Everyone knows that getting pregnant carries some health risks, but no one thinks their pregnancy will result in death. Pregnancy-related deaths happen far too often in the United States, and sadly, there are women in Oregon who will lose their lives due to pregnancy,...
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What can a birth injury attorney do for me?
If you are one of the numerous parents in Oregon whose child was injured due to the malpractice of a medical provider before, during or after the labor and delivery process, you probably want to know what legal recourse you may have which has brought you here....
Did your medical provider make you sign an arbitration agreement?
When you needed an obstetrician to get you through your pregnancy, you hopped on your computer and looked for one or depended on recommendations from friends or colleagues. At your first appointment, you were asked to sign several papers which you may not have read in...
Answers to your birth injury claim questions
Every year, too many parents in Oregon get the news that their child suffered an injury during the birthing process. This news can be devastating, both emotionally and financially. Those who find themselves in this situation tend to have numerous questions about their...
Common reasons for and signs of injuries sustained during birth
The birth of a child is an occasion for joy and excitement for an Oregon family. This time of celebration can quickly turn into a time of concern and sadness when it becomes clear the baby is not as healthy as he or she should be. Birth injuries suffered during the...
High blood pressure and pregnancy do not mix
The goal after getting pregnant is to have a happy, healthy pregnancy with no issues. Unfortunately, pregnancy is different for everyone. Complications arise that can be dangerous for both mother and child. For example, many women in Oregon experience high blood...
Did a traumatic birth leave you mentally or physically scarred?
Many pregnant women have an idea of how they want their birth experiences to go. They make birth plans and hope they will get to stick to those plans when the day to deliver arrives. Unfortunately, many women in Oregon and elsewhere end up with birth experiences that...
When is a claim reasonable after a stillbirth?
For a parent, one of life’s most difficult tragedies is the loss of a child. It is a devastating event no matter the age of the child, including losing a baby in the womb. Stillbirth is the loss of a baby in utero at 20 weeks or later. It is a painful process for an...
When radiology errors result in failure to diagnose cancer
When we go to the doctor, we expect the highest level of care using the most advanced equipment available. But when there are errors in the use of machines or the reading of the results of examinations, serious problems can arise. Sometimes, if a radiologist makes a...
This common birth injury can cause paralysis
The labor and delivery process can be hard on both mom and baby. In Oregon and elsewhere, birth injuries are common, but most injuries are minor and heal quickly. That said, some birth injuries can have long-term effects, such as a brachial plexus injury. Damage to...