Erb’s palsy is usually a mild birth injury that heals or self-corrects over time. However, the injury can sometimes become severe and have life-long consequences for a child. As an injury to the brachial plexus nerve network, Erb’s palsy is often caused by misapplication of force during birth. If your child’s Erb’s palsy is particularly …
Though cerebral palsy can be caused by genetic mutations, it also results from medical negligence and improper response to difficult delivery. In those situations, the doctors, nursing staff, hospital, and other healthcare professionals may be liable for causing your child’s birth injury. Children affected by cerebral palsy can face difficult challenges throughout their lives, and …
Modern medicine can save lives, but when medical professionals fail to uphold their duty of care, the results can be tragic. Whether a medical professional failed to diagnose your baby’s birth injury, you received a defective medical device, or a doctor prescribed you an unsafe medication, you may suffer severe, long-lasting injuries. Medical providers’ negligence …
If a doctor acts carelessly or negligently, you could suffer injuries or a worsening condition because of their medical negligence. If this happened to you or your child, you might be able to pursue a medical malpractice case against them. In some cases, you may also have a medical malpractice case against the hospital or …
All professionals are prone to making mistakes, but the risks that come from a medical professional’s errors may be far greater than in other fields. There are systems for holding medical professionals such as doctors responsible when they are negligent, and a Fresno medical malpractice lawyer can help you seek justice after an instance of …
If you put your trust in one or more medical professionals whose actions ultimately caused you harm, then you may be the victim of medical malpractice. You may call a lawyer to assess your case if you have suffered because of a medical error or another type of malpractice. You may also have reason to …
Health care professionals are respected individuals who we often trust to take care of us, but they can make mistakes. When a health care provider makes a mistake that causes harm to a patient, this is medical malpractice. If you suffered an injury or your loved one died because of the negligent actions of a …
You trust your doctor to provide the treatment and care you need. When you experience serious harm due to medical malpractice, a lawyer may help you exercise your legal options. Depending upon the circumstances of your case, you may have a right to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If …
We respect the compassionate and caring doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers in our community. Most of America’s healthcare professionals are committed to the wellbeing of their patients, treating them with the highest standard of care. However, even the most diligent of physicians can make a mistake. If this mistake caused you or a loved one …
Medical malpractice is a broad term that encompasses both errors and malicious wrongdoing. Medical professionals must uphold a high standard of care, as carelessness, malicious wrongdoing, and error on their part can directly result in serious injury or death. If you or a loved one suffered injury because of a medical professional’s wrongdoing, you may …
CHICAGO, Ill. –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump has been retained by the mother of Wadee Al-Fayoume, the 6-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed 26 times by the family’s 71-year-old landlord in Plainfield Township. Wadee celebrated his sixth birthday just eight days before he was killed. Wadee’s mother, Hanan Shaheen, …
BALTIMORE, Md. –– Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), will deliver the eulogy for Lawrence Lacks Sr., the last living son of Henrietta Lacks. After a decades-long fight, Lawrence Lacks Sr. died three weeks after the family earned historic justice for Lawrence’s mother on August 1st, which would have …
BALTIMORE, Md. –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump of Ben Crump Law and the family of Henrietta Lacks will hold a news conference on Tuesday, August 1, on Lacks’ 103rd birthday, to announce a settlement. Attorney Ben Crump and attorney Chris Seeger of Seeger Weiss filed a lawsuit against Thermo …
Tyre Nichols’ Family Responds to Tennessee Legislature Passing Bill That Would Walk Back Critical Police Reforms March 14, 2024 State bill will nullify ordinances passed in Memphis in response to Tyre Nichols’ death MEMPHIS, Tenn. –– The family of Tyre Nichols responded to Tennessee senators voting to pass SB2572. The proposed state legislation that will …
Research shows that exposure to Camp Lejeune contamination can increase your risk of miscarriage. Via a new law passed in August of 2022, you can pursue damages if you believe your miscarriage is linked to Camp Lejeune. At Ben Crump, PLLC, we’ve represented many personal injury clients and secured millions of dollars in compensation. We’re …
If you were exposed to water contamination at Tarawa Camp Lejeune and have a serious illness, you can consult an attorney who can help you seek financial compensation and show how the base’s water supply caused your condition. Anyone at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987 likely …
Have you suffered health problems from exposure to contaminated water? Many different health issues can result from using water that has been poisoned by harmful chemicals or bacteria. For instance, past victims have been diagnosed with cancer, female infertility, Parkinson’s disease, renal toxicity, and other health problems due to dangerous chemicals in their water. If …
PFC water contamination in Hyannis, MA, has caused residents serious medical issues. If you or a family member developed a health condition due to contaminated water, you may have legal options to secure compensation. Our team at Ben Crump Law, PLLC, can provide you with information about your options during a free case review. After …
As a Wainscott, NY, resident or property owner, you deserve to have a clean and safe water supply. If consuming toxic water in your area affects your health or your family’s health, we can help you seek financial awards that can help you recover from your losses. Ben Crump Law, PLLC, commits to justice and …
Veterans and their families who resided at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987 and later developed myelodysplastic syndrome may able to receive compensation from the U.S. government for their many personal and financial losses related to toxic water exposure. Also, these individuals may be able to claim disability benefits from the U.S. …
