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Medical Malpractice
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Case Details
Jury awarded to a family whose child suffered severe brain injuries (hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy - HIE, cerebral palsy, hearing loss) during birth due to medical negligence (failure to recognize fetal distress, use of Pitocin, delayed C-section) by NorthShore University Health System, Evanston Hospital, and several doctors and nurses.
Additional Notes
Lawsuit filed in 2014. Health system offered $10 million settlement prior to verdict. Trial lasted 11 days. Health system expected to appeal.