01 / The case
What happened during delivery
A baby suffered severe head and brain injuries during a vacuum-assisted delivery and died. The family pursued a medical-negligence claim concerning the care provided during that delivery.
02 / The case
The conduct in dispute
The family alleged that the physician used the device improperly, including applying excessive force after the vacuum cup detached. These were allegations concerning the delivery technique; the settlement was not a court finding that the allegations were proved.
03 / The case
Representation of the family
Sam Allen and co-counsel represented the family. The matter concluded through a confidential settlement.
04 / The case
How the matter concluded
The settlement amount is confidential and is not disclosed.
Historical case experience
Sam Allen with co-counsel during prior practice. This account describes Sam’s individual litigation experience, not a result obtained by the present Allen Legal firm alone.
Each case depends on its own facts and legal circumstances. Results obtained for other clients do not necessarily indicate that similar results can be obtained for you.