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Birth Injury
Birth injuries can turn expectant parents' dreams into nightmares. As you are dealing with the difficult aftermath of a birth injury, the articles in the KnowledgeBase can help you familiarize yourself with the law surrounding birth injuries. The articles are submitted by lawyers with experience in birth injury cases, and these attorneys' experience can help you determine what recourse is available to you.
Birth Injury Articles
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Study Shows Antidepressants Linked to Birth Defects
Provided by Miller Weisbrod, L.L.P.
A Finnish study is the latest addition to a growing body of evidence linking the use of popular antidepressants during pregnancy to an elevated risk of serious and potentially fatal birth defects. Read More » -
Medical Errors that Cause Injuries During Birth
Provided by Law Offices of Virginia C. Nelson
Birth injuries are caused by something that went wrong during labor or the delivery process. Birth defects are usually caused by something occurring before or during the mother’s pregnancy. Read More » -
Cerebral Palsy Caused by Medical Mistake
Provided by Cranwell, Moore & Emick P.L.C.
While the exact causes of cerebral palsy are not clear, many cases of cerebral palsy are caused by birth injury. Read More » -
Common Birth Injuries and Their Causes
Provided by Corsiglia McMahon & Allard, LLP
Sometimes no one is at fault for a birth injury. However, other birth injuries can result from the negligence of doctors, nurses or other medical-care providers during labor and delivery. Read More » -
Types of Common Birth Injuries
Provided by Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman, P.C.
Birth injuries, such as cerebral palsy or shoulder dystocia, often require additional medical care, rehabilitative care, or in the most serious cases, lifelong care. Read More » -
Fetal Monitor Strips and Obstetrical Malpractice Cases
Provided by Charles N. Rock, P.L.L.C.
Improper monitoring of the baby during labor can lead to brain damage from oxygen deprivation and a host of serious disorders. Read here to learn more about obstetrical malpractice. Read More » -
Ohio Supreme Court Limits Recovery for Wrongful-Birth Negligence
Provided by The Becker Law Firm
In 2006, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled that the “limited-damages rule” applied to wrongful-birth cases in the state. Since the decision, parents wishing to seek compensation for injuries that resulted from a doctor or hospital’s wrongful birth negligence have discovered limitations on the monetary recovery available. Read More » -
With resources, children with cerebral palsy can succeed
Provided by Hartley Hampton
Cerebral palsy can affect both physical movement and cognitive ability, sometimes severely. When a young child’s physical abilities are very limited, it can appear that the child’s mental capability is also limited, but that may not be the case. With appropriate therapy, educational services and access to assistive devices, your child may make surprising advances. Read More » -
Jury Awards $1.8 Million Verdict to Child for Birth Injury
Provided by Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman, P.C.
An Oklahoma jury awarded $1.8 million to a young child and her family as the result of a serious shoulder injury she suffered during birth. Read More » -
Jury Awards $8.5 Million to Family of Girl Born With Brain Damage
Provided by Silvers Langsam & Weitzman PC
In a medical malpractice case, an appeals court recently affirmed a lower court’s award of $8.5 million to the family of a severely brain-damaged woman. Read More » -
Video Recording in Delivery Rooms May Film Medical Mistakes
Provided by Mishkind Law Firm Co., L.P.A.
Hospitals and courts struggle with how to handle video recordings of delivery that show medical malpractice responsible for infant's injury. Read More » -
An Ingredient in Medication Taken by Women is Causing Birth Defects
Provided by Miller Weisbrod, L.L.P.
Topamax, an anti-seizure, migraine headache and weight-loss drug is linked to birth defects in children whose mothers took the drug before and during the first trimester of pregnancy. Read More » -
Is There a Link Between Anti-Depressants and Birth Defects?
Provided by Miller Weisbrod, L.L.P.
Studies showing links between SSRIs, a type of antidepressant, and PPHN, persistent pulmonary hypertension in newborns, — a rare and life-threatening condition — are inconclusive and confusing. Read More » -
Birth Injuries From the Use of Forceps During Delivery
Provided by Lloyd Law Group
A familiar medical device with a long history of use in births is the forceps. Unfortunately, sometimes even a device as commonly used as forceps can cause birth injury. Read More » -
Shoulder Dystocia: a Preventable and Catastrophic Birth Injury
Provided by Anderson Law Offices, LLC
Shoulder dystocia is a catastrophic complication that can occur during childbirth. Predicting the condition can be difficult, however, warning signs and symtoms are known and doctors should take action to prevent this dangerous birth injury. Read More » -
Proposed Law to Require CHD Testing in Newborns
Provided by Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC
The New Jersey Legislature took an important step toward saving newborns by passing a bill requiring them to be tested for Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) prior to release from the hospital. Read More » -
Medical Malpractice Reform Now Affecting Wrongful Birth Suits
Provided by Harris, Powers & Cunningham, P.L.L.C.
