Childbirth is an emotional and life-changing experience for families — and should be a joyous occasion. When families get robbed of that joy because of a medical mistake during a C-section, our Michigan C-section injury lawyers are there to seek justice and maximum compensation.
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Common Cesarean Section Injuries
C-section injuries affect both the baby and the mother. In many cases, these injuries can cause long-term health complications for the baby. They include: `
- Nerve Damage: Conditions like brachial plexus injuries can result in paralysis or limited use of the arms.
- Lacerations: Surgical cuts can cause serious harm to the baby, resulting in scars and possibly infections.
- Oxygen Deprivation: Lack of oxygen during delivery may lead to serious conditions such as cerebral palsy.
- Skull Fractures: Misuse of surgical tools like forceps or vacuums or improper delivery techniques can cause head trauma.
Mothers also suffer C-section-related complications. Common injuries include:
- Internal Bleeding: Hemorrhaging during or after surgery can be life-threatening if overlooked and not treated quickly.
- Infections: Post-surgical infections due to unsanitary conditions or improper care.
- Anesthesia Errors: Complications with anesthesia can cause dangerous reactions.
- Organ Damage: Bladder or bowel injuries can occur if the surgeon makes a mistake during the procedure.
Causes of C-Section Injuries Due to Medical Negligence
In some cases, C-section injuries occur because the healthcare provider was negligent. These incidents can happen when they fail to follow accepted medical standards. Here are several common causes of harm to both mother and child:
Delayed Decision to Perform a C-Section
A C-section should be performed promptly when there is any sign of fetal distress or complications for the mother. Any delay can have devastating consequences for the mother and child.
Improper Surgical Technique
Mistakes like incision errors or the misuse of a medical tool can lead to physical trauma for the baby and mother.
Failure to Diagnose Complications
Certain conditions like placental issues or preeclampsia need to be identified and addressed BEFORE surgery. Failure to do so can lead to life-threatening situations during delivery.
Anesthesia Mistakes
Errors in administering anesthesia, whether through improper dosage or technique, can cause severe harm and distress to the mother and child.
Consequences of C-Section Injuries
The effects of a C-section injury can be life-altering for both the mother and child. Injuries to the child such as nerve damage or cerebral palsy may require long-term medical care, physical discomfort, rehabilitation, therapy, and many surgeries. The surgical errors that harm the mother can also create lifelong complications.
All of this can lead to significant financial hardship and an overwhelming emotional toll for the family. C-Section injuries are often permanent, and that’s a devastating reality for a family whose expectation was to expand their family and welcome a healthy baby into their world.
How a Cesarean Section Injury Lawyer Can Help
At our firm, we understand what’s involved in C-section injury cases. The importance of holding healthcare providers accountable when medical errors occur can’t be overstated. We approach each case by conducting a thorough investigation, gathering evidence such as medical records and expert testimony.
Our goal is to build an undeniable case by proving that the medical provider was negligent and that their failure to follow proper medical protocol was the direct cause of yours or your baby’s injury.
We fight to secure maximum compensation for our clients to cover all aspects of the injury. Those include medical bills, rehabilitation, and lost wages. We also pursue damages for the emotional and mental trauma endured by the family.
Compensation Available for C-Section Injury Claims
In a C-section injury case, here are some of the many types of compensation victims can seek:
- Economic Damages: These cover the financial losses that can be measured, such as medical bills (both past and future), rehabilitation costs, ongoing care, home modifications, lost income, or any potential loss of future earnings.
- Non-Economic Damages: Compensation for intangible losses like pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and loss of enjoyment of life.
- Punitive Damages: In cases of severe negligence or reckless behavior by a medical provider, punitive damages may be awarded to punish the responsible provider and prevent similar incidents from happening to others.
Why Choose Our Michigan C-Section Injury Lawyers?
Our firm has many decades of experience handling medical malpractice and birth injury cases. Our success stories demonstrate our commitment to fight for every client to obtain the justice and compensation they need to move forward with their lives. We take pride in the personalized service we provide and make sure each client feels the same level of support every step of the legal process.
Contact Our Michigan C-Section Injury Lawyers Today
If you or your baby has been injured during a C-section, don’t wait to get help. Contact our team of experienced Michigan cesarean section injury lawyers today for a free consultation. We’re here to help you understand your legal options and fight for the compensation you deserve.