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"Will doctors treat me differently if they know I've sued a healthcare provider?" This question prevents many medical malpractice victims from pursuing valid claims. It is natural to worry about facing treatment refusal or discrimination during recovery. Understanding...
Physicians and other medical professionals have a duty to their patients. They should treat everyone with dignity and respect. Their goal should be to help, not harm. They have to understand a patient’s condition and help them secure the best treatment available....
Patients who are diagnosed with a chronic health condition often know that they will have to face certain challenges because of it. What they may not realize is that the chronic health condition they have could lead to problems when they need to obtain medical care. ...
When a pregnant patient enters a hospital, many departments can get involved fast. This often includes the obstetrician (OB), the emergency room (ER) and the labor and delivery (L&D) team. In North Carolina, breakdowns in communication between these teams can lead...
When a woman becomes pregnant, her body changes fast. One significant change is how her body handles sugar. This is why doctors test for gestational diabetes during pregnancy. When doctors in North Carolina delay this test or ignore signs of a problem, they put both...
Inducing labor in a woman past her due date is sometimes medically necessary. Other times, medical professionals may want to speed up the labor and delivery process to ensure the health and safety of both mother and child. There are numerous ways for obstetric...
A medical malpractice case occurs when a patient suffers grievous harm due to mistakes or negligence during medical care. These situations can be overwhelming, especially when the injuries are severe. Taking immediate and informed action is important. From gathering...
Countless issues can potentially complicate the labor and delivery process. Healthy women expecting healthy infants sometimes experience last-minute complications that lead to birth injuries. Erb's palsy, also known as shoulder dystocia or brachial plexus birth palsy,...
If you suffered an injury because a doctor or hospital provided care late or made an avoidable mistake, you may wonder whether you still have time to file a medical malpractice claim. In North Carolina, specific deadlines may determine when you can start a claim, and...
Cerebral palsy is a potential birth injury that can occur, sometimes due to medical malpractice. If the doctor’s error leads to a reduction in oxygenation to the baby’s brain, the baby can suffer brain damage. This is often irreparable, so it is a life-changing...