The Arizona Senate recently approved a bill that would ban lawsuits for “wrongful birth” or “wrongful life”. Learn more about the bill and its potential effects on future medical negligence claims. Read More » -
Early C-Sections Place Mothers and Babies at Risk
Provided by Tooher Wocl & Leydon LLC
Many pregnant women are choosing C-sections before their babies reach full term, but research shows that costs are lower and babies are healthier when infants are allowed to develop fully. Read More » -
March of Dimes 2010 Premature Birth Report Card
Provided by The Perecman Firm
New York Received a "D" Grade on the March of Dimes 2010 Premature Birth Report Card Read More » -
Delivery Complications: Fetal Distress Syndrome Explained
Provided by Gatti, Keltner, Bienvenu & Montesi, PLC
Health care professionals, including doctors and nurses, working in labor and delivery, should be trained to recognize the warning signs of fetal distress and take appropriate steps to prevent birth injuries from occurring. Read More » -
Little Babies, Big Steps: Premature Delivery By Voluntary C-Section May Result in Birth Injury
Provided by Deluca & Weizenbaum, LTD.
Although the rate of babies born prematurely continues to decline, experts warn against the dangers of voluntary c-sections that are performed too soon for the baby to fully develop, leaving them susceptible to a variety of birth injuries. Read More » -
Risk of Birth Injuries During Prolonged Labor
Provided by Deluca & Weizenbaum, LTD
Birth injuries most often occur when the mother’s pregnancy is too short or too long—typically when pregnancy or labor complications occur. One major risk factor for birth injuries is a prolonged labor. Read More » -
Cerebral Palsy and Birth Injuries: Exposing Avoidable Medical Mistakes
Provided by Clark, Perdue & List Co, L.P.A.
Cerebral palsy in infants can result from birth injuries caused by obstetricians, maternity nurses and other health care professionals. Read More » -
Complications at Birth: Birth Injuries and Cerebral Palsy
Provided by Webb & Beecher
The particular causes of cerebral palsy are unknown, but many cases are the result of problems during pregnancy or at birth which damage the brain or disrupt its development. Read More » -
Study Suggests Correlation Between Low APGAR Scores and Low Birth Weights
Provided by Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman, P.C.
If a newborn has a low birth weight and low APGAR score, physicians should monitor the child to determine if breathing problems persist, whether other nervous system issues exist or if the child has, or will develop, cerebral palsy. Read More » -
A Life of Love and Challenge
Provided by Daniel E. Schultz of Schultz & Trombly, PLLC
Cerebral palsy is caused by a birth injury to the brain. This injury may be preventable, in many cases, and places great emotional and financial strain on the child's family. Read More » -
Common Birth Delivery Injuries That Cause Brain Damage
Provided by Cohen & Feeley
There are three general categories of risk for brain damage during delivery: reduced oxygen dangers, trauma dangers and the danger of reduced glucose levels. Read More » -
Rate of Birth Trauma Declines But Risks Persist
Provided by Silvers Langsam & Weitzman PC
Although birth trauma only accounts for less than two percent of neonatal or stillbirth deaths in the United States, it still occurs at an average of 6-8 injuries for every 1,000 live births. Read More » -
Seeking Compensation for Birth Injuries and Birth Defects
Provided by Law Offices of Virginia C. Nelson
Many birth injuries and birth defects are caused by medical malpractice, involving mistakes made by health care professionals either through a negligent act or by failing to act appropriately. Read More » -
Medical Malpractice and Birth Injuries
Provided by The Law Offices of Gismondi & Associates
Child birth is a complicated process and medical malpractice can lead to severe injuries. Learn more in the following article. Read More » -
On Premature Births, Ohio Gets a “D”
Provided by Mishkind Law Firm Co., L.P.A.
