Common Birth Injuries
Every day, expectant mothers all around the world give birth to a small bundle of joy and begin the adventure of motherhood. However, when a birth injury occurs before or during delivery, this joyous occasion can turn into a devastating one for mother and child alike.
Obstetricians, nurses, and other medical practitioners have a professional responsibility to provide a reasonable standard of care to all patients they interact with. This includes minimizing the risk of birth complications and ensuring that all proper steps are taken during a difficult delivery. When this is not done, medical malpractice may have occurred. If you or your child were harmed during the labor process, call the Atlanta medical malpractice lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811 to learn more about your legal rights.
Birth Injury Liability and Compensation
Though some birth complications are impossible to prevent, others may occur because of the negligent actions of a medical professional. Some of the most common birth injuries include the following:
- Cerebral or Erb’s Palsy
- Complications with the umbilical cord
- Spinal cord or brain damage
- Facial paralysis
- Cephalohematoma
- Bone fractures
- Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Injuries from forceps, vacuum delivery or C-section
If your medical professional is found guilty of medical malpractice, you may be eligible to receive financial compensation for your losses. This can include any additional medical bills or pain and suffering. Consult with an experienced attorney to learn more about your rights as a medical malpractice victim.
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For experienced legal counsel regarding medical malpractice, contact the Atlanta medical malpractice attorneys of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811 today.
