Sometimes, mistakes can be corrected. Medical errors are often more serious, but some of those can be remedied with proper treatment. A hysterectomy prevents a woman from ever giving birth to more children, and it is irreversible. While some hysterectomies are medically necessary through no fault of your physician, others result from medical negligence.
Along with the expenses and physical pain from this surgical procedure, patients can also suffer emotionally. Your eligible damages will probably be quite high, but that does not mean you will receive everything you are entitled to from the insurer. When you choose one of our…
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As the most common childhood motor disability, cerebral palsy(CP) is a brain disorder that affects muscle control. It can cause speech, vision, intellectual, and hearing impairments. Although some cases of CP are genetic, others result from birth injuries and are, therefore, preventable. While the symptoms differ and can change throughout life, there is no cure for cerebral palsy.
Various adaptive equipment and technologies may be required to help those with CP. The costs of these aids can be extremely high, but if your child’s CP resulted from negligent medical care, a skilled Chicago, IL birth injuries lawyer can…
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If you have a newborn, your pediatrician, family, and friends will soon be asking about whether your baby smiles yet, can hold her or his head up independently, rolls over, or can accomplish many other significant developmental milestones. You probably plan to keep track of the first time these momentous events occur. But what if the anticipated time passes and your baby still cannot sit, stand, walk, or speak? 
Could these missed milestones indicate a birth injury that went unnoticed until now? Can you still seek compensation? A skilled Chicago, IL birth injury attorney can assess your eligibility for…
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Monitoring a fetus during pregnancy, labor, and delivery can give your medical team advance notice of any problems that arise. Early warning enables the possibility of intervening in many cases, potentially saving the baby from preventable harm or death. Unfortunately, improper monitoring can cause birth injuries that have permanent consequences.
What kinds of fetal monitoring are standard practice? What birth injuries could result from improper monitoring? If you believe your child was harmed by improper fetal monitoring, a knowledgeable Chicago, IL birth injury attorney can help you get the compensation you deserve.
What Types of Fetal Monitoring Should Be Performed?
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Childbirth and welcoming a new baby into the world can be a joyous occasion. Unfortunately, mothers and infants can experience injuries during pregnancy, labor, or delivery that can darken that joy. While some injuries are unavoidable, many are caused by medical negligence, making them preventable.
What are the most common maternal and birth injuries? How do you know if medical negligence was involved? A knowledgeable Cook County, IL birth injury attorney can assess your situation and help you explore your legal options.
What Common Childbirth Issues Can Lead to Injuries?
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Expectant mothers today can schedule childbirth, either by C-section or labor induction using Pitocin. This synthetic hormone, which is similar to naturally produced oxytocin, may also be used if a mother’s labor is not progressing as it should. When administered correctly, Pitocin is a valuable aid. However, Pitocin misuse can severely harm both mother and child.
What complications can Pitocin cause? How do I know if my or my child’s birth injuries were caused by Pitocin misuse? Working with a competent Chicago, IL birth injury lawyer greatly increases your chances of a successful outcome for your compensation claim.  
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You might be aware that if you need a blood transfusion, your blood type needs to be matched to ensure that your body will accept the new blood. Along with the major blood groups A, B, AB, and O, the Rh factor must also be considered. Your Rh factor is either positive or negative, and a transfusion of the wrong kind of blood can cause severe issues. During pregnancy, the mother’s and baby’s blood usually remain separated, but they could be mixed in some circumstances.
What if a mother’s blood is Rh-negative, but her unborn child has a positive Rh…
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Did you know that cerebral palsy (CP) is the leading cause of U.S. childhood disabilities? CP is an umbrella term for various neurological disorders that inhibit muscle coordination and control, affecting body movement to varying degrees. Children with CP are permanently disabled, although these conditions do not worsen as time passes. The severity of cerebral palsy varies, from causing minor issues to requiring life-long specialized care.
Some cases of cerebral palsy are due to natural causes, such as maternal infections during pregnancy and genetic abnormalities. However, in many cases, cerebral palsy is due to a birth injury. Doctors and other…
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Whether they occur naturally or with reproductive assistance, multiple pregnancies are more common than you might think. Twins, triplets, and even more siblings sharing a womb have known risks that the mother’s healthcare provider should be aware of. Some fetal deaths are not preventable, but others are caused by negligent doctors and midwives who can also harm a surviving fetus.
If a physician’s negligence harmed you or your children, a compassionate Chicago, IL birth injury attorney can help you hold him accountable. Medical malpractice cases are complex, requiring in-depth knowledge and skill. Call today to arrange your complimentary case review.
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The length of a human pregnancy is measured in weeks. A birth between 37 and 40 weeks is considered full-term, and births occurring at less than 37 weeks are deemed premature. A baby’s body continues developing throughout the entire pregnancy, and premature birth can result in multiple health issues due to underdeveloped organs and systems. Physicians may be able to delay a birth to give the baby more time in the womb.
What if my doctor did nothing to prevent premature birth? What kinds of health issues do premature babies experience? A knowledgeable Chicago, IL birth injury lawyer from Birth…
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For couples who have trouble conceiving without reproductive assistance, fertility treatments and medications can offer a precious chance at parenthood. Unfortunately, this science that increases the likelihood of pregnancy can also lead to birth injuries, such as cerebral palsy.
If my child suffered birth injuries after my fertility treatments, is it medical malpractice? How do I know if I qualify for compensation? Schedule a free case review with one of our skilled Chicago, IL birth injuries lawyers today to learn more.
Common Fertility Options
With today’s medicine, there are several fertility options for couples to consider:

• Intrauterine insemination: Sperm

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Labor is a necessary step for most childbirths, but it can involve complications that may endanger both the mother and child. Prolonged labor is such a condition, and experienced obstetricians and midwives should realize the risks and act to protect mothers and their unborn babies. When these professionals are negligent in their duties and birth injuries occur, you may be eligible for compensation.
What are the dangers of prolonged labor? How do you know if you qualify to file a medical malpractice claim? The caring Chicago lawyers from Birth Injury Law Alliance, Ltd. can answer your questions and help you…
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An expectant mother’s body undergoes multiple changes during her pregnancy. While some of these changes are normal, others can pose dangers to the woman and her unborn child. Gestational diabetes is a condition that can develop, usually during the second or third trimester. If undiagnosed and untreated, this condition has the potential to cause serious maternal and birth injuries.
What is gestational diabetes, and what harm can it cause? Can I sue if my doctor missed it? The knowledgeable Chicago lawyers at Birth Injury Law Alliance, Ltd. can explain your legal options during your free consultation.
What Is Gestational Diabetes?
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