Monthly Archives: June 2013

What Evidence Is Required to Prove a Medical Malpractice Case?

If you have been injured due to the actions (or omissions) of a healthcare practitioner, you may have a legal claim for damages. In order to successfully prove your case at trial, your lawyer will present evidence to the court. After hearing both parties’ evidence, the judge or jury will...
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What Is Informed Consent?

Doctors and other healthcare practitioners are not permitted to treat a patient against his will or without his knowledge and understanding. Healthcare practitioners are required to obtain the informed consent of the patient prior to commencing each particular treatment. The failure of a doctor to obtain the patient’s informed consent...
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The Effects Of A Birth Injury On The Entire Family

Birth can be a hazardous time for your baby. Some birth injuries affecting babies heal within a few months or can be resolved with surgery. Others, such as cerebral palsy, may be lifelong conditions. All mothers want the best for their baby and it can be devastating to find out...
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Does Inducing Labour Contribute to Birth Injuries?

Within Canada, the rates at which pregnant women undergo induced labour are climbing. It is estimated that approximately 20-22% of pregnant women have their labour induced. While there is research to indicate that inducing labour may improve the outcome for mothers and babies when the baby has a very high...
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