On this page, we will look at birth injury malpractice lawsuits involving HIE (hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy). We will look at the negligence theories in these cases and the average settlement value in HIE birth injury claims. About HIE Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) (also known as perinatal asphyxia) is a type of brain…
Spinal fusion surgery significantly increases the potential value of any back injury claim. Our Maryland personal injury lawyers see a lot of back injuries, and we have seen first-hand how spinal fusion surgery can double or triple the settlement value of these cases. This post looks at lumbar spinal…
Sexual assault or sexual abuse victims can bring a personal injury lawsuit in civil court against the perpetrator. Sexual assault lawsuits can also be brought against third parties such as schools, employers, churches, etc., if their negligence allowed the assault or abuse to occur. Over the last decade there has…
Any discussion of how much money a medical malpractice case in Maryland is worth begins with our cap on non-economic damages in malpractice. The pain and suffering cap for 2024 in Maryland medical negligence cases is $905,000. This same $890,000 cap applies to wrongful death cases where there is only…
You are hurt. You are having a baby. You need surgery. You were in a car accident. You want to pick the best possible hospital in Maryland to treat you, right? To make the right choice, you need some idea of the quality of the hospital that is treating you.…
You are injured, intentionally or unintentionally, by the actions of a minor. The question is, can you file a lawsuit against that minor in Maryland? The legal concept of “minority” is something that we all understand on a basic level. Children or “minors” (anyone under the age of 18) don’t…
If you have suffered a severe ear injury because of someone else’s negligence, you want to know the potential settlement amount of our case. This page helps you better understand the range of potential settlement compensation payouts for your ear injury claim. Our lawyers provide more information on the settlement…
The conversation surrounding the #MeToo movement on social media has made many reconsider inappropriate behavior inside and outside professional environments. The much-publicized trial of disgraced former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar – and his conviction on seven counts of sexual abuse– she’d light on the kind of incidents experienced by…
This post will go over some basic legal concepts that you need to know about doctor-patient confidentiality. Confidentiality between patients and physicians is a fundamental tenet of modern healthcare and medical practice. Knowing that your doctor will keep your personal information confidential is absolutely necessary for effective medical evaluation, diagnosis,…
Anytime you are involved in a significant car accident, or even just a minor fender bender, it is always a good idea to seek medical attention. Even if you don’t feel any pain or discomfort right away, you might be in major pain an hour later. In this post, we…