On behalf of Crandall & Pera Law, LLC | Jun 12, 2020 | Birth Injuries
Shoulder dystocia is a birth injury that affects between 0.2% and 3% of pregnancies in Ohio and across the U.S. Though it usually does not cause permanent damage to the baby or mother, it’s hard to predict and prevent. Dystocia literally means a difficult labor....
On behalf of Crandall & Pera Law, LLC | May 5, 2020 | Birth Injuries, Medical Malpractice
Giving birth to a new child in Ohio is an exciting experience for most people. New parents often dream about what the future for their children might hold. However, discovering that a child suffered serious brachial plexus injuries during the birth process can be...
On behalf of Crandall & Pera Law, LLC | Sep 30, 2019 | Birth Injuries
The damages in medical malpractice cases in Ohio and around the country are often high because the patients who are affected may require costly medical treatment for the rest of their lives. This is especially true when the victim is an infant. In July, a jury in...
On behalf of Crandall & Pera Law, LLC | Aug 28, 2019 | Birth Injuries
If your baby fails to meet developmental milestones, discuss your concerns with a pediatrician and obtain the proper medical referrals. Then think back to the delivery process, was there anything that left you feeling concerned? What are the symptoms of birth...
On behalf of Crandall & Pera Law, LLC | Jul 24, 2019 | Birth Injuries
As a parent, it can be stressful and heartbreaking to wonder if your baby might have a disability like cerebral palsy. If your child has some known risk factors for cerebral palsy or is exhibiting developmental delays, you may wonder how you can help your child....
On behalf of Crandall & Pera Law, LLC | May 10, 2019 | Birth Injuries
Each baby develops at his or her own pace, but some motor delays may indicate a more serious condition. If your baby or toddler is failing to meet developmental milestones, discuss your concerns with a pediatrician. Because babies and young toddlers cannot tell us...
On behalf of Crandall & Pera Law, LLC | Mar 29, 2019 | Birth Injuries
The hours from onset of labor to delivery of your baby are critical. A birth plan along with birthing classes are ways to prepare, but it can be hard to know exactly what is happening. For instance, Pitocin, a medication used to stimulate and augment labor, can cause...
