May 12, 2025
When childbirth takes a tragic turn, the ripple effects extend far beyond the delivery room. Parents who were eagerly awaiting their baby’s first cry may suddenly find themselves in the middle of a medical crisis, one that can leave lifelong emotional and physical scars. One […]
Read MoreMarch 24, 2025
Welcoming a new baby should be joyful and exciting, but complications during delivery can bring unexpected challenges. A brachial plexus birth injury can affect a child’s ability to move their arm, sometimes leading to long-term difficulties that no parent should ever have to face. If […]
Read MoreJanuary 27, 2025
Forceps, a medical tool resembling large tongs, are often used during childbirth to assist with delivery when complications arise. While they can be lifesaving in certain situations, the improper or negligent use of forceps can cause serious harm to both the mother and the child. […]
Read MoreDecember 02, 2024
Each year in the U.S., thousands of children are born with birth injuries—medical conditions or physical trauma sustained during labor and delivery. With an estimated rate of 1.9 injuries per 1,000 live births and nearly 3.6 million births in 2023, this translates to about 7,000 […]
Read MoreNovember 25, 2024
When a birth injury occurs during the birth of a child, the impact on the family is far-reaching, often leaving them emotionally, physically, and financially devastated. In these moments, families need more than just a birth injury attorney; they deserve qualified and, more importantly, compassionate […]
Read MoreOctober 14, 2024
Obstetricians and nurses have an obligation to provide the best care possible to their patients. One of the delivery methods they can use to prevent birth complications is a cesarean section (or C-section). Though C-sections aren’t always preferred as a delivery method, they can prevent […]
Read MoreOctober 07, 2024
Fetal monitoring is a crucial practice during labor and delivery that helps ensure the mother’s and baby’s well-being. By closely monitoring the baby’s heart rate and other vital signs, healthcare providers can detect potential issues early and take prompt action to prevent or treat complications. […]
Read MoreSeptember 02, 2024
Fetal monitoring is a critical aspect of obstetric care during labor and delivery. It involves tracking the unborn baby’s heart rate and other vital signs to ensure their well-being. Proper fetal monitoring can detect signs of distress, guiding healthcare professionals in making timely and appropriate […]
Read MoreAugust 12, 2024
Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) occurs when a baby’s brain doesn’t receive enough oxygen and blood, leading to potential brain damage. This condition affects approximately 1.5 infants out of every 1,000 births worldwide. Families dealing with HIE face major financial burdens that extend far beyond the initial […]
Read MoreJune 24, 2024
If your child suffered a brachial plexus injury during birth, such as Klumpke or Erb’s palsy, you may be looking for answers. The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that controls the signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand. These two […]
Read MoreMay 27, 2024
Losing a child due to potential medical malpractice is an indescribable heartbreak for parents, made even more difficult when healthcare providers refuse to acknowledge any wrongdoing. If you’re facing this overwhelming situation, taking action is critical. Consulting a Michigan birth injury lawyer for legal guidance […]
Read MoreApril 08, 2024
The umbilical cord is a lifeline between the mother and the baby during pregnancy, providing essential nutrients and oxygen. However, complications can arise involving the umbilical cord, especially during childbirth, that pose risks to the baby and the mother. Understanding these complications and how medical […]
Read MoreMarch 04, 2024
The birth of a child is a momentous occasion filled with joy and anticipation. However, in some cases, this joy can turn into despair when a child suffers from a birth injury such as Erb’s Palsy. Erb’s Palsy is a condition that can result from […]
Read MoreJanuary 08, 2024
The birth of a child is an extraordinary moment in a parent’s life, filled with joy and anticipation. However, when a newborn sustains a brachial plexus injury during birth, it can turn this joyous occasion into one filled with anger and worry. Brachial plexus injuries […]
Read MoreNovember 13, 2023
Lack of oxygen during childbirth can severely impact newborn infants, turning a joyous event into a devastating one. Factors like umbilical cord issues, breech births, and maternal health can lead to serious brain injuries like Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) and Cerebral Palsy (CP), placing heavy emotional […]
Read MoreOctober 09, 2023
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a congenital disorder that affects muscle coordination and movement, making everyday tasks a challenge for affected children and their families. Dealing with CP can be difficult, but many children with CP are also diagnosed with co-occurring medical conditions that make life […]
Read MoreAugust 28, 2023
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a birth injury often associated with mobility limitations. However, CP can cause several secondary disabling problems that impact an individual’s life. Associated impairments can include vision and hearing loss, with around 10% to 20% of children having hearing impairments, 10% suffering […]
Read MoreJuly 24, 2023
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a common birth injury, affecting between 1 and 4 children in 1,000. While some forms of CP can be diagnosed within the first two years of life, some children may not be diagnosed until they reach 4 to 5 years old. […]
Read MoreJune 19, 2023
Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder caused by brain damage or abnormal brain development, often occurring before or during childbirth. It can impact a child’s physical and cognitive development, and the emotional and financial toll on families can be immense. If your child’s cerebral palsy […]
