Infant Resuscitation and DNR Orders
There are many factors that can contribute to a person requiring Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); injuries or accidents, a heart attack, or even an uncontrolled illness, can cause the heart to stop. In the case of...
Read MoreWhy Are Women Dying During Childbirth in the United States?
America is the most dangerous place to give birth in the developed world, especially for black women. In November of 2019, USA Today reported that, “hospitals know how to protect mothers, they just aren’t doing...
Read MoreThe Sights and Sounds of the NICU
Giving birth to a sick or premature infant can come as a shock to a new parent, yet 10 to 15 percent of all newborns require care in a neonatal intensive care unit, also known...
Read MoreMore Testing And Screening For Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Needed
This summer, Senators Barbara Mikulski and Lisa Murkowski passed a resolution designating June 2012 as “National Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Awareness Month.” The virus, CMV, is a common cause of birth defects in the United States. Approximately...
Read MoreShoulder Dystocia and Other Birth Injuries Related to Malpractice
For expecting parents, both in Oregon and around the world, nothing is more exciting than the birth of a child. While this is a joyful occasion for many Oregon parents each year, some experience a...
Read MoreCouple Represented by David K. Miller Awarded Almost $3 Million in Oregon Wrongful Birth Case
David K. Miller, of the Oregon law firm Miller & Wagner, LLP, represented a Portland-area couple who was awarded almost $3 million last Friday in a “wrongful birth” case. The couple gave birth to a...
Read MoreIncreased Cost of Living: Wrongful Birth and Wrongful Life Suits
Not too long ago, a Florida couple was eagerly awaiting the birth of their new baby. Like most couples, they were excited to bring their little bundle of joy into this world. The doctor and...
Read MoreBrachial Palsy: A Potentially Severe Birth Injury Explained
The birth of a child is one of the most fulfilling, joyful days of a parent’s life. Although many births go smoothly without complications, unfortunately some newborns suffer injuries during the birthing process. Birth injuries can...
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