March 27, 2024Preeclampsia can be life-threatening for pregnant mothers and babies. It can also cause serious birth injuries if left untreated. Most pregnant mothers and their medical teams identify and treat preeclampsia without harm to mother or child. However, there are other...
Read More March 20, 2024It’s your healthcare provider’s duty to protect you, right? Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Even at the hands of a trusted physician or healthcare professional, many patients fall victim to unexpected sexual abuse. So why does this keep happening,...
Read More February 12, 2024In the realm of healthcare, trust is paramount. Patients rely on medical professionals to prioritize their well-being and provide competent care. However, instances of medical malpractice can shatter this trust, leaving individuals vulnerable, potentially hurt, and in search of justice....
Read More February 5, 2024This post is directed to current clients of Hurley McKenna & Mertz P.C. who have made claims in the Boy Scout bankruptcy proceeding. We believe that the strength of your BSA abuse claim will depend on supporting your claim with...
Read More November 20, 2023The birth of a child is a moment of joy and anticipation for any family. However, when complications arise during the delivery process, it can lead to serious consequences, including birth-related brain injuries. These injuries can have a lasting impact...
Read More September 26, 2023On Aug. 31, Hurley McKenna & Mertz (HMM) filed an additional 12 misconduct lawsuits against OB-GYN Vernon Cannon and his former employer DuPage Medical Group, now Duly Health & Care. These new lawsuits accuse Cannon of performing exams while intoxicated...
Read More September 7, 2023More than 82,000 alleged victims. Decades of sexual abuse. Thousands of lawsuits. These numbers define history’s largest case of sexual abuse connected to one organization: the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). Netflix’s new documentary, “Scout’s Honor: The Secrets of the...
Read More September 6, 2023Hurley McKenna & Mertz (HMM) is proud to announce that it has been featured in the Netflix documentary, “Scout’s Honor: The Secret Files of the Boy Scouts of America,” for its work in representing thousands of survivors of sexual abuse...
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