Category Archives: Birth Injury
Fetal Laceration Birth Injuries & Malpractice
Fetal Lacerations During C-Section Whether planned, unexpected, or emergent, a C-Section (cesarean birth) is major surgery. While you are undoubtedly thrilled at the arrival of your newborn, you may be shocked when you discover fetal lacerations on your baby. While they should heal, some may be of such a severe nature that injurious harm… Read More »
Steps in Birth Injury Lawsuits
Birth Injury Lawsuits Explained Birth injuries are classified as a type of medical malpractice. When they occur, birth injury lawsuits are filed to compensate and give justice to mothers, fathers, babies and children who suffered injury and harm due to negligence on the part of a licensed healthcare provider. This negligence could be failure… Read More »
What to Do if You’re Not Stitched Properly After Childbirth
The big day has come and gone. You are filled with emotion and relief, but something may not seem right. Your doctor stitched your perineal tear after you gave birth, but you aren’t sure whether what you’re experiencing now is normal or due to improper stitching.This article will discuss some common questions and symptoms… Read More »
Forceps Delivery Injuries
Forceps delivery is a type of assisted vaginal delivery that helps guide the baby out of the birth canal. When used by an experienced doctor and under established standards of care, a delivery using forceps (a medical instrument resembling two spoons or a pair of tongs) can be safely performed. However, if improperly utilized,… Read More »
Can You Sue for Shoulder Dystocia?
Updated: January 20, 2022 Model depicted not actual client. Yes. Mothers and babies who suffered shoulder dystocia during childbirth may have a medical malpractice claim. As such, they can file a lawsuit for damages and pain and suffering. If you or your baby has been injured by shoulder dystocia, call the experienced Philadelphia birth… Read More »
How Long Can You Wait to File a Claim in the Case of Birth Injury?
The birth of a child should be a time of celebration, but sometimes it can turn into a tragedy due to an injury to the infant. If that occurs because of the negligence of a medical provider, you may be able to get financial compensation that helps pay for your child’s care. While birth… Read More »
Preventing Infant Brain Damage: Why it’s Important to Act Fast
Understanding Infant Brain Damage at Birth There are many reasons why an infant can suffer from brain damage at birth, such as asphyxia, a mother’s low blood pressure, or skull fractures from a forceps delivery. Brain damage can be prevented when doctors and other medical professionals involved in a baby’s care at birth, act… Read More »
Can a Baby Recover From Birth Asphyxia?
What is Birth Asphyxia? Asphyxia is a term used to describe a lack of oxygen and blood flow to the brain. When a baby’s brain and other organs are deprived of oxygen during or immediately after birth, they can be at serious risk of harm. Here’s what you need to know about the likelihood… Read More »
Can a Birth Injury Cause ADHD?
Models depicted are not actual clients. Many mental disorders are often attributed to a combination of genetic and environmental factors; now, research suggests that birth injuries may be correlated with the development of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a mental disorder that can affect a person’s school, personal, and work life. What Is ADHD? The National… Read More »
What are the Warning Signs of Premature Labor?
The Effects of Premature Labor Going into premature labor can be a frightening experience, and not knowing the future of your baby’s health can make it that much scarier. With proper monitoring of your pregnancy, doctors can assess whether you are considered high risk, take the necessary precautions, and administer the appropriate treatments to… Read More »