In a vegetative state case, the patient is physically alive, but is unable to respond to the environment. He or she is able to breathe, though, and organs still function. It may be the result of a traumatic accident, such as medical malpractice. This can occur from an anesthesia error or improper intubation during a surgical procedure that may lead to brain damage. Families of malpractice victims can pursue a variety of medical malpractice damages if a medical professional’s negligence is found to have caused the injury. A Cleveland medical malpractice lawyer can provide guidance to Ohio families pursuing compensation [...]

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Eclampsia is rare, but is a very serious complication of preeclampsia, which may occur during pregnancy. It is marked by seizures that occur during pregnancy and which aren’t related to an existing brain problem. It is important pregnant women know the warning signs so they can seek appropriate treatment. A Cleveland medical malpractice lawyer may help Ohio families whose doctor failed to properly address the condition or any childbirth complications of the mother or child. Causes and Symptoms of Eclampsia  It is not easy to determine who will and who will not develop this condition because the root causes are [...]

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Preeclampsia is a serious problem during pregnancy. It can be mild and not show up until close to delivery, or it can begin early in the second half of the pregnancy. In some cases it may develop into eclampsia.   The condition may be diagnosed in pregnant women who have high blood pressure (and who previously did not have high blood pressure) and protein in their urine after 20 weeks. Without prompt treatment, serious conditions or even death can result. If a doctor fails to manage the condition, an Ohio injury lawyer may examine whether it could be considered medical negligence.  [...]

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If treating an infection during pregnancy or addressing illnesses while pregnant, women should discuss medication choice with their doctor.  Women may have to cease certain behaviors when pregnant, such as smoking, drinking alcohol, eating certain foods and taking some medications.  If during pregnancy an infection develops, the only way to treat it may be to use antibiotics or some other form of prescription medication. Although many are not harmful to the mother or fetus, some can have serious effects on an unborn baby. If a doctor’s error during pregnancy causes infection or if a doctor prescribes a harmful medication, women [...]

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Some women must deal with pregnancy infections, many of which are minor. However, some may be serious and even life-threatening for the mother and the baby.  Infections during pregnancy can cause many complications including:  pneumonia; brain damage; premature labor; developmental delays; and even death. If the infection isn’t addressed properly or a doctor causes the infection, an Ohio medical malpractice lawyer in Cleveland can assist clients in holding the liable party responsible.  Group B Streptococcus  Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is among the most common life-threatening pregnancy infections for newborns. Up to 25 percent of pregnant women are considered asymptomatic carriers [...]

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The costs of a brain injury can be very high if a loved one falls into a vegetative state. From the continuous health care and treatment required by the patient to the time loved ones are forced to take off work, an Ohio medical malpractice attorney in Cleveland will address the costs associated with serious brain damage in a liability claim.  Health Care Costs of a Brain Injury  When patients are in a vegetative state, they need constant care in order to ensure overall health: that they don’t contract infections, that they’re fed and given proper nutrition, and that they’re [...]

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In some cases, newborns may suffer birth injuries because of the mechanical forces of birth. These can include traction (the force and movement used to deliver or pull the child out of the birth canal), compression (the pressure used to push the child through the birth canal), or the tools that are used to aid in delivery such as forceps or vacuums. When related to medical mistakes, a medical malpractice lawyer in Ohio can help families examine whether negligence may have been to blame. Some common birth injuries suffered because of mechanical forces include:  Extracranial injuries – These are injuries [...]

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Assisted birth trauma such as a newborn head injury could be the result of mechanical forces applied during labor and delivery, like traction or forceps or vacuums during birth. If a healthcare professional was negligent in the application of force or use of birthing tools, an Ohio medical malpractice attorney in Cleveland may help parents prove negligence and recover compensation for their damages. Traction and Assisted Birth Trauma  If excessive traction (often caused by the doctor pulling too quickly or forcefully) is required to deliver the child, it can also result in birth injuries and trauma. The most common type [...]

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If brain damage from medical malpractice leads to a patient falling into a persistent vegetative state (PVS), it could present grounds to file a medical malpractice claim. A claim could compensate the victim and the family for medical bills incurred, wages lost, pain and suffering, and many other types of damages that an Ohio brain injury lawyer will help explore.   Whether a medical malpractice claim is a viable option in a case involving brain damage from medical malpractice depends on a number of factors, including:  the nature of the malpractice; the severity of the injury before and after the malpractice; [...]

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An Ohio medical malpractice lawyer can help evaluate signs of birth mistakes for parents who suspect medical malpractice in Ohio. While many birth injuries are the result of the natural birthing process, certain signs may indicate that a medical professional may have acted negligently to cause the injury or medical condition.  Possible Signs of Birth Mistakes  Some of the possible signs that may point to labor and delivery errors include:  Failing to plan for a larger baby – Doctors can perform ultrasounds prior to the due date to estimate the size of a baby. If the doctor feels the baby [...]

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