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Signs of Erb’s Palsy in Infants

Signs of Erb's palsy in infants include a poor grip strength, holding the arm close to the body, and absent reflexes. The infant may also struggle to move the affected hand. One of the things that could go wrong in childbirth due to a medical provider's negligent action is an injured infant, as is the case with Erb’s palsy. You
Newborn baby crying on the delivery table. Signs of Erb's Palsy

What Is Erb’s Palsy?

What is Erb's Palsy? Erb's Palsy is an injury that harms your baby's brachial plexus nerves, which control the sensation and movement of the arms, shoulders, and hands. This injury usually occurs during childbirth, whereby the baby's neck is overly stretched to one side, causing nerve damage.
Doctor listening to the heartbeat of a newborn in an infant incubator. What Is Erb's Palsy

Hammond’s Waffle Cone Recall Updated

November 7th, 2024 (Chicago, IL) - On September 5th, 2024, Hammond’s Candies of Denver, Colorado recalled their 4oz bags of dark chocolate filled mini waffle cones due to undeclared milk found in the product. Recently, the FDA updated this recall to include a “class II” risk level, the second-highest risk level for recalls.
Chocolate vanilla ice cream on a cones.
Did You Know?
  • If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
  • A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
  • Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.

Meet LaVont’e Stewart Sr. – A Chicagoan You Should Know

Turning a negative into a positive has become his specialty and is the reason the organization he runs is even in existence. When a little league group he was involved with disbanded, LaVont’e Stewart Sr. wanted a way to continue to help the youth of the South Shore community. So he started “Lost Boyz Inc.”

How Does the Standard of Care Impact Medical Malpractice Cases?

Medical malpractice cases can be complicated and lengthy due to the burden of proof necessary to validate medical negligence. Before you can file a lawsuit in civil court, Illinois law requires you to get an affidavit of merit to confirm that your case is valid and prove that the accused medical professional violated the acceptable standard of medical care for
Male doctor holding a huge syringe, a patient lying down and lady nurse holding a tray of medical supplies. medical malpractice cases

Do I need an Affidavit of Merit for Medical Malpractice Cases?

Before you can file a lawsuit against a medical professional for negligent actions in Illinois, the law requires you to get an affidavit of merit for medical malpractice. This affidavit shows proof to the court that you have consulted with another medical professional who is qualified to serve as a medical expert in your case.
Injured woman with neck brace and arm sling shaking hands with her lawyer. affidavit of merit for medical malpractice

How Long Does a Truck Accident Lawsuit Take?

How long does a truck accident lawsuit take? When there is clear liability and moderate injuries in car accidents, it usually takes 6 to 9 months to settle. However, the time can vary depending on the type of injuries, the involvement of commercial vehicles and their insurance companies, and the scale of the accident. Truck

Intersection accident involving a truck and a car. how long does a truck accident lawsuit take

Should I Accept the Initial Truck Accident Settlement Offer?

Should I Accept the Initial Truck Accident Settlement Offer? This may be your question after a truck accident. You should not accept the initial offer but seek advice from a qualified truck accident attorney before agreeing to an offer from an insurance company. Often, the initial offer is lower than the actual value of your case, and accepting a settlement
Truck after accident. truck accident settlement
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