Chicago is home to many hospitals and medical schools, including Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center, the University of Chicago Hospitals, Rush University Medical Center and Advocate facilities including Lutheran General Hospital and Christ Hospital. However, medical mistakes—such as...
Read MoreWhile all births are special, they are usually physically and emotionally intense. Some are even traumatic—for both the mother and child. Although most births occur with few to no complications, some issues—like preeclampsia—can impart serious conditions to the child. The...
Read MoreWelcoming a baby into the world is an unparalleled moment for parents. Each pregnancy is filled with joyful anticipation and, of course, some worry about possible complications. While many mothers do not experience complications during their pregnancy, some face difficult...
Read MoreIf you’re the victim of medical malpractice, the thought of filing a claim can be daunting. Not only are you or a loved one dealing with the health repercussions resulting from the negligence of the medical team, but you have...
Read MoreAs a patient, the expectation when you go into a hospital for treatment is that you will not leave worse off than before you went in. When a medical staff is negligent in your care, however, the consequences can be...
Read MoreAny parent knows that the journey into welcoming a new baby into the world is far from routine. But from a medical standpoint, most expectant mothers experience a pregnancy, labor, and delivery that is without complications. That doesn’t apply to...
Read MoreParalysis is one of the most traumatic injuries a person can endure in his or her lifetime. It’s difficult enough when a person is born paralyzed, but it’s an entirely different situation when a medical professional makes a preventable mistake,...
Read MoreAt Hurley McKenna & Mertz, we pride ourselves on being informed when it comes to current news that affects our clients. Once a month, we round up a list of articles that impact our practice areas, including but not limited...
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