The Moses Firm: Medical Malpractice Lawyers | May 14, 2025 | Birth Injury
Atlanta Malpractice Lawyer for Failing to Cool Babies Who Need it
The standard of care for cooling neonates suffering from hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) is therapeutic hypothermia, also known as neonatal cooling or brain cooling. This treatment has been shown to significantly improve survival rates and reduce the risk of long-term neurodevelopmental disabilities, such as cerebral palsy and cognitive impairment, in infants with moderate to severe HIE….
The Moses Firm: Medical Malpractice Lawyers | April 29, 2025 | Birth Injury
Pitocin and Cerebral Palsy: Understanding the Link
A medication error is a common cause of Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) and Cerebral Palsy (CP) in babies Understanding how medical interventions during childbirth can impact a newborn’s health is crucial for expecting parents and healthcare providers alike. One such intervention, the use of Pitocin, has raised concerns regarding its potential link to cerebral palsy….
The Moses Firm: Medical Malpractice Lawyers | March 12, 2025 | Birth Injury
Understanding Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a complex medical condition that affects newborns, but its implications can last a lifetime. In this blog post, we’ll break down what HIE is, its causes, symptoms, and potential treatments, all in an effort to raise awareness about this serious condition. What is Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy? Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, often abbreviated…
The Moses Firm: Medical Malpractice Lawyers | January 8, 2025 | Birth Injury
A Far Too Common Medical Malpractice Case: A Failure to Diagnose and Treat Kernicterus
Kernicterus: The Risk of Brain Damage from Neonatal Jaundice Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia, or jaundice in newborns, is a common condition, but in severe cases, it can lead to a serious complication called kernicterus. What is Kernicterus? Kernicterus is a type of brain damage caused by the buildup of bilirubin in the brain. Bilirubin is a yellow-orange…