Des Moines Cerebral Palsy Verdict
A Polk County Jury has awarded a family $13 Million to compensate them for a Medical Malpractice mistake that took place during the birth of their son.
The mother of a four-year-old boy with cerebral palsy says doctors at Broadlawns Medical Center are to blame for her son's condition. This week, a Polk County jury agreed and awarded her more than $13 million.
As doctors prepared to perform a c-section on Deb Gardner, she says they stopped monitoring her baby's heartbeat. She says a spinal anesthetic caused her blood pressure to drop, which cut off oxygen to the baby. Finally, she says doctors did not realize there was a problem and took their time performing the c-section.
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Three and a half years ago, Debra Gardner filed a lawsuit. Yesterday, after an 11-day trial, a jury ruled in her favor and awarded her $13.5 million. "I just want my son to have a good life, and for him to live to his fullest potential. Its all for him and its worth it. He's worth every fight," she says.
That's it right there. A parent fighting for her child. You go. Good luck as you and your family move forward.
Source: www.whotv.com
I'm Emily's Mom (getemilywalking) and I wondered if you've ever seen any positive outcomes from RSD MM cases. Thank you for your comment the other day, it's strange to know that people actually read what I write.