Bringing a child into the world should be a joyous occasion, but complications during delivery can result in serious birth injuries. One such complication is shoulder dystocia birth injury, a condition that occurs when a baby’s shoulder becomes lodged behind the mother’s pelvic bone during delivery. If not properly managed, this can lead to severe injuries for both the...
Continue ReadingLearning that you have been misdiagnosed with lymphoma can be devastating. If you or someone you love was recently misdiagnosed with lymphoma, you may be able to hold the doctor and medical professionals liable. Proving a medical misdiagnosis claim can be challenging, so you can significantly benefit from the help of an experienced Maryland medical misdiagnosis attorney. To get in...
Continue ReadingWhen you or a loved one must receive care in the intensive care unit (ICU), we understand the stress and concern you face. ICU care, while often life-saving, can come with multiple risks. Many patients and their families are unaware of the potential for complications of ICU care and their right to recover damages when a healthcare provider makes...
Continue ReadingVacuum extraction is a common obstetric procedure used when a baby needs assistance moving through the birth canal. While often successful, it carries risks that can result in serious birth injuries. If your child suffered harm due to a vacuum used during birth, you may have legal options to pursue justice through vacuum extraction lawsuits. In Maryland and across...
Continue ReadingLosing a loved one is devastating. The pain is even more profound when someone else’s misconduct causes their death. At Brockstedt Mandalas & Federico, we understand the emotional and financial turmoil you are facing. You are likely asking many questions, including, who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Baltimore? Our experienced and award-winning legal team can answer these...
Continue ReadingThere are telltale signs of a bowel injury after surgery, including severe pain and a high fever. If you suspect you or someone you love might have a bowel injury after undergoing surgery, it is first and foremost important that you seek immediate emergency medical attention. Left untreated, a bowel injury can be deadly. If you find yourself on...
Continue ReadingMedical malpractice can result in serious injury or death. If you have been a victim of medical malpractice, you may wonder, “how much is the average medical malpractice settlement?” It is difficult to determine the average settlement amount for medical malpractice cases because every case is unique. Indeed, the amount of compensation a patient may receive depends on various...
Continue ReadingAnesthesia is a necessary part of many surgical procedures. But it comes with inherent risks, many resulting from human error and mistakes. Whether you woke from surgery with blatant injuries or a nagging suspicion that something just wasn’t right, you should know your rights to anesthesia errors after suffering from anesthesia malpractice. What Is Anesthesia? Anesthesia is the use...
Continue ReadingYour brain is the ultimate control center for your body, affecting movement, coordination, memory, emotions, and everything in between. Even minor head and brain injuries can affect brain function. Additionally, an untreated brain injury can cause further disruption and affect the likelihood of recovery for the victim. If you or a loved one have an untreated brain injury, seek...
Continue ReadingRecovering from a C-section is a time when many new mothers look forward to bonding with their baby and healing. But complications like internal bleeding can quickly turn that time into a frightening experience. If you or a loved one faced this kind of unexpected complication after a C-section, you’re likely searching for answers: Was it preventable? Could something...
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