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- What Are Common Errors Anesthesiologists Make During Labor and Delivery?
Oct 27, 2025
Labor and delivery are some of the most physically demanding moments in a woman’s life. For many, anesthesia provides relief from pain and allows for a safer, more controlled birth experience. However, when anesthesia is improperly administered, the results can be devastating. Errors anesthesiologists make during labor and delivery can lead to serious, even life-threatening complications for both mother and baby. These mistakes are often preventable and may form the basis of a medical malpractice claim. At...Read More - Can Preventable Birth Injury Deaths Be Avoided With Better Protocols?
Oct 20, 2025
Every parent expects the birth of their child to be a safe and joyful experience. But when a baby’s life is lost due to medical mistakes, that joy immediately turns to heartbreak. Across the country, preventable birth injury deaths continue to occur, even though many could be avoided with better hospital protocols, training, and communication. At Anapol Weiss, our birth injury attorneys represent families who have suffered unimaginable losses due to preventable errors. Understanding how these...Read More - How Do Spinal Cord Injuries Occur During Birth?
Oct 13, 2025
Bringing a baby into the world should be a moment of joy and relief. But when something goes wrong in the delivery room, that happiness can quickly turn to fear and uncertainty. Among the most devastating complications are spinal cord injuries during birth. These serious injuries can cause lasting nerve damage, paralysis, or even life-threatening conditions. While some birth-related spinal injuries may be unavoidable, many result from preventable medical errors. Understanding how spinal cord injuries happen...Read More - Can Delayed Treatment of Jaundice Be Medical Malpractice?
Oct 6, 2025
When a newborn develops jaundice, timely treatment is critical. While mild cases are common and typically harmless, delayed treatment of jaundice can lead to severe complications, including brain damage known as kernicterus. For new parents, learning that your child’s condition could have been prevented with proper care is devastating. Depending on the details of your case, delayed treatment of jaundice may not simply be a tragic mistake, but rather the direct result of medical malpractice. At...Read More - Why Are Some Birth Injuries Not Diagnosed Until Later?
Sep 26, 2025
The moments after a baby is born are filled with joy, relief, and new beginnings. Yet, for some families, medical challenges appear long after leaving the hospital. While some birth injuries are immediately noticeable at birth, that’s not always the case. Instead, certain conditions become noticeable months or years later when symptoms worsen or developmental milestones are missed. This delay in diagnosis can leave parents confused, worried, and searching for answers. Understanding why some birth injuries...Read More - How Do Umbilical Cord Accidents Become Malpractice Cases?
Sep 18, 2025
For most new parents, the umbilical cord is just a natural part of pregnancy. It’s the baby’s lifeline until birth. Few expect it to become the source of complications during delivery. However, umbilical cord accidents do happen, and when they do, the outcome can range from harmless to life-altering. The hard part for families is separating what truly was an unavoidable complication from what should have been prevented with proper care. Understanding how umbilical cord accidents...Read More - What Are the Early Signs of a Hypoxic Birth Injury?
Sep 10, 2025
When a baby is born, one of the most important factors for a healthy start is a steady supply of oxygen. Even a few minutes without enough oxygen can lead to serious complications. This is known as a hypoxic birth injury, and it can affect a child’s brain, muscles, and overall development. For many parents, the first signs of oxygen deprivation may not be immediately obvious. Recognizing the early signs of a hypoxic birth injury can...Read More - What Causes Erb’s Palsy and How Can Legal Action Help?
Sep 3, 2025
Despite having a birth plan, walking into the delivery room can be unpredictable. When complications during labor and delivery occur, it can leave new parents confused at what to do next. One such complication new parents may face include Erb’s Palsy, a condition that affects a baby’s shoulder, arm, and hand movement. If your child has been diagnosed with Erb’s palsy, you likely have many questions, mainly what caused it, could it have been prevented, and...Read More - What Happens When a Resident or Medical Student Causes a Birth Injury?
Aug 27, 2025
When you go to the hospital to deliver your baby, you expect to be treated with knowledge and care. Though it’s not uncommon for residents or medical students to be present at a birth, you may be wondering what happens if they play a role in your baby’s injury. In this guide, we’re answering common questions families have in these types of situations, including who can be held liable. The Role of Residents and Medical Students in...Read More - Can Parents Sue for Emotional Distress in a Birth Injury Case?
Aug 20, 2025
When a child suffers a birth injury, it’s not just the physical toll parents are left with. There’s an emotional toll, too. In birth injury cases, parents often ask about their child’s legal rights, as well as their own ability to pursue justice. One of the most common questions is: Can parents sue for emotional distress in a birth injury case? The answer is yes, but Pennsylvania law has strict requirements for when and how these...Read More