In the course of the labor and delivery process, there exists many instances where the possibility of medical complications can lead to severe birth injuries for a child. Because of this, doctors and medical staff must be sure to perform their duties with the utmost care so as to protect the child from suffering one of these injuries. Babies who do not receive the proper amount of oxygen to the brain, or experience trauma to the head are often faced with the very real possibility of death or disability. Oxygen deprivation leads to approximately 10,000 babies every year developing Cerebral Palsy. Other obstetric problems include Birth Hypoxia, Brachial Plexus injury, Erb's Palsy, Klumpke's Palsy, and Shoulder Dystocia.
Affects body movements and muscle coordination; occurs typically during the development of a fetus and is caused by brain trauma.
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Birth Hypoxia or Birth Asphexia causes injury due to varying factors such as umbilical cord complications or improper gestation period.
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Shoulder Dystocia occurs when the baby's shoulders fail to deliver following the head; severe fetal injury and fetal death can result.
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An experienced birth injury attorney must be contacted in the event of a baby suffering any kind of birth injury where the cause(s) of the injury are felt to be negligent. It is essential that a lawyer be contacted immediately. Mark & Associates, P.C. will provide a free consultation in all potential medical malpractice claims. Medical negligence is not always easy to prove, however, provided we are able to obtain the necessary medical records and documentation, we will represent you. Our experienced team of birth injury lawyers are commited to helping you and your family obtain the financial compensation deserved. You can contact us today calling 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) or by filling out the short form on the right.
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