There are various injuries and illnesses that can mar the joys of childbirth. One such illness is neonatal herpes encephalitis or neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). HSV is a serious infection that can cause serious long-term damage to the baby’s … [Read more...]
Chicago Birth Injury Lawyer Blog - Birth Injury Lawyers
When these injuries are as a result of incompetent medical professionals or sheer negligence, it just makes sense to speak with one of our experienced medical malpractice lawyers.
Can Underestimating Birth Weight Lead to Birth Injuries?
Whenever a doctor caring for a pregnant woman acts negligently, they puts the expectant mother at risk of injury, and also endanger the life of the unborn child.Doctors have a legal responsibility to treat all patients with care that meets or … [Read more...]
C-Section Errors
In the United States, nearly 33 percent of all deliveries are conducted via Caesarian section, also known as C-section.Although this procedure is extremely common, it carries some inherent risks. When conducting a C-section, if the doctor fails … [Read more...]
Uterine Tachysystole Poses Birth Injury Risk
Tachysystole refers to an abnormally high rate of muscle contractions.This can happen to a pregnant woman when a hormone called Pitocin is used to induce contractions or speed labor. The condition is defined by contractions occurring six times … [Read more...]
Baby Deprived of Oxygen During Birth, Do I have an Injury Claim?
It is the hope and prayer of every parent that their child is born healthy and happy. Unfortunately, many babies suffer injuries during pregnancy, labor and delivery. One of the most serious injuries that can occur to a baby is a lack of adequate … [Read more...]
Undiagnosed Complications Can Lead to Birth Injuries
Many types of risks and complications can occur during pregnancy, which can lead to an increased risk of injuries at the time of labor or delivery.While the birth of a baby is one of the most joyous moments in the lives of parents, for some … [Read more...]
Birth Injuries Caused by Maternal Shock
Maternal shock can happen to pregnant women during pregnancy, labor, delivery, or even up to six weeks after childbirth due to related complications. Maternal shock can be fatal, however, it is often preventable because the signs and symptoms are … [Read more...]
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome
Failure to identify signs of Meconium aspiration syndrome, and managing it in a timely and effective manner may amount to medical negligence.Meconium is the baby’s first bowel movement. It is tar-like, and contains bile, amniotic fluid, … [Read more...]
Umbilical Cord Strangulation
We often hear of cases where a baby is born with the umbilical cord wrapped around its neck, or of emergency deliveries conducted due to the umbilical cord wrapped around the baby’s neck, or in some unfortunate cases, babies getting strangulated … [Read more...]
Birth Injuries Resulting From Hospital Staff or Midwife Negligence
Negligence on the part of hospital staff or midwives can lead to birth injuries.Negligence in any form can seriously affect the health of a pregnant mother and her baby. Therefore, all pregnant mothers are advised to exercise utmost care during … [Read more...]
