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Modern medical advancements have significantly reduced neonatal injuries. Even the latest technology and top tier hospitals, however, are not fool-proof. Lack of oxygen and subsequent birth injuries do still occur. This lack of oxygen is known as hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy (HIE). Oxygen deprivation during birth can lead to disastrous outcomes including cerebral palsy, cognitive disability,…

When it comes to having a child, the doctor and mother both focus a lot of care on pregnancy and delivery. They prioritize prenatal care to ensure the baby gets earthside with little to no complications. Prenatal care is very important – but so is postnatal. There are many issues that can arise after…

As more evidence of the link between hair relaxers and cancer emerges, manufacturers of these products are facing lawsuits. Were you or a loved one diagnosed with cancer caused by hair straightening products? If so, you may be entitled to a settlement. Contact us today to find out if you have a case, obligation-free….

The death of just one mother during pregnancy or childbirth is one too many. But advances in medicine help prevent this from happening. So shouldn’t the Texas maternal mortality rate be in decline?  A new report shows that the opposite is happening. Texas mothers are losing their lives at alarming rates. The top causes…

Are you thinking about pursuing a medical malpractice lawsuit? If so, you might know that defendants can recover compensation to make up for losses. You may have also heard the term “special damages”. What are these damages and how are they calculated? In this article, we’ll define special damages and other types of medical…

Hampton & King has helped many families receive rightful compensation for medical negligence. Your surgical malpractice case can be next.  When it comes to healthcare, we all want what’s on top. Top notch medical facilities, the best health insurance, and the cream of the crop when it comes to medical professionals who care for…

The moment has finally arrived. After many hours of strenuous labor, the mother delivers her child. After that, the umbilical cord exits her body as well. That’s the correct order for delivery…but what happens if the cord comes out first? That’s an obstetrical emergency known as a prolapsed cord. Cord prolapse is somewhat rare….

A cold, unfamiliar room with silent, serious on-lookers. Desks scattered with file folders, exhibits, and documents. Strange words and phrases that you don’t understand fill your ears. You’re in a courtroom, as the plaintiff in a medical malpractice case. Will this be your future? Your doctor failed you, so you have to take them…

“Your child has a brachial plexus birth injury.” That’s not what you were hoping to hear at your baby’s checkup appointment. But it’s your new reality. So many questions swirl through your mind. How did this happen? Did someone injure my baby during delivery? And most importantly, will my baby recover from this? At…

Wondering if a nurse can be sued for malpractice? Or when they can be? We’re about to cover: Most people see doctors as “bosses” and nurses as “assistants”. Doctors diagnose patients and prescribe medicine. Nurses monitor patients and administer medicine. Most of the time, nurses are just following orders. So what happens when a…