Pennsylvania Jury Grants $5.6 Million to Parents in Harrowing Case of Botched Birth and Privacy Violation
PITTSBURGH — A jury in Pennsylvania has awarded $5.6 million to the parents of a child who suffered brain damage during childbirth due to alleged medical negligence and a breach of privacy rights. The decision comes after a lengthy trial that spotlighted serious concerns over the standard of care provided during delivery and subsequent handling of confidential medical information. The child, born in October 2013, reportedly experienced complications during birth, leading to significant neurological injuries. The parents claimed that the delivery team failed to promptly address issues that arose during labor, which they argued directly … Read more