Medical malpractice is by nature shocking to many people. You might find it challenging to accept that the people with whom we trust our health and safety the most—medical professionals—can end up causing you harm. Unfortunately, this is the reality…. Read More
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Medical Malpractice vs. Negligence: What’s the Difference?
Medical professionals require more training and education than those in any other field. But they are still human. This means that they are entirely capable of making mistakes or other forms of wrongdoing. Most people are broadly familiar with medical… Read More
Risk Factors of Birth Injuries
Birth injuries occur more often than you’d expect. It has been estimated that as many as 8 out of every 1,000 babies in the United States are born with some form of birth injury. They can take many different forms;… Read More
Elements of a Successful Medical Malpractice Claim
In the United States, medical malpractice occurs with disturbing regularity. It has been estimated that medical errors cause as much as 10% of deaths in our country. That means it’s the third-highest cause of death overall, just behind cancer and… Read More
Diagnosing Cerebral Palsy
A variety of factors can cause cerebral palsy in newborns—from genetics, to maternal infections, to birth injuries. About 10,000 babies are born in the United States per year with some form of this condition. It can vary dramatically not only… Read More
The Most Common Causes of Misdiagnosis
Medical doctors have more education than those in just about any other discipline. It goes without saying that we should be able to trust them with our health and safety. But sometimes they betray that trust. Medical malpractice takes place… Read More
Is It Too Late to Sue for Medical Malpractice?
Here at the Snyder Law Group, we’ve dealt with countless medical malpractice cases in the state of Maryland. We have a proven track record of success, having earned hundreds of millions in verdicts and settlements on behalf of victims of… Read More
Can a C-Section Lead to Birth Injury?
Generally speaking, a c-section is one of the best ways to prevent a birth injury. If your doctor does their job and monitors for signs of fetal distress that could indicate a complicated delivery, they will likely recommend a c-section… Read More
Birth Injury Statistics that May Surprise You
Every year, about 30,000 babies born in the United States sustain a birth injury. If your child experienced an injury during the birthing process, this statistic is crucial to know. It can be easy to feel as though you are… Read More