Few life experiences are as joyous and fulfilling as becoming a parent. However, this joy can be muted if your little one sustains an injury at birth. If your baby sustains brain injury at birth due to negligence, you may pursue compensation from the liable party via...
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What kind of heart damage can a car crash cause?
Most people don’t associate damage to the heart with a car crash. However, whether you were in another car, riding a bike or walking, being struck by a vehicle can bruise the heart muscle if someone suffers a blow to the chest. The bruise is called a myocardial...
What are some risks for southern Louisiana drivers?
Drivers in southern Louisiana face all sorts of hazards while they’re on the roadways. In fact, Louisiana has the dubious distinction of being in the top 10 for most dangerous roads in this country and the worst road quality. In Louisiana, there are around 24.23...
Who is liable for birth injuries? 2 possibilities
Safe delivery of a child is the dream of expectant mothers who always put their trust in nurses, doctors and hospitals. While most professionals and institutions offer quality services to ensure this dream comes true, some don't. Mistakes in the labor room lead to a...
The most common birth injuries in the U.S.
Medical care has made great strides over the last century when it comes to infant mortality rates. Far more children are born today who survived this process, and who have no serious injuries, when compared to statistics in the past. Unfortunately, that does not mean...
How does Louisiana rank in the U.S. for having the worst roads?
Louisiana often appears in online lists discussing the most hazardous roads and drivers in the U.S. Our state was ranked seventh among the states with the worst roads in a 2022 report. You cannot always avoid motor vehicle accidents even if you drive safely and abide...
Did you suffer a concussion in your car wreck?
A road traffic accident can result in numerous injuries for those involved. These can range from minor to serious, with head injuries being among the most severe. One condition that you may suffer from after a crash is a concussion. This is often passed off as a...
3 mistakes that cause birth injuries in the labor room
Expectant mothers attend checkups and follow their doctor’s instructions, all so they can hold a healthy baby. Thus, it can be disappointing to be denied this by professionals who were supposed to protect you and your child. Most doctors and nurses observe strict...
Traveling north for the holidays? Beware 3 common winter hazards
Winter is coming and many drivers aren’t prepared for the weather shift. Winter is possibly one of the worst times of the year to get caught in a car accident. Yet, many drivers find themselves headed into snowy territory as they head north to visit relatives or...
Are overworked doctors responsible for birth injuries?
People often think of doctors as professionals working on their own terms, but those days are long gone. The vast majority of modern physicians work as employees in a professional practice, likely a large corporate practice focused on shareholder returns. Instead of...