If you believe your child has been injured during the birthing process due to medical malpractice, our New York-based team of experienced malpractice attorneys can help. Please call us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out the form to the right of the page for immediate attention to your case. We will fight for you! .
Birth injuries are damages that occur to the child during pregnancy, labor and delivery. While the birthing process is part of the natural life cycle, it is complicated at the same time. Medical personnel must do everything in their power to prevent harm to the mother and the baby.
Injuries at birth are malpractice when the doctor causes an injury or worsens the effects of a naturally occurring injury by acting in a manner not consistent with established medical practices.
Common Birth Injuries
As a birth progresses, there are several key stages at which injury or damage can occur if a physician fails to be vigilant and notice signs of distress. Some injuries include:
1. Bone fractures
2. Facial paralysis or other nerve damage
3. Brain injuries
4. Umbilical cord entrapment
5. Forceps or vacuum extractor injuries
It is the duty of the medical personnel present at a birth to monitor the status of mother and child, and to act quickly when problems develop. If medical personnel are negligent, permanent injuries can occur that will affect the child’s entire life.
Two major birth injuries our malpractice attorneys deal with routinely are Cerebral Palsy and Erb’s Palsy.
Cerebral Palsy: Birth injury affecting the brain
Cerebral Palsy is brain injury that results when the infant's supply of oxygen to the brain is reduced.
The treating physician has a responsibility to monitor the baby during birth to ensure that he or she is properly oxygenated, and to take immediate action to correct any potential problems.
Please click here to learn more about Cerebral Palsy.
Erb's Palsy: Birth injury affecting the nerves
Erb's/Brachial Plexus Palsy is a mechanical trauma injury caused by physical force on a child's body. This palsy affects the network of nerves controlling the arms and hands. In extreme cases, the damage could require surgery to repair or even be permanent.
Please click here to learn more about Erb's Brachial Palsy.
Legal Help for Birth Defects due to injury
The arrival of a newborn should be exciting and joyful for the family. When something goes wrong during the birth, requiring additional hospitalization for your infant or permanent disability for your child, the effects on the family can be devastating. If your child was injured during the birthing process, you are not alone.
If you suspect your child's birth injuries are a result of medical malpractice, please call us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out the form to the right of the page for immediate attention to your case. We will fight for you.
