Columbus Baby Delivery Error and Birth Injury Lawyers

Ohio Birthing Complications and Obstetrical Negligence Attorneys

Failure to diagnose or properly treat various conditions that arise during pregnancy can lead to complications and injuries that are irreversible. A child who suffers injuries during the birthing process may require lifelong care.

Delivery and birth complications can be caused by:
Failure to properly monitor newborns
Failure to respond to or recognize unusual bleeding
Umbilical cord entrapment or compression left untreated
Fetal distress of any kind that the doctor or hospital could have prevented

If your child has suffered injuries due to obstetrical negligence, you may be facing a lifetime of medical bills and extra care. Contact Lamkin, Van Eman, Trimble & Dougherty, the birthing complication attorneys serving Columbus, and the State of Ohio for a free initial consultation. Our Ohio birth defects lawyers want to help you.

Protracted Labor and Delivery

A long delivery can have an adverse impact on the health of a child. A protracted labor can cause brain injuries and lead to fetal distress, due to any of the following:

A delay in ordering or performing a caesarean section
Misuse of a labor drug such as Pitocin
Intraventricular Hemorrhage (bleeding into the brain)
Imprecise use of a vacuum extractor or forceps
Inadequate resuscitation
Failure of hospital personnel to monitor the newborn after birth
Failure to properly treat infections
Fetal malpresentation / malposition (including breech)

Premature Births

If a premature birth could have been prevented or treated more carefully, your child may have been injured unnecessarily. For example, Periventricular Leukomalacia (PVL), and Intraventricular Hemorrhage (IVH) are often found in premature infants and cause irreversible brain damage. IVH may be due to cerebral hypoxia. These injuries can lead to seizures, developmental delays and long term issues for your child.

Medical Errors during Delivery May Result in Shoulder Dystocia and Brachial Plexus Palsy

Shoulder dystocia and brachial plexus palsy can be the result of medical malpractice during the birthing process. Erb's Palsy, cerebral palsy, cerebral hypoxia, muscle injury, loss of the use of an arm, and scarring are just some of the other serious complications of childbirth that might result from medical negligence. These injuries are usually related to the compression of nerves as a baby comes down the birth canal. Did the baby get stuck during delivery? Failure of the attending physicians and medical staff to appreciate fetal size and weight can have catastrophic consequences on the delivery.

When Should I Seek Legal Advice About Birth Injuries?

Knowing when to take action is important. If there is any question in your mind it is important to seek the advice of an experienced Ohio injury lawyer who can help to evaluate your unique circumstances. Here are other times to contact our office:

At the Time Of Delivery - Things Just Didn't Go Well or You Experienced a Tragic Outcome
Between 1 to 2 Years of Age - Full financial impact of the situation sets in. Your child is having challenges walking, talking and/or eating. You're starting to realize that this child may be living with you for the rest of your life.
Diagnosis of Erbs Palsy or Cerebral Palsy

If you have been affected by any complications caused by medical mistake during the birthing process, contact our Ohio birth complication lawyers today. It is important to act as soon as possible to protect important medical records, fetal monitoring strips, staff reports and witness statements. It is important to bring action against the hospital as soon as possible as important records need to be preserved, and questions need to be answered. Did the nurses bring immediate attention of any issues to the Doctors, Obstetricians, Anesthesia Professionals, Neonatologist or Pediatrician?

Our attorneys have successfully handled numerous medical malpractice and negligence cases and are dedicated to pursuing financial justice for those who have been wronged. We have an in-depth understanding of the legal obligations hospitals must meet. We have expert witnesses in a wide range of medical fields at our disposal. If you have suffered due to nursing negligence, or have lost a loved one to wrongful death hile they were under the care of a nurse, we are here to stand up for your rights.

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Have you been the victim of nursing mistakes and negligence? Contact us today online or by telephone at (866) 856-0433 to speak with a skilled attorney.