Birth Injury

Understanding Birth Injuries

Birth injuries are traumatic events that can have lifelong consequences for both the child and the parents. These injuries often occur due to medical negligence or errors during pregnancy, labor, or delivery. Navigating the legal complexities of birth injury cases requires a dedicated and knowledgeable legal team to ensure justice and appropriate compensation for the affected families.

Common Types of Birth Injuries

Cerebral Palsy: A group of disorders affecting movement and muscle tone, often caused by brain damage before or during birth.
Erb’s Palsy: A condition caused by nerve damage to the brachial plexus, resulting in weakness or paralysis of the arm.
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): Brain damage caused by a lack of oxygen (hypoxia) or blood flow (ischemia) to the brain during birth.
Fractures: Broken bones, commonly the clavicle or collarbone, due to difficult deliveries or improper handling during birth.
Facial Nerve Injuries: Damage to the facial nerves caused by pressure or trauma during delivery, leading to temporary or permanent facial paralysis.
Shoulder Dystocia: A complication where the baby’s shoulder gets stuck behind the mother’s pelvic bone, potentially causing injury to both mother and child.

Causes of Birth Injuries

Medical Negligence:

Failure to properly monitor the mother and baby’s vital signs during labor.
Delayed or improper response to fetal distress.
Incorrect use of delivery instruments such as forceps or vacuum extractors.
Failure to perform a timely C-section when necessary.

How We Can Help

At Napleton & Partners, we understand the emotional and financial toll that birth injuries can take on a family. Our experienced attorneys are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective legal representation to help you seek justice and compensation. Our services include:

Comprehensive Case Evaluation: Assessing the details of your case to determine if medical negligence occurred.
Expert Collaboration: Working with medical experts to establish the standard of care and identify deviations that led to the injury.
Evidence Gathering: Collecting and analyzing medical records, witness statements, and other relevant evidence to build a strong case.
Negotiation and Settlement: Engaging with insurance companies and responsible parties to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation, and long-term care needs.
Litigation: Providing robust representation in court if a fair settlement cannot be reached.

Advocating for Your Family’s Future

Birth injuries can have a profound impact on your child’s quality of life and your family’s well-being. It is crucial to have experienced legal support to navigate the complexities of these cases and ensure your family’s rights are protected.

Contact Us

If your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence, contact Napleton & Partners today for a free consultation. Our dedicated team is here to support you through this difficult time and help you pursue the justice and compensation your family deserves.

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