Premature birth is the leading cause of death among newborns. With a 12.6 percent rate of premature births, Ohio received a "D" on the March of Dimes annual report card. Read More » -
Injured at Birth: Natal Negligence and Brain Damage in Maryland
Provided by STEVEN M COOPER CHARTERED
If a doctor fails to safely bring a new life into this world, he or she should be held responsible for any negligence on their part. Read More » -
What You Need to Know About Birth Injuries
Provided by Schultz & Trombly, PLLC
Birth injuries are surprisingly common in the U.S.; if your child has suffered one, consider contacting a birth injury attorney. Read More » -
Confusion Between Mother and Baby Heart Rates Can Result in Brain Damage
Provided by Lloyd Law Group
One of the most distressing medical errors is confusion between the mother’s and baby’s heart rates, which can lead to tragic consequences for the baby such as brain damage and even death. Read More » -
A Primer on Birth Injuries Involving Bleeding in the Brain
Provided by Silvers Langsam & Weitzman PC
The most traumatic of all birth injuries are the ones affecting the baby’s brain. Read More » -
Record Connecticut Medical Malpractice Verdict in Birth Injury Case
Provided by The Pickel Law Firm, LLC
A birth injury lawsuit has led to the largest med mal jury verdict ever awarded in Connecticut after a Waterbury jury determined that the family should receive $58.6 million in damages. Read More » -
Cerebral Palsy: Causes and Symptoms of your Child’s Condition
Provided by Jeffrey C Anderson
One disease affecting our children is cerebral palsy (CP), which according to the Mayo Clinic (Mayo) is caused by an abnormality or disruption in brain development. This abnormality usually develops before birth, but can occasionally occur post-delivery. Read More » -
Medical Value of Storing Cord Blood Is Disputed
Provided by Silvers Langsam & Weitzman P.C.
One medical advancement — storing cord blood — is growing in popularity among parents looking for added security should their child become sick later in life. Read More » -
Epidurals Linked to Infant Harm
Provided by The Law Office of David Morowitz, Ltd.
Epidural anesthetic may seem like the ideal solution to labor pain for many expectant mothers, but a growing body of research suggests that newborns may end up paying the price in some cases. Read More » -
Project Educates Mothers to Avoid Unnecessary C-Sections
Provided by Silvers Langsam & Weitzman PC
The Michigan Health and Hospital Association Keystone obstetrics project implements changes to hospitals in Michigan in their birthing procedures to discourage elective or C-section births unless it is for medically necessary reasons. Read More » -
When Your Child Suffers a Brain Injury at Birth
Provided by Coppola & Marlin, P.C.
The dangers to mother and child during labor and delivery should not be underestimated. In some cases, infants may suffer birth injuries that cause severe brain damage. Read More » -
Do Caesarean Sections Cause Birth Injuries?
Provided by The Law Offices of Smith & Doran, PC
There is a widely held belief that Caesarean-section (C-section) surgeries to deliver babies can be harmful to the infant, often causing birth injuries. Read More » -
Brachial Plexus Injuries at Birth
Provided by Elkus & Sisson, P.C.
A newborn baby can suffer a brachial plexus injury during birth if a physician or midwife uses excessive force during delivery. Read More » -
Birth-Related Injuries in Florida
Provided by Henry E. Valenzuela & Associates
"Birth injuries" refer to any injury the fetus and/or child suffers during labor and delivery. Some birth injuries are relatively minor, while others can leave a child permanently disabled. Read More » -
Zoloft May Not be Safe for Pregnant Women
Provided by Law Offices of Corey Leifer, P.A.
Use of the wrong antidepressant during pregnancy can lead to devastating birth injuries. Read More » -
Forceps May Lower the Risk of Seizures During Birth
Provided by Silvers Langsam & Weitzman PC
A new study indicates that newborns may have a lower risk of suffering seizures if doctors use forceps to aid in childbirth. Read More » -
Most Births Go Well, But Mistakes Can Be Made
Provided by Winters Enright Salzetta & O'Brien, L.L.C.
When a mistake is made during childbirth, lives can be changed irrevocably. If you or your child has been injured, seek the counsel of an experienced birth injury lawyer. Read More » -
Premature and At-Risk Babies: The Requisite Standard of Care
Provided by The Becker Law Firm
Doctors are required to follow a medical standard of care. The standard of caring for premature or at-risk babies involves highly skilled training and use of sophisticated technology and equipment. Read More » -
An Introduction to Common Birth Injuries
Provided by Lieberman, Ryan, Forrest & Voorhees
According to 2006 statistics from the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality — known as the AHRQ — out of every 1,000 U.S. hospital births, about 1.6 caused harm to the baby that was considered a “potentially avoidable injury.” Read More » -
Birth Injuries and Your Legal Options
Provided by Vincent Morgera
Children who are the victims of birth injuries may suffer life-long consequences from their injuries and require hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical care. Read More » -
Pregnancy, Birth or Infancy Brain Injuries Can Cause Cerebral Palsy
Provided by Miller Weisbrod, L.L.P.
Some brain injuries sustained during pregnancy, the birth process or during a child's infancy can cause cerebral palsy, a condition that affects brain function and physical capabilities of the child. Read More » -
Birth Injury Lawsuits: An Overview
Provided by Christiansen Law Offices
Parents of a child who suffered a birth injury may be able to obtain compensation in a medical malpractice lawsuit against the medical provider responsible for the injury. Read More » -
Liability Issues in Birth Injury Cases
Provided by Wood & Carlton PC
When an infant is injured during the birthing process, an endless stream of questions can plague parents, not the least of which is who is to blame? Read More »
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