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Laryngeal nerve birth injuries in New York

The laryngeal nerves control various functions of the larynx, or windpipe, such as breathing and swallowing. Occasionally, the position of an infant’s head while in the uterus or during birth can cause an injury to the nerves that may result in vocal cord paralysis. The trauma to the nerve usually occurs when the child’s head is turned and bent to one side at delivery and may adversely affect the child’s ability to breathe and swallow effectively.

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The Defense can Change its Stance after a Deposition

In a medical malpractice case, the defense attorney strongly denies that his client has done anything wrong, until the plaintiff’s lawyer finishes questioning the doctor at pre trial testimony. In this case, the plaintiff has suffered significant injury following a colonoscopy procedure.

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Res Ipsa Loquitor in a Medical Malpractice Case

In order to file a medical malpractice case in the state of New York, you are required to bring in a medical expert to support your claim. The claim should show that there was wrongdoing, the injuries were caused by the wrongdoing, and the injuries are significant and/or permanent. However, in certain instances expert testimony is not required.

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