The birth of a new baby should be a joyful occasion for families, but when a medical error leads to a birth injury, joy can quickly give way to tragedy. Birth injuries occur when a trauma directly before, during, or after a birth causes harm to an infant. The most common cause of birth injuries is a lack of oxygen to the brain, which can cause permanent damage or even death. Unlike birth defects, birth injuries can be directly traced to medical negligence in the form of delivery errors, insufficient prenatal care, or incorrect diagnoses. Common birth injuries include:
Families who have been affected by a birth injury face an overwhelming reality of costly medical bills, pain and suffering, and the possible necessity for life-long care with in addition to the devastation of seeing a beloved infant suffer. Our attorneys know that there is no amount of money that can atone for the tragedy of a birth injury. However, we can pursue compensation for financial damages that may help families provide the best care possible for babies injured during the delicate birthing process. If your family has been affected by a birth injury, you need serious representation to ensure that your best interests and those of the injured baby are protected. The attorneys the Personal injury law firm of Behnke, Martin & Schulte, L.L.C. have years of experience litigating on behalf of families that have suffered a birth injury, and we are dedicated to pursuing justice for you. Contact us today to have your birth injury claim reviewed by a highly qualified member of our legal team.
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