Sepsis & Infections
Incomplete abortions and unsanitary conditions can cause severe infections that lead to sepsis, a life-threatening complication. Women who survive may face weeks or months of recovery, sometimes with lasting damage. These situations are preventable, and no one should suffer because a provider failed to act responsibly. Legal action can ensure accountability and prevent other women from facing the same nightmare.
Uncontrolled Bleeding
Heavy, uncontrolled bleeding is a common complication and it can quickly turn fatal without proper intervention. For some women, the trauma doesn’t end in the emergency room, as anemia, physical weakness, and emotional scars linger for years. Providers have a duty to inform women of this risk and respond immediately if it occurs. When they fail, the law provides a way to seek justice.
Infertility & Future Pregnancy Complications
One of the most heartbreaking outcomes of abortion-related injuries is infertility. Damaged reproductive organs, scar tissue, or untreated infections can rob a woman of her ability to have children in the future. Even when pregnancy is possible, complications may increase the risk of miscarriage or danger to both mother and baby. Women deserve to know the risks, and when negligence takes away their choices, legal recourse may help them move forward.
Psychological Harm / Suicidal Thoughts
The pain of abortion isn’t always physical. Many women struggle with depression, PTSD, or even suicidal thoughts after their experience. These are not signs of weakness; they are natural responses to trauma. Yet providers rarely acknowledge this harm or offer real support. By recognizing psychological injury as a legitimate form of harm, the law gives women a voice where the medical system has failed them.
Ectopic Pregnancy Rupture
Failure to diagnose an ectopic pregnancy can lead to catastrophic consequences, including rupture, internal bleeding, and loss of fertility. In some cases, women nearly lose their lives because abortion providers overlooked or ignored obvious warning signs. These tragedies are preventable with basic medical diligence. Legal claims not only provide compensation but also spotlight the reckless practices that put women at risk.