Maternal Birth Trauma – Birth Injury (to mother)
Birth injuries refer to injuries sustained in childbirth, either to the mother or child. Unfortunately,
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Birth injuries refer to injuries sustained in childbirth, either to the mother or child. Unfortunately,
Weight loss surgery (or bariatric surgery) is gaining in popularity in Australia. Almost two-thirds (63%)
More Australians than ever are turning to surgery to shed unwanted weight. Australia’s battle with
This information sheet outlines the options available to those who wish to take legal action
Catherine Henry Lawyers’ expert health law team is handling an increasing number of cases for
An available action against aged care facilities for the aggrieved resident or their family is
Most pregnancies end happily with a healthy mother and baby. Tragically, this is not always
When a mother sustains a gynaecological injury during childbirth, often the first emotion is not
Gentamicin has been recognised for many years, at least since 1989, as a very efficacious
Do we have – as some suggest – an aged care “crisis”? [1] We hear and
Sepsis is on the rise. There are three times as many cases of sepsis and
This information sheet outlines the options available to people who wish to make a complaint
This information sheet outlines the options available to people who wish to make a complaint
Confidentiality The duty of psychologists to maintain client confidentially is set out in the Australian
Anaesthesia is a medically induced state of unconsciousness and pain relief, used to help people
This information sheet outlines the options available to people who wish to make a complaint
Cerebral Palsy is a physical disability that affects movement. It is a permanent life-long condition
A Senate inquiry into transvaginal mesh and related matters is currently under way. On 15
Pelvic mesh is a loosely woven sheet which is used as either a permanent or
What are pressure sores? Pressure sores, also known as pressure ulcers or bed sores, are
As part of your claim, you will be required to attend a medico-legal appointment where
A medication or prescription error not only results in a person taking medication that is
Only a relatively small number of cases go to court. The majority are settled beforehand.
What is a medical negligence claim? A medical negligence claim is a claim for compensation
What are medical records? The clinical notes made by a doctor or hospital staff concerning
Prescription or medication errors arise when the wrong medication or an incorrect dose of the
Various drugs collectively known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (“HRT”) have been recognised as effective treatments
There are a number of diagnostic and screening tests available to the expectant mother. Some
In the eyes of the law, a person cannot consent to treatment unless they have
Cosmetic surgery information sheet More people in Australia are turning to cosmetic surgery and cosmetic
Early detection of cancer is critical for obtaining a good prognosis and there are a
The quality of healthcare and patient safety is an issue that concerns us all and one
Gastric banding is a procedure whereby a band is positioned around the upper portion of
Although the legal principles in pursuing dental negligence claims are no different to any other form of medical
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