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The birth of a child is one of the most joyous occasions in any family’s life. Parents plan for the arrival of their new baby with great happiness. Unfortunately, sometimes the joy of the arrival of a new baby is interrupted by an injury to a baby that occurs in the process of delivery. The … Continue reading “Ontario Birth Injuries: Knowing your Rights”
Liability for a motor vehicle accident is based on whether or not the defendant breached the applicable “standard of care,” and thus caused the plaintiff’s injuries. In Ontario, the general rule governing standard of care is what would an “ordinary, reasonable, cautious and prudent person in the position and circumstances of the defendant” do when … Continue reading “What is the Standard of Care in Ontario?”
Childbirth is one of life’s most beautiful events. We commonly hear people refer to the process in religious terms, calling it a “miracle,” which is how it often seems to new parents. But childbirth is an odd sort of miracle, because it is also fraught with risks. One Ontario judge has referred to it as … Continue reading “Proving Shoulder Dystocia Claims”
The birth of a child is one of the most joyous events in any person’s life. Seeing your newborn son or daughter for the first time after nine long months of the physical and emotional burdens of pregnancy is an experience like no other. But when a pregnancy or birth is marred by negligent medical … Continue reading “How Much Time Do I Have to File My Birth Injury Claim?”
A catastrophic birth injury can rob your child of his or her future even before your child take a breath in this world. Parents who planned to celebrate the arrival of their new baby instead must face the question of how to pay for a lifetime of medical care for a severely injured child. In … Continue reading “How Will Ontario Courts Compensate My Child After a Birth Injury?”
The side effects of a prescription drug interaction can be quite hazardous. If you or your loved one experienced a serious side effect or injury because of drug interactions, you may qualify to file a claim for compensation. Professionals in the pharmaceutical industry are supposed to report any known drug interactions and ensure they prescribe … Continue reading “Prescription Drug Interactions: Do I have a claim?”
Birth injuries can be attributed to a wide range of underlying causes. Factors may include anything from genetics and maternal health to poor prenatal care or medical error during delivery. Complications vary depending on the nature of the injury and the use of early medical intervention. Eight Most Common Birth Injuries Include: Cerebral Palsy and … Continue reading “A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Eight Possible Birth Injuries”