Read MoreMay 15, 2023
Prenatal care is an essential aspect of maternal healthcare that involves regular medical check-ups, screenings, and counseling during pregnancy to ensure the health and well-being of both the mother and the unborn child. However, in some cases, healthcare providers may fail to provide adequate prenatal […]
Read MoreMarch 16, 2023
The birth of a child should be one of the happiest days of any parent’s life, but when a child suffers birth injuries, that day can be terrifying and traumatizing. Birth injuries can be caused by medical negligence at any stage of a pregnancy, including […]
Read MoreMarch 15, 2023
Truck accidents are some of the most complicated personal injury cases due to the number of parties that can be involved, in addition to the often serious and devastating injuries that these accidents can cause. Even though semi-trucks account for less than 5 percent of […]
Read MoreMarch 06, 2023
Discovering your child has a disability like cerebral palsy (CP) can be heartbreaking. However, learning that your child’s CP may have been the result of medical negligence can leave you feeling betrayed. CP often requires lifelong medical treatment and support, which can strain many families […]
Read MoreJanuary 30, 2023
If your child was recently diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP), and you feel confused or overwhelmed, you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), CP is the most common motor disability in children. Support is available for children with CP […]
Read MoreNovember 28, 2022
The birth of a child can be a family’s happiest experience. Unfortunately, 1 out of every 100 babies born in the United States will have some form of birth injury, potentially leaving them with life-long disabilities and the need for rehabilitative care. Although natural factors […]
Read MoreOctober 24, 2022
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 1 in 345 children have cerebral palsy, making it one of the most common neurological conditions. While many cases of cerebral palsy are not preventable, the condition can result from negligent medical care […]
Read MoreSeptember 05, 2022
Finding the right birth injury lawyer is essential if you and your family are victims of medical malpractice during childbirth. Without knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation, you may face an uphill battle against the medical provider and their insurance company. The birth injury attorneys from […]
Read MoreJuly 04, 2022
Birth trauma transforms a day of celebration into a period of stress, worry, fear, sadness, and anger. These feelings can persist for months and years when babies suffer serious or even permanent injuries that were entirely preventable. Birth injuries also typically result in large hospital […]
Read MoreMay 23, 2022
Trauma during the birthing process can cause severe injury or even permanent disability to a child, bearing lifelong consequences. This can have devastating effects on parents and family members who must come to terms with providing medical care and supervision for their child’s entire life. […]
Read MoreApril 25, 2022
If your baby suffered a brain injury at birth, you might wonder if your doctor was at fault. Although birth injuries occur for many reasons, the healthcare provider’s negligence is sometimes the cause. It is crucial to speak with a knowledgeable birth injury lawyer to […]
Read MoreFebruary 21, 2022
When delivering a baby, medical staff can perform various “obstetric maneuvers” to reduce discomfort for the mother and decrease the risk of injury for the baby. However, mistakes and improper maneuvering can instead cause permanent birth injuries. Consult a lawyer right away if your baby […]
Read MoreJanuary 10, 2022
If a doctor or other healthcare professional does not follow the correct procedures during labor and childbirth, the infant can suffer serious injuries. The child may be left with life-changing injuries that require long-term medical care. This can be devastating for the parents emotionally and […]
Read MoreDecember 06, 2021
The birth of a child should be an exciting time, but when birth injuries occur, it’s financially and emotionally stressful for the entire family. Some birth injuries may result from a medical error when doctors and nurses fail to recognize the baby’s distress signs during […]
Read MoreNovember 22, 2021
Babies are vulnerable to serious injury during pregnancy, labor, and immediately after birth. Injuries may occur even during routine procedures, such as an Apgar test, if your baby is mishandled. Birth injuries may be minor, like bruises and cuts, or serious, such as broken bones […]
Read MoreOctober 25, 2021
Birth injuries are common, yet birth injury lawsuits are not. Why do so many parents not pursue compensation for the many birth injury-related costs they’ll face, especially when a healthcare provider’s negligence was the cause? The answer is simple: Most parents don’t even realize that […]
Read MoreAugust 09, 2021
After a birth injury, the parents of the affected child face a lot of uncertainty. They wonder how seriously the injury will impact their child, how the injury happened, and whether it was caused by a healthcare provider’s mistake. Determining the cause of a birth […]
Read MoreJuly 12, 2021
Birth injuries come in many forms, but they all have one thing in common: they’re every parent’s worst nightmare. In many cases, birth injuries are entirely preventable and can be attributed to the actions—or inactions—of healthcare providers. Let’s look at three of the most common […]
Read MoreMay 24, 2021
Shoulder dystocia is a birth-related complication in which a baby’s shoulder (or shoulders) gets lodged behind the mother’s pelvic bone. It’s one of the most common complications that leads to birth injuries. After learning that shoulder dystocia occurred during their child’s birth, parents often have […]
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