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July 29, 2022

Hurley McKenna & Mertz: 2022 Success Story – $6M Settlement in an Alabama Truck Collision Case

Hurley McKenna & Mertz (HMM) is proud to announce that partner Michael T. Mertz has achieved a $6,000,000 settlement for a 55-year-old Chicago man injured in a head-on collision with a truck in 2019 in Birmingham, Alabama. The Collision On February 4,...

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July 28, 2022

What to Expect When You Hire a Wrongful Birth Lawyer

If you or your partner underwent in vitro fertilization [IVF], or prenatal genetic counseling, and your baby was born with a genetic disorder or birth defects, you may have experienced a wrongful birth due to negligence.  If you have questions...

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July 21, 2022

Why Is Sexual Abuse So Common in the Mormon Church?

Unfortunate instances of sexual abuse within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS) continue to make headlines, as the long-running pattern of indiscretions among the ranks of the Church is brought to light. When people in positions of...

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July 14, 2022

How Common Are Birth Injuries?

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 7 in every 1,000 children will suffer from a birth injury. This number does not take into consideration the children who are diagnosed later in life. There are four common types...

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July 7, 2022

Sexual Abuse Signs & Symptoms: How to Know If a Child is at Risk

The sexual abuse of children is a disturbing occurrence that happens all too often, both inside and outside the home. The child, who becomes a victim, may carry the weight of the abuse for years. Furthermore, the effects of the...

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June 30, 2022

Failure to Diagnose Cancer: Can I Sue?

Failure to Diagnose Cancer: Can I Sue? Cancer is a devastating medical diagnosis that is estimated to affect 1.9 million Americans in 2022. It is no secret that the earlier cancer is detected, the better the chances are for the...

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June 23, 2022

Three Signs It’s Time to File a Suit Following a Construction Accident

Three Signs It’s Time to File a Suit Following a Construction Accident Construction accidents are terrifying and can often lead to permanent injury or even death. According to OSHA, construction is a high-hazard industry that encompasses a wide range of...

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June 16, 2022

How to Help a Child Cope with Sexual Abuse

The trauma of sexual abuse causes ripples in families that can last generations. When a child is sexually abused, many emotions and questions will arise. The first thing to remember is to keep a safe space for the child with...

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