US Edition2-year-old girl dies after being bitten by fire ants, lawsuit says
- Maya Getahun, a 2-year-old, died on October 7, 2024, prompting a lawsuit against Piedmont Healthcare.
- Maya's parents brought her to Piedmont Eastside Medical Center after she was bitten by fire ants and had an allergic reaction.
- The lawsuit alleges negligence, citing a 20-minute delay in administering epinephrine and the lack of proper intubation equipment.
- According to the suit, Maya's parents watched helplessly as she died from lack of oxygen; attorney Bell stated, "This case is about accountability."
- Seeking damages and a jury trial, the parents, represented by Bell Law Firm, aim to prevent similar incidents and secure justice for Maya.
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‘Looked on Helplessly’: Girl Died From Ant Bites After Hospital Negligence, Parents Say
The parents of a 2-year-old girl in Georgia are suing a local hospital following the tragic death of their daughter after she was bitten by ants and suffered an allergic reaction. The lawsuit, filed on April 4, claims that the medical staff at Piedmont Eastside Medical Center in Snellville failed to treat their daughter, Maya Getahun, properly, resulting in her death. According to the family, the hospital’s emergency room lacked the necessary eq…
Toddler Dies After Fire Ant Bite. Parents Sue Georgia Hospital
The parents of 2-year-old Maya Getahun filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Piedmont Eastside Medical Center in Snellville after their daughter died following an ant bite reaction. The lawsuit claims medical staff delayed administering epinephrine for over 20 minutes despite what the family calls clear signs of an allergic reaction. When the doctor attempted to intubate Maya, she discovered she didn’t have properly sized pediatric equipment. T…
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