The birth of a child should be the happiest day of a family’s life. But when medical negligence occurs in the delivery room, that joy can turn into confusion and heartbreak.
At The Injury Advocates, we understand that birth injury cases are not just about legal battles; they are about the future quality of life for your child.
1. Birth Defect vs. Birth Injury
It is important to distinguish between the two:
- Birth Defect: A genetic or health condition that developed in the womb prior to birth (e.g., a heart defect).
- Birth Injury: Harm caused to the baby during the labor and delivery process, often due to physical pressure or lack of oxygen.
2. Common Preventable Injuries
Many birth injuries are the result of a failure to monitor the baby’s distress signals or a failure to perform a C-section in time. Common injuries include:
- Cerebral Palsy (CP): Often caused by oxygen deprivation (hypoxia) during birth. If the medical team failed to notice the baby’s heart rate dropping, this may be negligence.
- Brachial Plexus Injuries (Erb’s Palsy): This nerve damage occurs when a baby’s shoulder gets stuck during delivery (shoulder dystocia) and the doctor pulls too hard.
- Fractures: Broken collarbones or skulls due to the improper use of forceps or vacuum extractors.
3. The Lifetime Cost of Care
A severe birth injury can require a lifetime of specialized care, including physical therapy, wheelchairs, home modifications, and 24-hour nursing. The costs can run into the millions.
- How we help: A medical malpractice claim isn’t just about “blaming” a doctor; it is about securing the financial resources your child needs to live a full and supported life.
4. Compassionate Legal Support
If your child was injured during birth, you need answers. Was it unavoidable? Or was it a mistake?
Let Us Fight for Your Family.
Contact The Injury Advocates. As your Personal Injury Lawyer, we will investigate the fetal monitoring strips and delivery notes to find the truth.
