Birth Injuries

The birth of a child should be a joyous time. Unfortunately, complications can arise during the delivery process that could result in permanent injury to the baby. In fact, seven out of every 1000 births in the U.S. result in birth injuries caused by the negligence of a healthcare professional. Injuries sustained at the critical time of birth can have devastating permanent effects. At DeLuca & Weizenbaum, Ltd., we help the victims and families of children born with birth injuries recover maximum compensation for negligence

A birth injury could seriously affect the life of your child and the future of your family. Our attorneys will assert your rights against negligent doctors, nurses, or a hospital if your child suffered a birth injury.

Examples of birth injuries include:

• Brain damage
• Asphyxiation/lack of oxygen
• Cerebral palsy
• Shoulder dystocia/Erb's palsy
• Full or partial paralysis
• Nerve damage
• Bone fractures and breaks
• Injury or death of the mother or baby
• Birth death

During delivery it is critical for a child to maintain an adequate oxygen supply. Unfortunately, if a doctor fails to properly monitor a child during birth, blood or oxygen deprivation could cause serious brain injuries. While many brain injuries can go unnoticed for months, others are detectable immediately.

Birth trauma or fetal distress could lead to a serious birth injury such as Cerebral Palsy or Erb’s Palsy. Our attorneys are experienced in pursuing actions for doctor error or hospital negligence. If you believe that your child may have suffered a brain or birth injury, our attorneys and nurses will fully investigate the details of the birth using witness reports, medical documentation, and expert consultations.

Contact DeLuca & Weizenbaum for an immediate evaluation of your personal injury case. Our lawyers provide sophisticated and effective legal services to clients from Providence to Boston.

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