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Last Modified on Jan 08, 2025
Birth injuries can have long-term effects on the mother, child, and family. When birth injuries are the result of a breach of the standard of care, legal action may be warranted .
Birth Injuries and Medical Malpractice
Common examples of medical malpractice which can result in birth injuries include:
- Failure to properly monitor the baby at the time of labor and delivery.
- Failing to perform a medically necessary C-section at the appropriate time, resulting in complications for both mother and baby.
- Improperly using delivery tools, such as a vacuum extractor or forceps, resulting in injuries to the baby.
- A failure to properly treat infections, resulting in harm to the mother and/or baby.
Negligence that results in harm to an infant or the mother can still make the provider liable.
Medical Expenses
If a doctor’s malpractice resulted in your child developing a disability, , the child’s past and future medical expenses are included in the damages of the case. If your child requires therapy, a caregiver, or other medical treatment to maintain or improve their health, these costs will be factored into your case.
A common birth injury that can be caused by medical malpractice is infant brain damage, resulting in cerebral palsy.
Speak With a Lawyer at Goethel Engelhardt, PLLCM
Caring for a child who has suffered birth injury can be emotionally, physically, and financially draining. At Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC, we understand the toll that birth injuries can take on families. If your child suffered a birth injury due to malpractice, contact our office today to consult with one of our experienced medical malpractice lawyers.
