Pregnancy

Connecticut Jury Awards $17 Million in Malpractice Case for Stillborn Baby Due to Untreated Pregnancy Condition

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STAMFORD, Conn. — In a high-stakes legal battle that has captured the attention of the Connecticut community, a jury in Stamford awarded $17 million in damages to Jacqueline Rodezno of Greenwich, following a malpractice lawsuit she filed over the stillbirth of her daughter. Rodezno contended that medical errors made at Greenwich Hospital directly led to the tragic outcome of her pregnancy. The lawsuit involved multiple defendants including Greenwich Hospital, Northeast Medical Group, and physicians Dr. Annette Bond and Dr. Diana Adams. Both the hospital and the medical group are affiliated with Yale New Haven Health, … Read more

WNBA Star Dearica Hamby Files Lawsuit Against League, Alleges Pregnancy Discrimination and Retaliation

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Los Angeles, CA – Sparks forward Dearica Hamby is taking legal action against the WNBA and her former team, the Aces, over allegations that she faced discriminatory treatment due to her pregnancy. The lawsuit, filed in Nevada, arrives after more than a year since her initial complaint sparked a league investigation, resulting in fines and disciplinary actions against the Aces. Hamby, who recently represented the U.S. in the 3×3 basketball event at the Paris Olympics and secured a bronze medal, claims she has faced “repeated acts of retaliation, intimidation, and discrimination” since her pregnancy became … Read more

WNBA Star Dearica Hamby Sues League and Former Team, Claiming Discrimination During Pregnancy

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Las Vegas, Nevada — WNBA star Dearica Hamby has taken legal action against her former team, the Las Vegas Aces, and the WNBA itself, alleging discriminatory practices related to her pregnancy. The forward filed the lawsuit after what she describes as a series of detrimental actions taken against her because she was pregnant during the 2022-2023 season. Hamby claims that she was not only disparaged with comments regarding her pregnancy but was also unjustly traded to the Los Angeles Sparks shortly thereafter. According to Hamby’s statement, she informed the Aces of her pregnancy in early … Read more

Former Hackensack Teacher Sues, Alleging She Lost Job Due to Pregnancy

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Hackensack, NJ — A former Hackensack High School teacher claims she was terminated from her position due to her pregnancy, sparking a legal battle that highlights ongoing concerns around workplace discrimination. The teacher, who dedicated several years to educating students in business studies, filed a lawsuit in Bergen County Superior Court, alleging that her dismissal was not only unjust but also a direct violation of her rights. According to the lawsuit, the teacher informed the school administration of her pregnancy in early 2019, a disclosure that was initially met with congratulatory remarks. However, the complaint … Read more