Developmental Hip Dysplasia
Medical care today has never been better. Still, for the new parent, one must be aware of serious neonatal conditions that can arise. Developmental Hip Dysplasia is a dislocation of the leg and...
View ArticleJury awards $1.8 million in Brachial Plexus Injury
Brachial plexus injuries occur during difficult births when a newborn’s shoulder becomes lodged in the birth canal. In one case, a jury awarded $1.8 million in damages to the plaintiffs stemming from...
View Article$10 Million Awarded in Volusia County Birth Injury Lawsuit
EVAC Ambulance Service has been found at fault for alleged injuries which occurred seven years ago to a Volusia County boy. The morning of September 21, 2003, a woman experiencing premature labor...
View ArticleStudy:Failure to Diagnose or Misdiagnose a Monthly Medical Mistake?
Pediatricians try to ensure child safety. But a new study states pediatricians admittedly misdiagnose a child once or twice a month. Common mistaken diagnoses include the following, some of which...
View ArticleFlorida Doctor Faces Medical Negligence Suit in Teen’s Death
A South Florida physician is facing allegations his actions led to the death of a Weston, Florida teenager in 2003. Dr. Sohail Punjwani who was admonished by the Food and Drug Administration for his...
View ArticlePaxil Settles Over 200 Lawsuits Involving Birth Defects
The makers of Paxil have settled almost 200 lawsuits in which the antidepressant is claimed to have caused birth defects. The terms are being kept confidential. In the majority of the cases, infants...
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