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Matthew Patterson And Jack Beam Of Beam Legal Team Announce $31.6M Midland...
On May 25, 2023 a Midland Jury, sitting in the courtroom of Hon. Stephen Carras awarded a verdict against MyMichigan Medical Center in the amount of $31,600,000.00, on behalf of a brain-damaged child....
View ArticleBeam Legal Team’s Matt Patterson Invited to Speak at AAJ Webinar: The Magic...
On June 20, 2023, Matt Patterson of Beam Legal Team joined an all-star panel of trial lawyers selected by the American Association of Justice (AAJ) to speak about “The Magic of Advocacy: Takeaways from...
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Coach Ro and Beam Legal Team Unite for Special Olympics: A Tug-of-War for a...
In a powerful demonstration of community support, Coach Ro and Beam Legal Team, LLC have come together to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Through...
View ArticleBirth Trauma Awareness Week 2023: Raising Awareness, Supporting Families, and...
Birth Trauma Awareness Week is an annual event dedicated to shedding light on the physical and psychological challenges faced by individuals who have experienced traumatic births. From July 16th to...
View ArticleThe Disproportionate Impact of Birth Injuries on Minority Communities
In the realm of healthcare, equality is a fundamental right. Yet, it remains an elusive ideal. The attorneys at Beam Legal Team, LLC delve into a pressing issue – the disproportionate impact of birth...
View ArticleUnlocking the Silence: How Brain Implants Could Revolutionize Communication...
A recent study conducted by the University of California, San Francisco, and Stanford University offers hope for individuals who have lost their ability to speak due to brain injuries or neurological...
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Landmark Victory Featured in Media: $31.6 Million Verdict Sets New Precedent
Beam Legal Team, a Chicago-based law firm renowned for their expertise in birth injury cases, has won a landmark $31.6 million verdict against MyMichigan Health. It was the first victory for a medical...
View ArticleCerebral Palsy Due to Birth Injury: What Every Parent Should Know
As a parent, your child’s birth is supposed to be a momentous event filled with anticipation and joy. But what if this joyful occasion is marred by a birth injury leading to cerebral palsy? The impact...
View ArticleHistoric $55 Million Verdict in Chicago Birth Trauma Case: A Testament to...
In a landmark decision that underscores the importance of medical responsibility and patient rights, a Cook County jury has awarded one of the largest birth trauma verdicts in Chicago’s history. The...
View ArticleUnderstanding Cerebral Palsy: How Birth Injuries Can Impact Your Child’s Future
Cerebral palsy is a complex condition that can have profound implications for a child’s future. It’s a group of disorders affecting a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. Cerebral...
View ArticleHow Long Can a Baby Survive Without Oxygen At Birth?
Birth asphyxia is a medical condition that occurs when a baby’s brain and other organs do not get enough oxygen before, during, or right after birth. This lack of oxygen can lead to serious health...
View ArticleSpinal Cord Injuries in Newborns: How it Happens and What to Do
A spinal cord injury during birth can affect the rest of a child’s life, leaving them with a number of lasting and disabling medical issues. According to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, roughly 60...
View ArticleCerebral Palsy Awareness Month: How to Take Part
March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, recognized as an important time for individuals, families, and communities impacted by cerebral palsy (CP). This month is dedicated to increasing understanding,...
View ArticleCelebrating the One-Year Anniversary of Alex Roca, a Runner With Cerebral...
March 19 marks the one-year anniversary of a historic achievement by Alex Roca Campillo, a Spanish runner with cerebral palsy and reduced mobility. On that date in 2023, he completed the Barcelona...
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Pitocin: The Opioid of Obstetrics
For some pregnant women, labor and delivery can be prolonged, difficult, and long overdue. When this happens, many doctors recommend that women take Pitocin to induce labor. According to a 2020 study,...
View ArticleHow Does a Brain Injury Occur During Pregnancy or Labor?
Any injury that involves the brain is serious and needs careful treatment and monitoring. Brain injuries don’t just happen in adults—they can occur in infants and babies as well. Understanding how...
View ArticleWhat Are the Long-Term Effects of Birth Asphyxia?
Birth asphyxia, or perinatal asphyxia, refers to oxygen deprivation during labor or delivery long enough to cause physical harm, including brain damage. This oxygen deprivation can result from many...
View ArticleWhat Is Fetal Distress?
Fetal distress is a term used to describe a situation where an unborn baby may be experiencing oxygen deprivation or another form of stress. This can happen during pregnancy, labor, or delivery. Here’s...
View ArticleArrest of Descent and Cephalopelvic Disproportion (CPD)
The Relationship Between CPD/Cord, Head Compression, and Diminished Fetal Oxygen Reserves What is Cephalopelvic Disproportion (CPD)? Cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD) is a birth injury or condition...
View ArticleWhen Should C-Sections be Ordered by Doctors and Advocated by Labor Nurses?
C-sections are often required during labor under circumstances where a vaginal delivery would pose a risk to the mother, the baby, or both. Common situations that may necessitate a C-section include:...
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