Health care providers are held to established standards of care that are supposed to prevent most errors that can lead to patient harm. But because they are human, Illinois health care providers do sometimes make mistakes and often these mistakes are related to the...
Medical Malpractice
Fractures are common types of birth injuries
When an Illinois couple is expecting a child, they may worry about common concerns like facing sleepless nights and being unable to afford childcare. Parents shouldn’t have to worry about their baby being injured at birth due to medical negligence. Sadly, this does...
When is appropriate to file a medical malpractice lawsuit?
The issue of medical malpractice is a complicated one, and many people are confused about what constitutes medical malpractice in Illinois. Not all medical errors or complications are the result of medical malpractice. However, when medical malpractice does occur, the...
Factors that can lead to birth injuries
StatsPearls reported in 2022 that birth injuries have been on the decline since 2012 due to advances in obstetrics. Despite this good news, they still happen more often than they should since many situations are something preventable. Birth injuries can have...
Some medical malpractice claims are due to blood thinner misuse
When someone seeks medical treatment in Illinois, they expect to be provided with the best care possible based on their condition. But medical errors, especially when related to improperly prescribed medications, can cause serious health issues both immediately and...
A misshapen baby scalp may be a sign of birth injuries
Many mothers in Illinois and beyond may become worried when they give birth and discover that their infant’s head is misshapen. In some cases, a baby’s head will look like a “cone.” However, it is a temporary condition simply caused by a baby’s head conforming to fit...
Informed consent and medical malpractice
While receiving treatment for a health condition, patients have a right to be informed about their condition, what to expect from treatment paths, and any potential risks involved. Failure to provide this information could cause patients in Illinois to make decisions...
Birth injuries devastate Illinois families
If you’re one of many Illinois families who are expecting or have recently had a baby this year, congratulations are in order. Pregnancy, labor, delivery and post-partum days are exciting yet stressful times for expectant mothers and their families. Whether it’s your...
Possible hazards of patient misidentification
While many medical facilities may put great effort into maintaining thorough recordkeeping practices, there may be no guarantee that errors will not occur. Lack of proper management of medical records can prompt a variety of risks that could pose a dire threat to the...
What types of birth injuries may be medical malpractice?
While every pregnancy, labor and delivery is unique, sometimes unfortunate injuries occur. Sadly, substandard care can occur anywhere in Illinois, resulting in severe, sometimes life-threatening conditions for mothers and their infants. No matter how proactive you are...