Autism: Is It Different For Girls?
Research tells us that boys with autism outnumber girls by 4 to 1. But is that because autism is more difficult to identify in girls? That’s the conclusion of a recent study. We’ll talk...
Find Out Why This Hospital Settled With a Child’s Family for $3.8 Million
The failure of a doctor to recognize the breakdown of red blood cells in a newborn directly led to the child developing cerebral palsy and his family receiving a $3.8 million settlement from the...
Are Persons With Autism More Likely To Die From An Accident?
Persons with autism are 3 times more likely than other members of the general population to die from a preventable injury. That’s the shocking conclusion from a study that’s garnering media attention throughout the...
No New Trial in Medical Malpractice Case That Resulted in $53 Million Award
A Colorado judge says there will be no new trial in the case of a family being awarded $53 million after a host of medical malpractice mishaps led to their son developing cerebral palsy....
Find Out What The APGAR Test Is And Why It’s So Important For Your Child
The very first test that a newborn child in the U.S. is given is the APGAR test. If you’re unsure what the test is and what it measures, you’ve come to the right place....
Which Medications Are Most Commonly Associated With Medical Errors?
According to a new study, medication errors are more common when they involve cardiovascular drugs than those in other classes. We’ll talk about it in this issue
Find Out How You Can Keep Your Child Safe From Lead Poisoning
As the leaders in securing jury verdicts in lead paint cases, we here at The Fitzgerald Law Firm are all too familiar with the inherent dangers stemming from lead poisoning. Children Vulnerable to Dangerous...
This Study Confirms Birth Complications That Can Lead to Autism
In a just-published study, researchers have confirmed that children who experience birth injuries or other complications during birth are more likely to develop autism spectrum disorder (ASD) than children who don’t. In this issue,...
Should You Sell Rights To Your Structured Settlement?
Some companies that offer one-time lump sums in exchange for rights to court-ordered settlements have, in recent months, caught the attention of news media and a federal oversight committee. In this issue, we’ll talk...
Malpractice Claims Slipping While Payouts Soar
A just-published study has found that while the rate of medical malpractice claims in the U.S. has dropped, the average award for successful claims has jumped by nearly 23%. Those are the findings from...