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What complications during labor and delivery can cause birth injuries?
- Breech Delivery
- Delayed Cesarean Section
- Fetal Distress
- Placental Abruption
- Placenta Previa
- Prolapsed Cord
- Nuchal Cord
- Meconium Aspiration
- Medical Negligence
- Shoulder Dystocia
- Uterine Rupture
What traumatic birth injuries can be caused during labor and delivery?
(HIE) Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy
Cerebral Palsy
Erb’s Palsy
Stroke
Seizures in newborns
(neonatal seizures, also known as baby seizures)
Other traumatic birth injuries include:
Brain Stem Injuries
Cerebral Hemorrhage
Intracranial Hemorrhage
Anoxia and Hypoxia
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Perinatal Asphyxia
Fractures
Brachial Plexus Injuries
Neonatal Shock
Spinal Cord Trauma
Did your child experience a birth injury that you believe was caused by medical negligence?
Birth injuries, such as hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), can lead to lifelong challenges for both children and their families. If you suspect medical mistakes played a role in your child’s diagnosis, it’s important to consult with an experienced HIE attorney as soon as possible.
HIE Newborn is dedicated to supporting families affected by birth injuries related to medical malpractice or negligence. Our knowledgeable birth injury lawyers can help you pursue the financial compensation needed to provide for your child’s ongoing care and future needs.
We understand how complex these cases can be and have a proven track record of securing substantial settlements for families just like yours.
Top 6 Signs of Medical Negligence During Childbirth
The laws governing medical negligence state that you have a right to hold healthcare professionals liable for these and other circumstances:
- Prolonged or difficult labor
- Failure to test and treat pregnancy-related conditions
- Failure to detect an umbilical cord wrapped around the infant’s neck
- Misdiagnosis of pregnancy-related conditions
- Failure to quickly perform an emergency C-section
- Failure to detect negative fetal vital signs
Birth Injury FAQs
Can a birth injury cause Cerebral Palsy?
One of the most common preventable birth injuries is Cerebral Palsy. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 10,000 children are born in the United States each year with this condition. The medical expenses and cost of care for a child with CP can be devastating for a family.
Our CP lawyers have extensive knowledge when it comes to birth injury claims and litigation involving cerebral palsy. We understand that each case is unique and requires special attention to detail.
We will start gathering evidence from day one and use the latest legal techniques to build a strong case on your behalf. We approach each case with compassion.
We can file a medical malpractice case on your behalf. Our birth defect attorneys will seek the maximum recovery possible. This will help cover the lifetime needs of your child.
Cerebral Palsy can occur when a baby is deprived of oxygen during delivery, leading to brain damage. If your child has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, it is crucial to investigate the circumstances of their birth. This is to determine if medical negligence was involved.
Is a Brachial Plexus Birth Injury permanent?
Brachial Plexus Injuries are another common birth injury that can occur when the nerves controlling the arm are damaged during delivery. This can happen when the shoulder gets stuck behind the mother’s pelvic bone during a difficult delivery.
If not identified and treated promptly, it could result in permanent nerve damage to the child’s arm. This injury is often preventable if the doctor recognizes the risk and takes the necessary steps to prevent it.
Why does Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) happen?
One of the most devastating preventable birth injuries is Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE). This occurs when the baby’s brain is deprived of oxygen during delivery. This can cause permanent brain damage, leading to conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, developmental delays, and seizures.
HIE can have lifelong effects on a child, and if not prevented, it can result in a lifetime of medical care.
What is the medical standard of care?
Medical standard of care is the duty and responsibility of doctors, nurses, and hospitals. They need to provide an appropriate level of professional care to their patients.
Providers have an obligation to follow all medical laws, regulations, and protocols. This is done to ensure safe treatment and prevent unnecessary harm.
When a health care provider does not meet their medical standard of care, it can be considered medical malpractice. This is especially true if an infant is injured during labor and delivery.
If your newborn baby suffered an injury due to negligence or medical malpractice during labor and delivery, you may have the right to pursue a birth injury claim.
A qualified team of medical malpractice lawyers can help evaluate your case and determine if you are eligible for financial compensation. We offer a free consultation so that clients can discuss their legal options without any upfront costs or obligations.
