On January 6, 2017, it was announced that the City of Philadelphia will pay $4.4 million to an innocent man who was permanently injured after plainclothes police officers fired 14 rounds into his vehicle, striking him multiple times, in what the police commissioner called a, “tragic misunderstanding.” It is the largest settlement ever, in a […]
Pre-existing Injury – How it will affect your Car Accident Claim
January 23, 2017 By
Being injured is a normal part of life. If you are lucky you’re injuries will heal quickly and you can forget about them completely. However, some people have to live with their injuries for the rest of their lives. Injuries such as knee or shoulder injuries from sports activities or chronic back pain developed from […]
Umbilical Cord Problems and Birth Injury
January 20, 2017 By
A baby’s umbilical cord is the primary connection between the child and his or her mother. This link serves as a conduit for oxygen, nutrients, and other vital fluids to pass between the two. When there is a complication involving the umbilical cord before or during birth, the child’s health and life may be put […]
Children with Cerebral Palsy Benefit from Physical Activity
January 18, 2017 By
It is estimated that approximately 2-2.5 children are born with cerebral palsy (CP) out of every 1,000 births in the Western world. Cerebral palsy is a physical impairment which usually onsets between a child’s development in the womb and three years of age. Muscle stiffness, muscle weakness, coordination problems, and uncontrolled body movements are all […]
Infections and Birth Injury
January 18, 2017 By
While the fetus is in utero, the mother’s immune system helps to protect the developing child from infections. Such infections can be caused by a variety of harmful influences, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa, and other potentially harmful microscopic organisms. It is the job of trained medical professionals to help pregnant women mitigate the dangers […]
Auto Accident Claim – What Your Attorney Needs to Know
January 16, 2017 By
Have you been involved in a car accident? Chances are you’re not sure what to do next. If you want to ensure that you are compensated for damage or injuries resulting from the accident, it is important to seek the services of an attorney before talking to an insurance adjuster. How an Attorney Can Help? […]
Prolonged Labor and Birth Injury
January 12, 2017 By
Everyone has heard stories about women who have gone into labor and spent hours upon hours delivering their babies. But despite the difficulties of such instances, these situations usually still fall within normal birthing times. However, when a woman’s labor lasts too long, a dangerous medical situation can result for her and the baby. It […]
Fetal Distress and Cerebral Palsy
January 10, 2017 By
Fetal distress is a term used to describe the situation in which a fetus does not receive enough oxygen, whether during pregnancy or during the birthing process. When a fetus, or baby, suffers from a lack of oxygen (asphyxia), the results can be devastating. For this reason, medical professionals such as the doctors and nurses […]
Out of State Auto Crashes: What Should I Do?
January 9, 2017 By
According to the AAA, just over one third of Americans drive while on vacation each year, these rates increase as gas prices drop. Inevitably, car crashes between out-of-state drivers are going to happen, so what should you do in this situation? Let’s start by answering some common questions. Which State Laws Are in Effect? If […]
