New York Birth Injuries Attorneys
If you believe that medical malpractice during the birthing process caused injury to your child, we can help. Our New York-based team of experienced malpractice attorneys will evaluate your case for free. Please call us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out our online contact form. We will fight for you!
The process of giving birth is a delicate one that can be full of complications. Damages to a baby during pregnancy, labor, and delivery occur all too often. In fact, statistics suggest that approximately 27 out of every 1,000 births in the United States involve some sort of birth-related injury. Such injuries are different from birth defects, which are usually the result of a genetic disorder.
Although some birth injuries result from natural causes, many result from a medical professional’s negligence or error. If you believe that medical malpractice during the birthing process caused injury to your child, call Schwartzapfel Truhowsky Marcus P.C. Our New York team of experienced malpractice attorneys has more than 150 years of combined experience and offers a free initial consultation. Please call us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out our online contact form. We will fight for you!
Malpractice occurs when a doctor causes an injury or worsens the effects of a naturally occurring injury by acting in a manner not consistent with established medical practices. A number of people may be held responsible for a birth injury other than the doctor, including attending nurses, support staff, technicians, and even the hospital itself.
Causes of Birth Injuries. Some common birth mistakes include:
- Leaving the baby in the birth canal too long;
- Improper use of medical instruments;
- Failure to perform a Cesarean section when the baby is in distress;
- Failure to respond to the mother’s changing health conditions.
Types of Birth Injuries. Some common injuries include:
- Bone fractures;
- Bleeding or bruising;
- Nerve damage, such as Erb's Palsy;
- Brain injuries and mental retardation.
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 a form of brain damage that results when the supply of oxygen to a baby’s brain is reduced. It is the duty of the medical personnel present at a birth to ensure that a baby is properly oxygenated and to take immediate action to correct any potential problems. Learn more about Cerebral Palsy.
Erb’s Palsy: Birth Injury Affecting the Nerves
Erb’s Palsy or Brachial Plexus Palsy and Klumpke’s Palsy are trauma injuries caused by excessive pressure to a baby’s neck or head during delivery. This injury affects the network of nerves controlling the arms and hands. The nerves can be stretched, partially torn, or completely ruptured, leaving the newborn with permanent disabilities. Learn more about Erb’s Palsy.
Legal Help for Birth Injuries
If you suspect that your child has sustained a birth injury, you should seek legal assistance as soon as possible after the birth. Even if you are unsure, the New York birth injury attorneys of Schwartzapfel Truhowsky Marcus P.C. can review your case and help you determine whether you have grounds to seek money damages for your child's injuries. Although money cannot make up for the harm caused, it can help pay for the expensive and lengthy medical care that your injured child will likely need. It can also help with other costs incurred in giving your child the best possible future.
If your child was injured during the birthing process, you do not have to face your emotional and financial challenges alone. If you suspect your child’s birth injuries are a result of medical malpractice, please call Schwartzapfel Truhowsky Marcus P.C. at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out our online contact form for a free case evaluation. We will fight for you!
