Category Archives: Austin, TX
Are Autistic Children Vulnerable to Obesity?
We are currently looking for parents of autistic fraternal twins, because we believe that there may be a link between the disorder and the drug terbutaline, also known as Brethine, Bricanyl and Brethaire. Our firm is looking for fraternal twins, because they share 50 percent of their DNA with their siblings, but face the same exposures during gestation, meaning they share exposure to all substances with their mother including to potentially harmful drugs like terbutaline. Unfortunately, autism is a tragic diagnosis for children and parents. The disorder can lead to physical and mental problems, which may require expensive physical therapy and rehabilitation. Sadly, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that one in 68 children now has autism—a 30 percent increase over the previous two years. In addition to developmental delays, a new study has indicated that children with autism are also more likely to be obese or…
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Can I File a Lawsuit If My Child Suffered a Brain Injury during Delivery?
A botched delivery for a child can be heartbreaking, as brain damage can result in intellectual limitations, hearing deficits, vision impairment, behavioral problems, seizures and learning disabilities, which the child will have to suffer with for the rest of his or her life. Malpractice cases involving brain injuries are troubling for everyone involved, as victims often require extended therapy and rehabilitation. Additionally, there may be specialized education needs required to treat the child, which are costly not only for parents, but for taxpayers and the public. Many injuries during the birthing process are caused by the use of forceps and/or other forms of medical devices. It is estimated that one in 664 infants delivered using medical forceps sustains a brain injury, as does one in 860 infants delivered using a vacuum extractor. Another way an injury can occur during childbirth is through a delay in services. If a doctor fails…
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Does Your Child Have Cerebral Palsy? Girl Goes on National Awareness Tour
The Amarillo Globe-News had an interesting story recently about a 12 year old that suffers from cerebral palsy, who is on an awareness tour spanning the country. The news outlet reported that Rebecca Foley is on a 22-state tour called Ask Me About CP: 2014 Trip Across America to Amarillo. The tour started on June 29, and includes meet-and-greets and a presentation about the Treasured Tyrtle Project, which allows “people to get to know Rebecca and share a day in her life.” Foley is taking the tour with her father and older sister. The Treasured Tyrtle Project is named after a collection of turtles Foley has had since she was younger. The tour serves as an effort to celebrate her life and raise scholarship funds for children and families affected by the disorder. Rev. Jack Foley, Rebecca’s father, told the newspaper that the scholarships will “provide opportunities to attend special…
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