Learning that your child has suffered a birth injury is devastating. Even more heartbreaking is discovering that your trusted medical providers could have prevented it. While some birth complications are unavoidable, many birth injuries result from medical negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
Every parent deserves to know their rights when medical mistakes harm their newborn. Birth injury cases are among the most complex medical malpractice claims because they often involve both immediate and long-term damages that can affect your child for life.
Common Birth Injuries from Medical Negligence
Not every birth complication is caused by malpractice, but certain injuries frequently result from preventable medical errors. Healthcare providers need to follow established standards of care to protect both mother and baby. Failure to do so can lead to devastating consequences, including:
- Cerebral palsy from oxygen deprivation
- Erb’s palsy from improper delivery techniques
- Brain damage from delayed C-section
- Fractures from excessive force
- Infections from inadequate monitoring
Signs of Medical Negligence During Birth
Medical negligence isn’t always obvious to parents. Healthcare providers may minimize or fail to disclose their mistakes. Understanding what should have happened during pregnancy, labor, and delivery is crucial for recognizing when standards of care weren’t met. Medical providers may be liable if they failed to:
- Properly monitor fetal distress
- Recognize and respond to complications
- Order a timely C-section
- Use delivery tools correctly
- Provide appropriate prenatal care
- Manage maternal health conditions
The Long-Term Impact
Birth injuries don’t just affect your family today—they can impact your child’s entire future. Many parents don’t realize the full scope of care their injured child might need throughout their life, and insurance companies often undervalue these long-term needs. Your child may need:
- Multiple surgeries
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Special medical equipment
- Modified housing or vehicles
- Lifelong personal care
- Special education services
Take Steps to Protect Your Child’s Future
The Law Offices of Tim Misny has extensive experience with birth injury cases. We work with medical experts to prove negligence and document your child’s current and future needs. While no amount of money can undo the injury, proper compensation ensures your child receives the care they deserve.
Call my office at (877) 614-9524 for a free consultation about your child’s birth injury case. When medical negligence harms your newborn, I’ll Make Them Pay!®
