom hidden cameras are never acceptable under any circumstance and violate both...
According to the American Society for the Positive Care of Children, 20% of students in grades 9 through 12 have experienced bullying, and 30% of students admit to bullying. The numbers are staggering and scary. Bullying has increased exponentially with more and younger children accessing the internet, phones, and social media. This blog discusses five...
Yes, medical malpractice can sometimes cause cerebral palsy. Sadly, a doctor’s negligence can sometimes be the cause of severe and irreparable harm. If you believe a doctor’s negligence during birth caused a loved one to develop cerebral palsy, you may have a cerebral palsy malpractice case. Cerebral palsy is a disabling condition that affects a...