Brain injuries are severe and potentially catastrophic, regardless of a person’s age. However, in children, these injuries are often far more devastating due to the fact that they are still in the developmental stages of life. In some cases, a child’s brain can continue to develop without any negative effects, but in other cases, a […]
Cerebral palsy is a common type of birth injury that affects muscle movement, coordination and, in some cases, vision, hearing, and sensation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this condition affects about 1.5 out to 5 out of every 1,000 children worldwide. This condition can vary from person to person, ranging […]
HOW TO SPOT THE EARLY SIGNS OF BIRTH INJURIES IN BABIES I still remember the feelings of excitement and anxiety the day our first child was born, we were blessed with a healthy son. While many deliveries go smoothly and without complication, others can be prolonged or encounter problems due to a failure of the […]
Generally, when we pay a visit to the doctor, we expect to receive proper care and treatment that will not endanger our health and wellbeing. Unfortunately, this is not always the case and patients sometimes sustain injuries as a result of substandard medical care that, in some cases, result in fatalities. If you or a […]
Before you undergo a surgical procedure or medical treatment, your doctor must inform you of any of the risks involved. You can accept the risks and proceed, or you can decline to move forward after having a chance to weigh the risks against the potential benefits you might receive. In medical and legal terminology, this […]
Spinal cord injuries are considered catastrophic, given the life-altering impact they produce. However, not all spinal cord injuries are exactly alike and, therefore, are classified by levels, according to where the injury occurs along the spinal column. Generally, spinal cord injuries fit into one of two categories – complete and incomplete. While spinal cord injuries […]
After waiting nine long months to meet your newborn baby, generally, your only hope is for him or her to be born healthy. Unfortunately, sometimes the negligent actions of a medical professional can crush this hope, resulting in injuries to your newborn baby. While some of these injuries are minor, others can be more severe […]
Catastrophic injuries fall under the umbrella of personal injury law, but these types of injuries are unlike other types of personal injuries due to the severe and often permanent nature of them. On the other hand, other personal injuries are generally not permanent and victims are typically able to achieve a full recovery. Catastrophic injuries […]
Most motor vehicle accidents are caused by human error and are largely preventable. Unfortunately, no matter how skilled a driver you might be, you can still encounter negligent drivers on the road, which can ultimately result in an accident. This can cost you time and money in car repairs and, in many cases, serious injuries […]
A vast array of issues can arise from a brain injury, which is why these types of injuries should always be treated seriously and examined by a medical professional. Even if you initially feel fine after sustaining a brain injury, always be sure to make health care an immediate priority to ensure that your condition […]
