Case Result

$50M

Medical Malpractice

2013

Trial Verdict

Normandy Park, WA

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Case Details

Jury award for a Burien couple due to negligence by Valley Medical Center and LabCorp in handling a prenatal genetic test, which failed to reveal a chromosomal defect. Their son was born with severe mental and physical disabilities.

Additional Notes

The jury concluded that if the test had been handled correctly, the couple would have terminated the pregnancy. The award covers life-long care needs, medical bills, economic damages, and pain and suffering. The defendants were considering an appeal.

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