MDLinxCT Court Awards Mother $17.1 Million After Stillbirth

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A recent Connecticut court ruling has awarded $17.1 million to a mother following a stillbirth at Greenwich Hospital in 2015. The case highlights ongoing concerns about maternal and fetal care in obstetrics, particularly regarding the management of pregnancy-related liver conditions. This verdict, along with another recent malpractice suit against the same hospital, further magnifies the importance of proper prenatal care and timely intervention in high-risk pregnancies.

Key Points:

• A jury awarded Jaqueline Rodezno $17.1 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit against Greenwich Hospital following the stillbirth of her daughter in June 2015.
• The lawsuit alleged negligence in managing Rodezno’s intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, claiming the hospital failed to recognize the significance of abnormal liver levels and deliver the baby in a timely manner.
• Greenwich Hospital, its parent company Northeast Medical Group, and two physicians were named in the lawsuit, which went to trial in August 2024.
• Expert testimony suggested that earlier delivery could have resulted in a live birth.
• This case follows another recent lawsuit against Greenwich Hospital’s labor and delivery department, filed in July 2024, alleging inappropriate use of assisted labor devices led to an infant’s death.
• Obstetricians are among the most commonly sued medical specialists, with multiple factors contributing to this trend.
• Proper pre- and postnatal care, patient education, and prompt response to danger signs are crucial in preventing birth complications.

“We remain steadfast in our belief that we acted consistently with our mission, vision, values and legacy in providing care to the family, though we know that does not minimize the loss they experienced. We are disappointed in the verdict and are evaluating our options for moving forward.”
– Greenwich Hospital Spokesperson

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