Is it legally permissible for a pregnant woman to receive medical treatment that might affect her newborn?
The New Jersey Supreme Court unanimously ruled in Division of Child Protection and Permanency v. Y.N. that a pregnant woman did not violate state abuse and negligence laws by pursuing a methadone maintenance treatment program...
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Month: January 2015
New Jersey Hospital Facing Birth Injury Lawsuit
Is there a specific cause of action for a baby that dies at birth as a result of medical malpractice?
Few situations provoke as much emotion as when a baby passes away. Unfortunately, some infants do perish during the birthing process and, often times, this tragic event is the result of medical malpractice. Medical malpractice...
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