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When your family is facing a serious diagnosis, clear information matters. Browse our guides and articles to better understand medical malpractice, birth injuries, and the options available to you.
Why Isn’t My Baby Meeting Developmental Milestones?
Every child grows at their own pace, but persistent delays can signal something more. Learn the milestones to watch, the warning signs worth acting on, and when a delay may point to a preventable birth injury.
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Signs of Brain Damage in Newborns That Parents Shouldn’t Ignore
When you imagine the day your baby is born, you probably picture joy, relief and a lifetime of “firsts”… not medical charts, missed milestones, emergency interventions or talk of brain injury. For many families, complications during labor or delivery can affect a newborn’s brain health and resulting…
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Why Isn’t My Baby Meeting Developmental Milestones?
Every parent eagerly waits for their baby’s first smile, first word, and first step. But what happens when those moments don’t arrive exactly on schedule? For many families, and especially new parents, seeing a child miss expected milestones can be a source of anxiety. While all children grow at…
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Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) in Newborns
Welcoming a new baby should be a time of joy, but for some families, it can be overshadowed by unexpected birth complications. One of the most serious conditions that can affect newborns is hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). HIE is a brain injury that is usually caused by a lack of oxygen or reduced…
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The Fine Line Between Medical Practice and Malpractice Law
In the high-stakes world of medical care, few sectors are as emotionally charged as birth injuries. Before making any decision, medical professionals must consider the potential for life-altering outcomes, and therefore, every mistake presents the possibility of legal consequences. It is no wonder some…
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$600,000 Settlement Accepted After Illinois Podiatrist Performed Unnecessary Surgeries
The negligent performing of these surgeries led to further injury, including complex regional pain syndrome. WVFK&N is proud to share that we have successfully secured a $600,000 settlement for an Illinois plaintiff, after a podiatrist negligently performed various unnecessary surgeries. The surgeries…
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Can a Birth Injury Cause Autism?
It used to be believed that the only cause of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) was genetics. However, recent studies have linked autism diagnoses and birth injuries, particularly those arising from medical malpractice during delivery. Certain birth complications, including hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy…
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Cheryl Solomine Recognized as a Top 100 Lawyer
WVFK&N is proud to announce that The National Trial Lawyers have recognized Cheryl Solomine as a Top 100 Lawyer. The Top 100 distinction is bestowed upon a select group of attorneys who exhibit superior qualifications, exemplary trial results, and exceptional leadership in the realms of criminal defense…
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What Is the Difference Between a Birth Injury and a Congenital Birth Defect?
As a parent, when you welcome a new baby into the world, you hope for a healthy start. However, some parents face medical challenges that can have dramatic impacts on their newborn’s health. These challenges are often categorized as either congenital birth defects or birth injuries. While both can…
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How to Protect Your Family After a Birth Injury Due to Malpractice
Welcoming a child into the world ought to be a joyous time. The anticipation of meeting milestones and envisioning the little one’s future fills your head. What happens when the time that is supposed to be filled with excitement turns into a parent’s worst fear? Chris Norman, Partner at WVFK&N, helps…
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3 of the Most Common Types of Birth Injuries Due to Malpractice
Watching your child grow and meet milestones is an event all parents look forward to. From sitting unassisted, all the way to taking their first steps. These milestones are more than just emotional moments, they are developmental markers. Injuries at birth due to malpractice can present themselves during…
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Key Criteria Parents Should Know When Filing a Birth Injury Lawsuit
Birth injuries can be life-altering for both the child and their family. When these injuries occur due to medical negligence, parents may consider filing a medical malpractice lawsuit to seek compensation for the harm caused. However, birth injury malpractice cases are complex, and not every poor medical…
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A Guide to Neurological and Physiological Damage From Birth Injuries
Birth injuries are deeply distressing events for both parents and newborns. They occur when complications during pregnancy, labor, or delivery harm the baby in some way, either by accident or malpractice. While some birth injuries may heal over time with treatment, others can cause lasting or permanent…
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