Medical professionals are supposed to provide a certain standard of care to every patient that they see. But unfortunately, this is not always the case. Specifically, childbirth injuries can happen when a doctor or other medical staff commit a failure in some way that results in the harm of the patient and newborn. If a mother and child are not taken care of properly during the pregnancy and birth process, serious birth injuries can result. If you suspect that a doctor, nurse, or other medical professional has committed a dire mistake in regards to your care and your baby, then now is the time to speak to our Huber Heights, OH birth injury lawyer. We understand that what has happened may not be reversible, but at the very least we can ensure that you get proper compensation so that you are not suffering financially during this difficult time. If you have questions about a potential case, please let our team at Cowan & Hilgeman answer them over a consultation by booking your appointment today.
Signs Of Birth Injury
Symptoms of a childbirth injury may be apparent after the baby is born. For instance, if your baby is laying on their back, the head may lag slightly when you pick them up. However, there are times when the signs of an injury are not present until weeks, months, or even years later when developmental milestones are not reached. Keep in mind that the symptoms listed below are general symptoms. It is important that you seek medical attention from another doctor or medical facility entirely when assessing if a birth injury has occurred. Typically, early signs of a birth injury can include the following:
- A lack of muscle tone or “floppy” appearance
- Bruises, swelling, or abrasions on the baby’s shoulder, head, or face
- The baby required CPR or a breathing tube at the time of delivery
- One arm is seems limp in comparison to the other
- Seizures happen within 48 hours after delivery
Symptoms that may appear later, around one year or so, can include stiffness in the muscles or joints, inability to control arm or leg movement, struggles with walking/crawling/sitting up, and difficulty performing basic movements such as grasping or clapping. If you suspect that a doctor or other medical professional made a mistake during the pregnancy or delivery process, we encourage you to contact our knowledgeable birth injury attorney as soon as possible. You may be owed substantial compensation for you and your baby’s suffering.
Cowan & Hilgeman
Birth injuries are very serious medical malpractice cases. We greatly empathize with parents who should be in a state of joy and instead may have been devastated to see that their baby is not healthy because of a doctor’s mistake or failure. Please let us consult with you further and let you know how to handle the situation moving forward. Our OH birth injury attorney knows that no amount of money may be able to undo what was done, but at the very least you deserve monetary recovery so you can focus on the matter at hand without worrying about your finances. Contact us at Cowan & Hilgeman if you have questions that need answers.
