Can Birth Injuries Be Prevented?
The birth of a child should be a moment of joy, but when a birth injury occurs, families are left with questions about whether it could have been avoided. While some injuries are unavoidable due to natural complications, others result from preventable errors. Obstetricians, medical providers, and parents each play a crucial...
The Role of Medical Professionals in Preventing Birth Injuries
Medical professionals are an integral part of helping to prevent birth injuries. They provide comprehensive prenatal care to mothers and infants and, with their skills and experience, help ensure that nothing goes awry in the birth process.
Careless medical professionals whose care deviates from the appropriate standard of...
What to Expect for Settlements and Verdicts in Birth Injury Cases
When your child suffers a birth injury, it can be an overwhelming and heartbreaking experience. As parents, you're likely filled with questions and concerns about your child's future and how to provide the best care possible. At Simeone & Miller, LLP, we understand the emotional and financial challenges you’re facing. When...
Birth Injuries & Medical Malpractice: What Parents Should Know
When complications during a delivery result in birth injuries, it can be devastating for families. Birth injuries can stem from various medical errors, leading to long-term consequences for the child. Parents need to recognize the signs of these injuries and understand their potential causes. This guide aims to shed light on the...
How to Choose the Right Lawyer for Your Birth Injury Case
When medical negligence leads to birth injuries, families are left facing heartbreaking challenges. If your child has suffered harm during birth, you may have the right to pursue compensation and accountability from the medical professionals to blame. Selecting the right lawyer for your birth injury case is critical to the outcome...
6 Most Common Birth Injuries
Birth injuries can have a significant impact on a child's future and a family's well-being. It is important for parents to be aware of the common types of these injuries, as this knowledge can help them identify potential risks early and seek intervention if needed. From conditions such as cerebral palsy...
How to Prove Fault in Cases of Birth Injuries
Birth injuries can lead to devastating and long-term impairment, considerable financial stress, and deep emotional challenges for those affected. When a medical provider’s carelessness is to blame, they can be held responsible through a malpractice claim. However, in Washington, D.C., proving their fault requires meeting a high legal standard. Here’s what you...